HEARTBEAT INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATIONINC
Saving Hearts in Need, One Pacemaker at a Time
Programs and results
What we aim to solve
Our programs
What are the organization's current programs, how do they measure success, and who do the programs serve?
Pacemaker Distribution and Implantation
Heartbeat International Foundation coordinates the donation, distribution, and implantation of pacemakers and defibrillators and other cardiac devices from the medical industry. Our Heart Centers across the globe, comprised of a network of local doctors and hospitals, provide surgery, treatment and life-long follow-up care to our indigent patients at no cost to ensure that our mission of saving lives is fulfilled.
This program utilizes millions of dollars worth of medical equipment which is not reflected in the numbers below as they are accounted for in Heartbeat International Worldwide's budget. The budget below reflects Heartbeat International Foundation's expenses related to program support and training.
Where we work
External reviews

Photos
Videos
Financials
Unlock nonprofit financial insights that will help you make more informed decisions. Try our monthly plan today.
- Analyze a variety of pre-calculated financial metrics
- Access beautifully interactive analysis and comparison tools
- Compare nonprofit financials to similar organizations
Want to see how you can enhance your nonprofit research and unlock more insights?
Learn more
about GuideStar Pro.
Operations
The people, governance practices, and partners that make the organization tick.
Connect with nonprofit leaders
SubscribeBuild relationships with key people who manage and lead nonprofit organizations with GuideStar Pro. Try a low commitment monthly plan today.
- Analyze a variety of pre-calculated financial metrics
- Access beautifully interactive analysis and comparison tools
- Compare nonprofit financials to similar organizations
Want to see how you can enhance your nonprofit research and unlock more insights? Learn More about GuideStar Pro.
Connect with nonprofit leaders
SubscribeBuild relationships with key people who manage and lead nonprofit organizations with GuideStar Pro. Try a low commitment monthly plan today.
- Analyze a variety of pre-calculated financial metrics
- Access beautifully interactive analysis and comparison tools
- Compare nonprofit financials to similar organizations
Want to see how you can enhance your nonprofit research and unlock more insights? Learn More about GuideStar Pro.
HEARTBEAT INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATIONINC
Board of directorsas of 1/27/2020
Dr. Joseph Messer
Sandra Kreul
Joseph Messer
Edmon Rakipi
Benedict Maniscalco
Thomas Crawford
Ariel Garcia
Federico Alfaro
Harry Mond
Board leadership practices
GuideStar worked with BoardSource, the national leader in nonprofit board leadership and governance, to create this section.
-
Board orientation and education
Does the board conduct a formal orientation for new board members and require all board members to sign a written agreement regarding their roles, responsibilities, and expectations? Yes -
CEO oversight
Has the board conducted a formal, written assessment of the chief executive within the past year ? Yes -
Ethics and transparency
Have the board and senior staff reviewed the conflict-of-interest policy and completed and signed disclosure statements in the past year? Yes -
Board composition
Does the board ensure an inclusive board member recruitment process that results in diversity of thought and leadership? Yes -
Board performance
Has the board conducted a formal, written self-assessment of its performance within the past three years? Yes