THE STORY OF YOUR IMPACT 2024 REPORT
Transforming Medical Missions for the 21st Century
REFLECTING ON 2024: A
MESSAGE FROM OUR PRESIDENT & CEO
Friends of MBF,
This year has been a celebration of your ministry and its profound impact around the world. Every story of healing, every life restored, and every community uplifted reflects your dedication to extending Christ's love through healthcare. Through your faithful support, you are not just partnering with us—you are the heart of this ministry.
Your generosity has enabled mission hospitals and clinics to thrive, empowered a new generation of compassionate healthcare leaders, and brought hope to communities in desperate need. This work is more than medical care; it is your ministry in action—a ministry that transforms lives, restores dignity, and creates lasting change.
The stories in this annual report are your stories. They are a testament to your commitment to making healthcare not only accessible but also a reflection of God’s healing love. Each patient served, each nurse trained, and each life saved is because of you.
I invite you to continue this journey with us as we look to the future. We can strengthen this ministry, expand its reach, and continue building healthier, hope-filled communities. Thank you for answering God’s call to heal and serve.
E. Andrew Mayo President & CEO | Medical Benevolence Foundation
With gratitude and hope,
THE POWER OF YOUR MINISTRY
Because of your ministry, our partners were able to serve countless patients in Kenya, Malawi, DR Congo, and Haiti—places where access to healthcare remains a daily struggle.
In these communities, lives are still being lost to preventable diseases simply because doctors, surgeons, medications, and critical supplies are out of reach. Your support breaks these barriers, brings healing, and restores hope to those who need it most.
Limited infrastructure, workforce shortages, and inadequate resources create stark disparities in access to quality care, leaving millions underserved.
In Malawi, there are fewer than 3 physicians per 100,000 people, compared to approximately 260 physicians per 100,000 people in the United States. This extreme shortage means patients often travel long distances to reach a medical facility, only to face crowded conditions and limited treatment options.
Similarly, Haiti struggles with severe gaps in its healthcare delivery. With only 1 nurse per 3,000 people, hospitals and clinics are under immense strain, and essential services like maternal care, surgery, and preventative medicine are often inaccessible. In contrast, the United States has approximately, 30 nurses per 3,000 people,ensuring far greater access to critical care.
In Malawi, per capita healthcare expenditure is around $39 annually, while the United States spends over $12,000 per person annually. This funding gap directly impacts the availability of essential medicines, medical equipment, and life-saving treatments.
These challenges highlight the importance of the Malawi Surgical Network and all of our ongoing partnerships in the countries we serve.. By investing in healthcare infrastructure, medical education, and essential services, we can bridge the gap and offer hope to communities that desperately need it.
MILLICENT’S MIRACLE: A
JOURNEY OF HOPE & HEALING
Millicent’s story is nothing short of a miracle. One day, on her way home from school, she was involved in a tragic accident. Her family rushed her to several hospitals, only to discover they lacked the equipment to save her life. Finally, they reached Chogoria Hospital, an MBF partner, where Millicent was
Her aunt, Daisy, remembers the terrifying days that followed. “Her liver was failing, her chest was congested, her head was swollen, and her oxygen levels were dropping. The doctors tried everything, but her condition only worsened.” At one point, Daisy was told to say her final goodbyes.
But Daisy, her family, and the church community never gave up hope. They prayed beside Millicent. Her oxygen levels began to rise miraculously, and her heart stabilized. Slowly but surely, Millicent began to recover. “The day Millicent opened her eyes, we knew it was the beginning of a new journey,” said Daisy
Millicent’s recovery was only part of the story. When the family received the hospital bill, the total came to more than they could imagine—850,000 Kenyan Shillings, about $6,500 USD. Despite their best efforts to fundraise, they raised only a small fraction. “That's when the donations that MBF partners had given Chogoria Hospital came in handy to settle the bill in full.”
Because of your support, Millicent’s family could bring her home, and today she is thriving—back in school, healthy, and full of life. Your ministry makes stories like Millicent’s possible. When hope seemed lost, your generosity restored a family’s faith and gave a little girl a second chance at life. Thank you for being part of Millicent’s miracle.
A YEAR OF IMPACT: BY THE NUMBERS
32 CLINICS & 10 HOSPITALS
Through MBF’s global partnerships, 32 clinics and 10 hospitals served as beacons of healing and hope in underserved communities.
48,417 INPATIENT VISITS
Every patient admitted to our partner hospitals experienced the love of Jesus through compassionate,quality care.
20,267
DELIVERIES
New life begins every day in partner hospitals and clinics, where evidence-based care helps reduce infant and maternal mortality rates, giving families a healthier start to life.
490,261 OUTPATIENT VISITS
Hundreds of thousands of individuals received vital treatment and care at MBF-supported hospitals and clinics.
Together, these numbers reflect more than statistics—they represent lives transformed, hope renewed, and communities strengthened through faith-filled medical missions.
EQUIPPING THE NEXT GENERATION OF LEADERS
10 NURSING SCHOOLS & 1,202 GRADUATES
MBF-supported nursing schools equipped nurses with the skills and compassion to serve their communities, strengthen healthcare systems, and transform lives.
172 MARY KAY NURSING SCHOLARS
Through the Mary Kay Nursing Scholarship program, scholars received the opportunity to pursue their nursing education, creating a brighter future for themselves and the communities they will serve.
3,118
NURSING STUDENTS ENROLLED
Across MBF partner nursing schools, dedicated students have enrolled this school year, embarking on a journey to gain the education and skills needed to make a lasting impact in their communities.
BEN’S PATH TO NURSING FROM STRUGGLE TO SUCCESS:
Ben always dreamed of becoming a nurse—a calling rooted in his desire to save lives and make a difference. But after completing his high school education, that dream felt out of reach. Financial hardship weighed heavily on Ben and his family. With his parents unable to support his education, he took on casual jobs, saving whatever little he could. Friends contributed small amounts, and together, Ben scraped together just enough to gain admission to the Cline Irvine School of Nursing, an MBF partner in Chogoria, Kenya.
Still, his struggles continued. “I couldn’t concentrate in class because I had nothing,” Ben recalls. Balancing mounting family pressures and the stress of his financial situation, his grades began to decline, and hope seemed to slip away.
Then came a turning point. The school stepped in, assessed Ben’s situation, and connected him with support from MBF. “It was like a lifeline,” Ben says. With MBF’s support, his burden was lifted, and everything changed.
Today, Ben is thriving. His grades have improved, and his confidence has soared. “I can now focus in class. My life has never been the same again,” he smiles. For his family, this support is not just a relief—it’s hope for a brighter future for all their children.
Students like Ben are overcoming obstacles and achieving their dreams through your generous donations. Thank you for believing in their potential and investing in the future of healthcare.
Contributions
2024 FINANCIAL STATEMENT
Medical Supplies & Equipment
Government Grants
Investment Gains
$23,247,965*
$314,361
$651,050
$2,173,223
$7,935
*Includes a one-time estate endowment of $21,444,595 to be utilized over the next 10 years
Other Income Management Fundraising
COMMITMENT TO TRANSPARENCY
At MBF, we believe that integrity and transparency are central to earning your trust and stewarding your generosity well. That’s why we are proud to have received the Platinum Seal of Transparency from Candid, the highest level of recognition for nonprofits. This distinction reflects our ongoing commitment to accountability, ethical financial practices, and clear communication about our impact.
Your support allows us to direct resources where they are needed most, ensuring sustainable, life-changing healthcare for communities worldwide. With MBF, you can give confidently, knowing that every dollar is used with care, intention, and a focus on advancing God’s healing mission.
WAYS TO GIVE
Your generosity fuels MBF’s mission of providing sustainable, compassionate healthcare to those in need. Here are a variety of ways you can make a meaningful impact.
One-Time Donations
Make a single, impactful gift to bring healing and hope to underserved communities.
Matching Gifts
Maximize your impact through employer matching gift programs.
Honor & Memorial Gifts
Celebrate a loved one’s life or achievements by making a gift in their honor or memory.
Giving
Leave a lasting legacy by including MBF in your estate plans or will.
Recurring Gifts Online Giving
Set up a monthly gift and make a lasting impact effortlessly.
Visit our secure giving page to make a donation anytime, anywhere: mbf.org/give
2024 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
The Medical Benevolence Foundation’s Board of Directors comprises dedicated leaders from across the United States and worldwide. Each member brings invaluable expertise in international development, healthcare, spiritual ministry, finance, and operations. Their volunteer service is essential to MBF’s mission of delivering sustainable medical care and transforming lives through compassionate ministry.
George F. (Pete) Bloss III, JD Board Chairman
Law Partner-Health Care & Malpractice Defense Hagwood and Tipton, PC. Saucier, MS
Diane Foley, MD Board Secretary
Physician/Pediatrics
Chief Medical Officer
LTS Public Health Carmel, IN
Ric Bonnell, MD
Pediatrician TCU & UNTHSC School of Medicine Bluff Dale, TX
Pauline (Tony) Hilton
Veterans
Administrator Yucaipa, CA
Frank Dyer III
Chief Operating Officer
T.D. Jakes Ministries Flower Mound, TX
A. David Jimenez Member at Large
Healthcare Executive Retired McDonald, TN
Rev. Brian Marsh Pastor
Frontier Markets Investments Consulting & Media – Self-Employed New York, NY Aaron Osterman President / General Manager Gordon Food Service, New England Division Franklin, MA
Human Resource Executive Retired Round Rock, TX
Robert (Bob) Sloane, MD Intermediate Past Board Chairman
Trauma Surgeon Retired Fort Worth, TX
Providence Umimana, MD
Elias Schulze
Kathy Shingleton, Ed.D.
ABOUT US
The Medical Benevolence Foundation (MBF) is a Christian nonprofit organization dedicated to equipping and strengthening the medical ministries of local churches in underserved regions worldwide.
Founded in 1963 by a group of physicians, MBF has partnered with churches in 34 countries to enhance healthcare services and promote sustainable growth, enabling individuals to break free from the cycle of poverty.
MBF focuses on several key areas to achieve its mission:
Hospitals & Clinics:
Assisting local churches in operating and improving mission hospitals and clinics to provide quality medical care.
Nursing Development:
Addressing the global shortage of skilled nurses by expanding nursing capacity and building leadership in lesser-resourced countries through initiatives like e-learning, continuous education, and accreditation.
Spiritual Ministry:
Integrating spiritual care into medical services, ensuring that the love of God is shared alongside physical healing.
By focusing on these areas, MBF aims to transform medical ministries into sustainable providers of international standards of medical care, while sharing the love of God.
Because of your ministry, lives are transformed with hope and healing. Thank you for another year of spreading the Gospel and making a lasting difference.
