Preparing a 16,000 mile drive is hard work. The team had to draw up plans, acquire a vehicle, and form relationships with organizations before launching in New York.

Mexico is huge. This was our first step beyond the borders of ‘Murica. No longer were we protected with familiar culture, language, and smooth roads.

The first half of our journey ended at Colon, Panama. There, we loaded the ambulance onto a ship bound for Cartegena, Colombia.

Ecuador is not only located at the equator. It is home to some of the highest cities in the world. If you want a dose of altitude sickness, come on by.

Our final charity destination was in Sucre, Bolivia. There, Esperanca has setup an office that focuses on improving housing conditions and health care for local people.