10 Countries Receive Supplies in 1 Shipment

This was a busy week! There were three shipments that were sent out, bringing our total number of international shipments for the year to 43. We are only seven shipments away from our goal of 50!

One shipment in particular was very special. It was an Angels of Hope shipment, but it was different than most. Usually AOH shipments contain Personal Dignity Kits, Home Care Kits, cleaning wipes, mattresses, and Bed Packs. These items go to Children's Homes to help supply the necessities the homes can't afford to purchase for all of their kiddos.

But, for this shipment, they specifically requested Student Kits for the Children's Homes, as the beginning of the school year draws near. We were ecstatic to meet this need, and Brad Walton, Director of Operations, worked with Food For The Poor to put together the perfect shipment. The 40 foot container was filled with 6,160 Student Kits, and, because of a recent donation of new toys by an anonymous corporate donor, we were able to add over 4,500 games and puzzles for the Children's Homes as well.

These Kits that you worked hard to make, donated funds toward, or prayed for are going to be a big blessing for students in 10 different countries. This container is heading towards Florida, where they will load the supplies onto 10 different containers, along with donations from other organizations. Then, it will be shipped out, and distributed to Children's Homes throughout each of the countries.

The Children's Homes struggle to afford school supplies for all of the children in their care. Because of you, they won't have to! They can use their available funds for food, clothing, and other necessities instead.

Thank you for being a huge blessing to so many kids around the world!

The total value of this shipment was $136,225.00.

We had two more shipments this week — both to Guatemala!

The first was a normal Angels of Hope Shipment, containing:

• 480 Home Care Kits

• 6 Mattresses

• 6 Bed Packs

• 560 Personal Dignity Kits

• 42 Cover Them With Love Quilts

• 900 New Stuffed Toys (corporate donation)

The value was $40,244.00.

The second shipment was full of requested supplies, packed into a 40-foot container. It included:

• 200 Layette Kits

• 90 Birthing Kits

• 294 Cover Them With Love Quilts

• 1298 Little Boy and Girls Outfits

• 9 Treadle Sewing Machines

• 16 Mattresses

• Orthopedic boots, splints, and braces

• Dust Masks

• Scrubber Sponges

• Other medical and hygiene supplies

The value of this shipment was $167,050.50.

Make a Will Month

August is National Make-A-Will Month and we know that writing a Will is one of those tasks that can fall by the wayside, because it's hard to think about our own mortality. 

A Will, however, is an important legal document that everyone should have. Statistically, 9 out of 10 Americans even agree and believe having a Will is important. Yet, only 4 out of 10 actually have an estate plan. How about you? Have you created your Will? 

It’s one of the most important ways to protect your loved ones and ensure your resources go where you want them to go. 

You might be surprised to know that Wills aren’t just for the rich and famous. They make life (and death) easier for everyone, regardless of socioeconomic status.

FreeWill recommends you consider your belongings. You may not think you own a lot, but you likely have more property than you realize: your home, vehicles, furniture, clothing, books, sentimental items, and more. If you don’t have a Will, your loved ones will be tasked with finding a home for this property when you pass on. 

Creating a will prevents family conflict, eliminates confusion, and ensures your assets go to the people you most want to have them. It also gives your family guidance and reassurance that they can fulfill your wishes during what is likely a very difficult time for them.

With a Will, you can also plan ahead for those who are in your care — for example, you can name a legal guardian for your minor children, choose a caretaker for your pets, leave gifts to your grandchildren and favorite charities.

We boldly ask that you prayerfully consider remembering Midwest Mission as you make your important decisions. As a nonprofit organization who does not receive state or federal funding, and never has, we are grateful for you, our volunteers, donors, and partners who choose to include us as part of your Legacy. 

We have even heard some of you say, especially at Annual Conferences, that you have already named Midwest Mission as a beneficiary. We are honored to be included.

If that’s you, we ask that you complete this form and email it back to Development Manager, Lisa Rigoni, at lisa@midwestmission.org or mail it to her attention at: 1001 Mission Drive, Pawnee, IL 62558.

Did you know it actually helps in Midwest Mission’s financial planning, too? It allows for vision casting and dreaming about all the ways we can serve now and in the future around the world and around the corner.

Need more information about how to include Midwest Mission in your Legacy Planning? Lisa would be happy to chat with you via phone, FaceTime, Zoom or you can schedule an in-person visit with her. Send an email and she’ll get back to you to set up an appointment.

Friends of Midwest Mission, who wish to remain anonymous, a couple who volunteers and also gives, recently made the decision to include the ministry in their Legacy Planning:

“Most people think about what they want their legacy to be, to give ‘the gift that keeps on giving’ or leave something that will ‘change the world or make it better.’

“As we considered this, we thought first of Midwest Mission, as they are a blessing to us and have become our family.

“Just as we have done, you, too, can include Midwest Mission in your estate planning through your Will, Trust, or other long-range plans. This will ensure that Midwest Mission is able to continue serving those in need throughout the world and in your own neighborhood. It’s your opportunity to make intentional decisions for your legacy, and to make the world a better place.”