"I want you to excel also in this gracious act of giving."
2 Corinthians 8:7

Why Give? A Sound Investment

Christian giving is a serious responsibility for those of us who believe that “to whom much is given, much is expected.” We recognize that there are many Christ-centered organizations worthy of your time, money and prayers. That’s why we are honored and grateful for your faithful support of this ministry.

MedSend is committed to applying the principles of financial integrity and good stewardship with regard to the use of every dollar the Lord provides. Since 2002, MedSend has been a member of the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA),

ECFA logowhich means that we comply with established standards for financial accountability, fundraising and board governance. We also have an independent audit of our finances performed annually. In accordance with financial transparency standards, we make our financial information available to the public. To read the latest audit report, click here. To read MedSend’s latest IRS Form 990, click here.

 

Why I Support MedSend

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If you're a Christian, you understand the importance of tithing.  This is part of being obedient to God, giving back what belongs to Him. Once you recognize this is part of being a Christian, it actually becomes exciting because now you realize that you have this money to "invest" in God's work around the world.  It has to be given; now it's up to you (and God) to decide where it should go. Just as in our other investments, one wants to see investments in God's kingdom get the biggest bang for the buck possible.  After all, there are a number of options for our limited resources.  We must be good stewards and give in a way that maximizes impact for the Kingdom.

Medical missions ministries are an especially good investment for people looking to evangelize, for two reasons.  One, because there is a credibility that comes from serving in a community when you have a practical gift as valuable as providing medical care.  Two, when people are sick or injured, there is a vulnerability there that often opens the door to hear of Jesus and His love that might not be there when all is well.

When I first heard of MedSend several years ago, it was the most compelling talk I had ever heard for a nonprofit group.  Here was this doctor telling the audience that, miraculously, God had used his presence in Nigeria to essentially bring an entire tribe of over 80,000 people to the Lord, through astonishingly miraculous means.

That got my attention, because anyone can tell that that is a great return on an investment.  So I looked into MedSend a bit more.  What I found was that almost all donations can be transferred directly to offset educational debt, getting these medical personnel out where God has called them to be.

We are all missionaries.  Some are called to be here and be the economic engines that drive the ministry.  Some are called to administer the gifts. And some are called to receive the gifts, go out into the world, and deliver the Good News along with medical services.  We’re all part of the same team, doing God's work together.

 – Colin Eakin, MD