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Executive Director, Dan Mauer

January 2025

Happy New Year, everyone — and welcome to the latest edition of our monthly newsletter, Mission Matters!

We have an incredible year ahead of us and one of the busiest mission schedules we've had in a long time... The Philippines in February, San Lucas in April, adding Kenya in April, Antigua in July, Health for the Littles in July and Uganda in September. This will be a great year for you to change the lives of so many!

We have so many dedicated volunteers here at Medical Missions Foundation, their commitment to the people we serve is overwhelming.

Each month, we want to focus on a volunteer that has continued to make an impact in bringing "Health for the World."

This month's Volunteer Spotlight is well-known in the Medical Missions Foundation community and has been with us for many years...Cora Zamora.

How did you first learn about Medical Missions Foundation?

In 1995, Drs. Tony and Luz Racela officially organized the Medical Missions Foundation. Doctors, nurses and friends met at their basement to talk about ways to give back to the Philippines in regards to providing medical care to those who need it the most. I was one of the nurses who was lucky to get a chance of helping organize the foundation. Our first medical mission was in the Philippines in 1996.Because of the outstanding level of commitment shown by our donors, friends and volunteers, Medical Missions Foundation expanded and found creative ways to deliver health care to the needy people around the world.

What missions have you been involed with?

I have been involved on several missions: Guatemala, Mali Africa, Romania, Dominican Republic,Vietnam and Cambodia. I have been volunteering for the Philippines mission trip since its inception.

What are the most memorable experiences you've had?

My extensive involvement in medical missions has provided me with a wealth of knowledge and experience. One of my most rewarding experiences happened in my hometown medical mission. During my routine rounds of our fresh post op thyroidectomy patients, I encountered one patient who was gargling, in severe respiratory distress.

I called out for oxygen and grabbed a surgeon. The surgeon opened the incision by taking out the sutures using his fingers, blood came out from the incision site. She was rushed to the OR, did an emergency tracheostomy. She was discharged in the hospital after 2 days. She wrote a letter thanking us for saving her life.

Why do you volunteer?

I volunteer because there is a global need for healthcare especially for surgery that could not be done without the mission. It is rewarding for me to see the smiles of gratitude from our patients whose lives we have changed. We give them a ray of hope that there are people in this world who cares.

What advice would you give someone considering joining a mission?

Be open and ready to adopt to whatever circumstances that happen that day. You may not have the supplies, equipment, and staff so you need to be resourceful. Have a heart to serve. Learn to respect the boundaries that is set for your safety and others by your coordinators.

Any last thoughts or comments you want to add?

I encourage volunteers to join in on a medical mission and share our God given talents and blessings to those who need the most.

Volunteering with Medical Missions Foundation can be a rewarding and life-changing experience. No matter if you have medical experience or not, we'd love to have you join us.

Volunteer With Us

Warehouse Cleanup Days

2025 Dates!

Our Warehouse Cleanup Days are held on the second Saturday of each month. Please join us Saturday, January 11th, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at our office (8363 Melrose Dr., Lenexa, KS 66214) for Warehouse Cleanup Day. We always have a lot of fun, so come by and pitch in!

Also, if you'd like to help us make sure we've got what we need for upcoming missions—click here to see a list of needed items. Before donating supplies, please contact Sulamita Ortiz, Missions Assistant, to make arrangements, or call 913-338-0343. Thank you!

By the way, do you know any students who need volunteer hours? Medical Missions Foundation will put them to work!

Remember Our Med Missions Swag Shop is Open!

Check out our new Swag Shop with our complete line of t-shirts, golf shoe bags, golf towels, notebooks, and of course, our signature bright orange luggage tags. All available with a donation to Medical Missions Foundation.

Visit our Swag Shop

Mark Your Calendar

Keep up to date on all our events by going to the calendar page of our website.

Warehouse Day - January 11th 10 am - 2 pm
The Philippines Mission - February 13-23, 2025
Art for the Children Art Auction & Gala - March 29, 2025
San Lucas, Guatemala Mission - April 5-13, 2025
Kenya - April, 2025
Antigua, Guatemala Mission - July 12-20, 2025
Health for the Littles - July 20, 2025
Gulu, Uganda Mission - September 5-15, 2025

All of what we do is made possible through donations from generous patrons like you. Please consider making a donation today so we can continue providing much needed healthcare to children and families.

Make Your Donation Today

Let's Have a Great Year!

Well, that about covers it for today. Look for a brand new issue of Mission Matters on the first Friday of every month! In the meantime our Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter pages are active and a great place to catch all the very latest news and information about Medical Missions Foundation — so stay tuned and be sure to check back regularly! And please feel free to contact me directly with questions, concerns, or to find out more about upcoming missions, events, and fundraisers.

Dan Mauer

Executive Director

Medical Missions Foundation

8363 Melrose Drive

Lenexa, KS 66214

p: 913-338-0343

dan@medicalmissionsfoundation.org

At Medical Missions Foundation, we send dedicated teams of doctors, nurses, and support staff around the world to provide surgical and medical care in the most underserved global communities. Since 1996, Medical Missions Foundation has completed missions to 14 different countries including Uganda, India and Guatemala.

In any given year, over 200 volunteers travel to different missions, performing over 500 surgical procedures and drastically improving countless lives. We believe that health for the world is possible but we need your help.

*all photos of patients and their families are posted with permission.

I'd once again like to take a moment to thank all of you who signed up for our new Missions Maker program. From Uganda to Guatamala, your generous donations are improving the lives of countless people around the world. Thank you!

“Attitude is a choice. Happiness is a choice. Optimism is a choice. Kindness is a choice. Giving is a choice. Respect is a choice. Whatever choice you make makes you. Choose wisely.”

― Roy T. Bennett, The Light in the Heart

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We believe that Health for the World is possible. Because of that, Medical Missions Foundation sends teams of doctors, nurses, and support staff to provide surgical and medical care to underserved communities around the world. All medical mission participants are volunteers dedicating their time and talents to provide critical care. More about our missions.

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Our mission is to provide surgical and medical care in underserved communities throughout the world and to positively impact the lives of children and their families. Click here to learn more.

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