On April 16, 2016, the coast of Ecuador suffered a 7.8 magnitude earthquake. AVANTI, with the support of the private sector and volunteer labor, built a community center for the victims. In addition, more than 100 shelters, 20 houses, 100 mattresses, temporary kitchen service and medical care for the community settled This was possible thanks to the support of volunteers and donations from IBM, La Favorita, Kubiec, Alvarez Bravo, Cervecería Nacional, among others.