2014 annual report by Mission Aviation Fellowship

MAF-US

2014 Annual Report

Photo by Mark Hews. 2

Come and see what God has done, how awesome his works in man’s behalf! —Psalm 66:5 (NIV 1984) As I pause to look back on 2014, I am overwhelmed by the amazing things that God has done. In the remote places of the world, isolated people groups rejoice as they receive the Scriptures in their own languages. Children celebrate when schools open in their villages, and entire communities enjoy improved health brought about by vaccination programs and medical clinics. The men and women of Mission Aviation Fellowship are privileged to be part of these victories. Since the first MAF flight in 1946, the organization’s small airplanes have provided critical transportation to the world’s most remote communities, bringing help and hope to those isolated by barriers of terrain, distance, or violence. Today, MAF helps in so many ways. When a particularly deadly malaria outbreak struck the village of Kinkodja in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, sickening some 1,500 people, MAF flew doctors to treat the sick and provide vaccinations. In a difficult part of Asia, MAF installed 75 new VSAT communication systems, improving communication for NGOs working on healthcare, agriculture, and other development projects. In Haiti, MAF does several flights each month for the Haiti Bible Mission, enabling pastoral training, church planting, educational support, widow and orphan care, as well as the constant pursuit of justice for the oppressed and the overlooked. This 2014 Annual Report is a snapshot of Mission Aviation Fellowship’s work. But these aren’t just MAF’s stories. They’re God’s stories, and yours. It’s your prayers and gifts, your obedience to the Lord, that allow us to serve. Thank you for being part of this lifetransforming work.

John C. Boyd

President and CEO

Mission Aviation Fellowship-US is based in Nampa, Idaho, and is part of the global family of MAF organizations that includes MAF International, MAF Canada, and affiliates in Guatemala, Brazil, Suriname, Mexico, and Ecuador. In this report “Mission Aviation Fellowship” or “MAF” refers to MAF-US only, as do all numbers. 3

MAFâ€™s Mission Sharing the love of Jesus Christ through aviation and technology so that isolated

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people may be physically and spiritually transformed.

Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” — Matthew 28:18–20 (NIV) 5

“This is the first day the full Bible has been in their hands.” —Mike Brown, MAF Pilot and Program Manager Papua, Indonesia

God’s Word Comes to the Hupla People It was a three-day celebration 40 years in the making. In December 2014, the Hupla people, who live in the highlands of Papua, Indonesia, sang, danced, and wept with joy as they received the complete Bible in their own language. For months MAF helped prepare for this event in the village of Soba, delivering 3,000 Bibles as well as building materials to construct a hall and stage for the event, pigs, cooking supplies, and many guests. According to David Holsten, MAF’s regional director for Indonesia, “MAF Papua made over 60 flights into Soba this past year, carrying 45 tons of cargo and over 230 passengers. Many of these flights were related to the dedication of the Hupla Bible.” The process actually began years ago. MAF first landed in Soba in 1968 to support the Bible translators that have worked so diligently. The Hupla New Testament was completed in 1994, and work on the Old Testament began in 1998. “My hope is that they’ll treasure God’s Word and that Hupla theologians will start to appear to analyze their own situation and what’s important,” said Sue Trenier, a UFM Worldwide missionary who was an instrumental part of the translation team. “Now, I’m feeling like I’ll be able to learn more deeply about God’s Word,” said Kenuel Sobolim, the son of one of the Papuan translators. “When I sit with my own people, we’ll be able to read it together.”

Sharing the Love of Jesus in Remote Areas • MAF carried six Bible teachers to a four-day conference in western Democratic Republic of the Congo. An estimated 6,000 people attended, some walking more than 90 miles. On the last day of the conference, 269 people were baptized in a nearby river. • Partnering with the Maseru United Church (MUC) in Lesotho, MAF took part in an outreach event to the villages of Kuebunyane and Matekane. MUC gathered much-needed blankets, shoes, and clothes, and MAF provided the flights and Bibles. • MAF’s Kalimantan team supports the work of a church in a nearby difficult country. Four times per year MAF transports a load of Bible resources to those doing ministry. • MAF transported workers from Faith Comes By Hearing to a remote area of Papua so that they could deliver solar-powered and hand-cranked audio Bibles to the Yali people. A Yali woman repeatedly raised her hands to the heavens then brought them to her heart upon hearing the Scriptures in her heart language.

Photo This Page: Mike Brown, MAF pilot and Papua program manager, displays the Hupla Bible that was presented to him at the dedication ceremony. “Allah Wene Fano Wene” means “The Good News of God” in the Hupla language. Photo by Mark and Kelly Hewes. Photo Left: Twenty-six believers were baptized at the Hupla Bible dedication event. Photo by Mark and Kelley Hewes.

Where We Serve Costa Rica • San Jose

Democratic Republic of the Congo • Bunia • Kinshasa • Lubumbashi • Nyankunde

Haiti • Port-au-Prince

Indonesia • • • • • • •

Palangkaraya (Kalimantan) Tarakan (Kalimantan) Merauke (Papua) Nabire (Papua) Sentani (Papua) Timika (Papua) Wamena (Papua)

Lesotho • Maseru

Mali • Rural Villages (well digging)

Mozambique • Nampula

U.S.A. • Nampa, Idaho (Headquarters)

Restricted-Access Areas • • • • • • 8

Asia: Christian Counseling and Church Support Asia: Communication Solutions and Church Support Asia: Aviation and Communication Solutions Asia: Aviation Training Africa: Community Development and Communication Solutions Europe/North Africa: Pastoral Training and Church Support

Photo by Paul Beck.

The man with two tunics should share with him who has none, and the one who has food should do the same. â€” Luke 3:11 (NIV 1984) 9

“I never thought I would be able to have this type of teaching ... Now I have a better idea of how to reach people who are without Christ.” — Pastor Edwin Edgardo Diaz El Salvador

MAF Provides Training and Biblical Resources to Rural Pastors in El Salvador For years the rural pastors had prayed for education. Then God answered.

In September 2014, 105 El Salvadorian pastors—most of whom had little or no formal training—gathered together to learn from MAF staff. The sessions focused on educational strategies for teaching other church leaders, as well using technology for learning and sharing God’s Word. Each pastor received an audio Bible and a digital tablet, along with a full library of digital Bibles, videos, and commentaries provided by MAF partners Third Millennium Ministries, United World Mission, and The Grace Institute. Gerardo Mendoza attended the training. For 31 years he has pastored the Pentecostal Evangelical Mission in San Jose de Mora, El Salvador.

“The gifts that my brothers have brought have been a great blessing for my fellow pastors since many of these pastors come from poor communities or from outside the city,” said Mendoza. “It is going to be very easy for them to use this material well if they don’t have the opportunity to travel to a city or another place to take a theological course.” Jose Adan Arevalo, who pastors the Prince of Peace Church in San Antonio, El Salvador, gave thanks for the opportunity to learn. “In our villages we never expected to use technology for the purpose of teaching,” he said. “This is an awesome reality. Now we are not going to be afraid of technology. But to the contrary—it will be a tool to expand with love and dedication the Kingdom of God.”

Technology and Training to Share the Gospel, Disciple Believers, and Build Communities • MAF-Technology Services enabled the work of 35 partner ministries in 2014. • MAF trained 699 church leaders around the world.

• MAF distributed 3,217 biblical resources such as computers, tablets, digital libraries, apps, software, and teaching materials. • MAF trained 115 church leaders in digital security methods so that they can share the gospel more safely and confidently.

• In a difficult part of Asia, MAF installed 75 new VSAT communication systems, improving communication for NGOs working on healthcare, agriculture, and other development projects.

• Some 90 students attending an aviation maintenance vocational high school in Indonesia received practical training from MAF staff. At another base in Asia, MAF taught aviation English to 20 students and flight training to six of those students. • At workshops in Costa Rica, Papua New Guinea, the U.S., Panama, India, and a restricted-access country, MAF trained 184 people to share the Gospel using the StoryFire Bible storytelling and discussion method.

• MAF conducted certified professional IT training courses in the DRC. Fifty-nine participants received instruction in basic and advanced wireless networking, advanced bandwidth management, and basic VSAT installation. People came from miles around, from Christian health organizations, universities, local service providers, and national companies … all hoping to earn a certificate and improve their understanding so they can make a difference in their country.

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“Ebola is scary, but God has given us a unique opportunity to show compassion and make a difference in the lives of those affected by this terrible disease.” –Garth Pederson, MAF Pilot/Mechanic Democratic Republic of the Congo

Combatting a Deadly Killer Ebola. In 2014 this horrifying illness struck western Africa with unprecedented force, killing thousands. So when Ebola was confirmed in the jungles of the Democratic Republic of the Congo in August, MAF didn’t hesitate, but stepped up to help combat the deadly virus.

“Sixty-six people were infected in this Ebola outbreak, and 49 died,” said Nick Frey, MAF program manager in western DRC. “But it could have been much worse. I’m grateful that MAF was there and that we have the equipment and know-how to help in these situations.”

In 2014, MAF conducted 4,274 life-saving medical flights, delivered medical supplies, equipment, and vaccines, and transported doctors, nurses, and other medical personnel.

There are no paved roads from Kinshasa to Boende—the closest town to the outbreak—so MAF’s small airplanes played a critical role. Working closely with Doctors Without Borders and the DRC Ministry of Health, MAF delivered medical personnel, quarantine equipment, personal protective kits, medicine, and syringes. MAF also carried specimens out to Kinshasa for testing. This was not the first time MAF had encountered Ebola, having played similar roles in 2007 and 1995 outbreaks. MAF’s Ebola Pandemic Management Plan contains procedures for safely carrying people, materials, and specimens to and from Ebola hot zones. 12

An MAF airplane is sprayed with disinfectant to prevent Ebola from spreading. Photo by David Francis.

After missionary Maud Kells was shot in a robbery attempt, MAF mobilized a medical team and flew her to the hospital in Nyankunde, Democratic Republic of the Congo. Maud spent several weeks recovering in Nyankunde before returning to her native Ireland for further treatment. Photo by Jon Cadd. 13

MAF in 2014 Other

Income Sources 71% Contributions 28% Program Revenues 1% Other

Program Revenues Contributions

In 2014 MAF transported 89,989 passengers.

MAF depends on the Lord and its supporters. In 2014, 25,794 faithful friends gave 159,111 gifts to MAF. 14,123 people made gifts to support MAF missionary families. We couldn’t do it without volunteers! In 2014, 283 volunteers gave 31,267 hours of service to MAF valued at $705,070. A typical MAF flight saves 5 days o f ground travel. In 2014, MAF s aved its air passengers 81,685 days of travel time that they could use for ministry work.

8,668,649 Pounds of life-sustaining cargo were delivered.

MAF conducted 26,200 flights in 2014.

Every 10 minutes—somewhere in the world—an MAF airplane takes off or lands.

MAF served 600+ churches, mission organizations, medical groups, schools, and relief agencies.

New Airplanes Serving God A KODIAK arrived in Papua, Indonesia, and a PC-12 arrived in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Both were purchased with gifts from MAF supporters. Thank you! 14

Fiscal Year 2014

Fiscal Year 2013

Summary Consolidated Statement of Position ASSETS

ASSETS

Current Assets................................................. $21,718,632 Fixed Assets....................................................... 47,106,807 Other Assets....................................................... 13,134,758 Total Assets.....................................................$81,960,197

Current Assets.................................................$17,796,865 Fixed Assets........................................................ 51,941,441 Other Assets....................................................... 12,126,334 Total Assets....................................................$81,864,640

LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS

Current Liabilities............................................. $5,591,098 Noncurrent Liabilities.......................................10,423,523 Total Liabilities............................................... $16,014,621

Current Liabilities.............................................$4,526,368 Noncurrent Liabilities...................................... 10,778,472 Total Liabilities.............................................. $15,304,840

Net Assets...................................................... $65,945,576 Total Liabilities and Net Assets.................$81,960,197

Net Assets......................................................$66,559,800 Total Liabilities and Net Assets................$81,864,640

Summary Consolidated Statement of Activity REVENUES

REVENUES

Contributions...................................................$31,155,095 Program Revenues........................................... 12,186,397 Other Income.........................................................437,099 Total Revenues..............................................$43,778,591

Contributions..................................................$30,138,486 Program Revenues...........................................15,497,036 Other Income..........................................................481,561 Total Revenues..............................................$46,117,083

EXPENSES

Global Aviation Ministries............................. $28,453,170 Global Communication Ministries.................. 1,585,273 Global Learning Technology Ministries........ 1,404,869 Radio, Logistics, and Other Ministries.............1,714,658 Fundraising........................................................... 3,861,477 General and Administrative............................ 7,373,368* Total Expenses.............................................. $44,392,815

Global Aviation Ministries............................ $28,992,396 Global Communication Ministries................... 1,512,518 Global Learning Technology Ministries......... 1,225,583 Radio, Logistics, and Other Ministries............1,424,859 Fundraising.......................................................... 3,674,008 General and Administrative.............................. 3,721,830 Total Expenses...............................................$40,551,194

*In October 2014, Quest Aircraft Company restructured in order to remain viable. This restructuring converted MAF deposits on future aircraft into promises of future payment, which MAF transferred to the MAF Foundation. In February 2015, Quest Aircraft Company was sold to a Japanese holding company. Future repayments are expected to be $4,538,770. The MAF Foundation has chosen to write off the remaining promises from Quest as bad debt. This is reflected in the 2014 General and Administrative expenses

In FY2013, revenues exceeded expenses by $5.6 million, as MAF invested in new aircraft and components in the amount of $5.2 million. These fixed asset expenditures are not reflected as expenses but will be depreciated over time.

Change in Net Assets....................................<$614,224>

Change in Net Assets.................................... $5,565,889

Net Assets Beginning of Year...................$66,559,800 Net Assets End of Year............................... $65,945,576

Net Assets Beginning of Year....................$60,993,911 Net Assets End of Year...............................$66,559,800

Mission Aviation Fellowship operates one of the most cost-effective ministries in the mission world, yet one of the most expensive. The tools we use are some of the costliest: airplanes and related infrastructure, satellite technology, computers, and HF/VHF radio networks. Because of this, many assets are represented on the financial statement. When comparing MAFâ€™s asset position to that of other mission organizations, the capital-intensive nature of the aviation services MAF provides must be considered. MAF receives its income primarily from contributions (71 percent) and fees for services (28 percent). Essentially all revenue for services is generated outside the United States, primarily in Africa and Asia. Mission Aviation Fellowship is a not-for-profit organization exempt from federal income taxes and under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. A complete financial statement and independent auditorsâ€™ report is available upon request. 15

Board of Directors Chairman of the Board Robert Swanson Managing Shareholder, Boutin Jones Inc.; Sacramento, CA

President and Chief Executive Officer John C. Boyd Mission Aviation Fellowship; Nampa, ID

Debra F. Aho, Ph.D. Counselor, Coach, Consultant, D.S.I., Developing & Shepherding International; Brainerd, MN David Bixby, Ed.D. Executive Vice President, Azusa Pacific University; Azusa, CA Laura Mae Gardner, D.Min. International Personnel Consultant and Trainer, WBT/SIL; Tucson, AZ J. David Grizzle CEO, Dazzle Partners, LLC; Washington, DC Pramod John CEO, Oration, Inc.; Foster City, CA Eric Kellerer, Ed.D. Director, DoceĹ? Center, Northwest Nazarene University; Nampa, ID

Rebecca Lee Retired Legal Counsel; Boise, ID Montie C. Ralstin, Jr. Executive Director, Treasure the Valley; Boise, ID Greg Smith Property Manager, Seeds on Earth; Fresno, CA Karl D. Stoltzfus, Sr. Chairman, Dynamic Aviation; Bridgewater, VA Robert Stutzman President, Stutzman Public Affairs; Sacramento, CA William Yantiss Executive Vice President, PRISM Solutions, LLC; Greenwood Village, CO

We are grateful ... To the Lord ... and so many friends who enable the work of MAF through their prayers and gifts. Thank you!

P.O. Box 47 Nampa, ID 83653 1-800-FLYS-MAF maf-us@maf.org maf.org Cover photo by Mark Hewes.