Danielle Harbaugh
Head of Fundraising and Communication
Give monthly and become a shipmate
Donate monthlyA Shipmate is someone who chooses to give every month, helping make life-changing care possible month after month.
Your ongoing support helps patients access life-changing surgery, recover, return to their families, and move forward with new possibilities for their future.
Why monthly giving matters
Real change takes years, not a single visit. Planning that far ahead depends on knowing what support we can count on.
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Makes long-term planning possible
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Supports the whole journey of care
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Creates impact, month after month
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Provides reliable support we can count on
Our impact, together
Your gift doesn't fund just one surgery. It helps support the whole program that makes it possible. Here's what that support is already making possible.
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128,800+
life-changing surgical procedures provided
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56,500+
Professionals trained in their area of expertise
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2.9 million+
Direct beneficiaries
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14+
African nations partnered with
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35+
Years working alongside African partners
No lock-in, ever
Becoming a Shipmate is a choice you make every month, not a contract. You’re always in control of your giving.
- Mercy Ships is independently audited and certified.
- There's no minimum commitment period.
- Every gift, however long you give it, has already made a real difference.
- Change your amount, pause, or cancel anytime. Simply contact your local Mercy Ships office.
Ready to change lives every month?
Becoming a Shipmate takes less time than reading this page. Your support can keep making a difference long after today.
We're here for you
Have a question about becoming a Shipmate or about a gift you already give? We're happy to help. Reach out anytime.
Fundraising team
Global Partnership Team
What giving makes possible
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All he wanted was to wear shoes
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His father refused to give up
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He was chosen to lead. But shame made him hide.
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They faced every step together
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It started with a toothache
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She was afraid of surgery. Then she found the courage to say yes.
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Every journey came with pain
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She spent her childhood indoors. Now she’s back where she belongs.
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He couldn't see the blackboard. Now he can see his future.
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A little girl carrying too much
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After 15 years of pain, Farah found hope
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She couldn't open her hand. Now she can reach for her future.
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For eight years, they told her no
FAQs about giving
What's the difference between a one-time gift and a monthly donation?
A one-time gift supports a specific moment; a monthly gift, as a Shipmate, gives ongoing support that lets us plan further ahead — training local health workers and committing to a country's care for years, not just one visit.
Why does monthly giving matter more than it might seem?
Because it's predictable. Knowing what support we can count on each month lets us commit to multi-year partnerships with African nations, rather than planning one field service at a time.
What does my monthly gift actually fund?
It funds the whole surgical program — the operating room, anesthesia, sterile supplies, ward care, and the training of local healthcare professionals — not just one patient's procedure.
Can I change or cancel my monthly gift?
Yes, anytime. Contact your local Mercy Ships office to change your amount, pause your giving, or cancel — there's no minimum commitment.
Is my monthly gift secure?
Yes. All donations are processed through secure, encrypted payment systems, and you'll receive a receipt for every gift.
