Your Frequently Asked Questions

Accountability and Annual Programme Reports

 

Q Where is the money going?
A Among other projects, MMI uses your donations to help fight tuberculosis in Africa and the Philippines. We have a brochure called Introducing Medical Mission International, which describes our programmes, vision and operating principles. To receive a free copy, send us your information and we’ll mail one out to you right away. 

 

Q Do you have annual programme reports?
A Yes, we have an annual programme report that is sent out automatically to most of our donors. If you would like to receive a copy, send us your post address and we will put you on the mailing list for the next annual programme report.

 

Q Is MMI legally set up in the United Kingdom?
A Yes, we are legally set up and are compliant with all the necessary incorporation procedures.  Our registered charity number is 1099015.

 

Q When was MMI established?
A MMI was set up in the UK in 2002.

 

Credit card gifts, telephone donations

 

Q Can I make a credit card donation?
A Of course. We can receive credit card donations through the mail or by phone. Contact us or donate now.

 

Mail programme questions

 

Q Will you take my name off your mailing list?
A Of course. Please send back the reply card with your name and address on it with the message ‘please take my name off your mailing list’ and we will do so. It may take six to eight weeks for the regular mail to stop coming. Also, please give us your telephone number, so we can call you back if we need to. Finally, please remember that although we may take your name off our mailing list, that doesn't mean it will be taken off other lists which we rent so you may still receive a letter from us occasionally if you give to other chairties and causes. Thank you again for your support.

 

Q How did you get my name?
A There are many ways we find names of people who we think are interested in helping the sick. Our research people probably felt that you loved people and would want to help. This could have been because you have given to MMI in the past or to other charities.
 

Non-cash gifts

 

Q Will MMI receive donations of bonds, stocks, jewelry, precious metals, real estate or other valuables?
A MMI is very happy to turn these gifts into help for sick and suffering people around the world. Please send us all of your details and a list of the valuables you wish to contribute. We will respond with the best way to transfer the gifts.

 

Free gifts sent in mailings

 

Q Recently I received some labels, gift cards, or a key chain in a mailing. How can I order more?
A We’re sorry, we only order enough for the mailing at the time, so we don’t have any more to give out. We do appreciate your support for suffering people.Thanks again. 

 

Tax status, tax receipts

 

Q Will I receive a receipt for my donation to MMI?
A Yes, we give out receipts for most donations. You should get it within a few days of your donation in most cases. Sometimes it may take a little longer, especially during major emergencies or during some holiday seasons.

 

Q Is my donation tax-deductible?
A Your donation may be tax-deductible. Please check with your accountant to see if this is true in your case.

 

 

Wills and Bequests

 

Q How can I remember MMI in my will or make a bequest?
A Many people want to remember suffering children in their wills but don't know how. Well, we want to make it easy for you. Simply click here and we will help you create a will on-line. Thank you for thinking about the MMI in this way. We are so grateful that you want to include us in your will. These bequests often mean the difference between life and death for sick and suffereing children.