Leave a legacy

“Heal the sick, and say to them: the kingdom of God is at hand.” — Luke 10:9

For more than sixty-five years, Mission Doctors Association has answered that call — sending physicians, dentists, and nurse practitioners to serve the poor in Africa and Latin America, building healthcare systems that outlast any single missionary’s tenure.

That work continues today. And it continues because of people like you.

Gift from your Will

When you include Mission Doctors in your will or living trust, your generosity will send doctors into the field long after you are gone — training local health professionals, restoring dignity to the sick, and answering Christ’s call in communities with nowhere else to turn.

It is one of the most profound ways to extend your faith into the future. And it costs you nothing today.

To see what lasting impact looks like, read some of our success stories — places where our missionaries worked so faithfully that they eventually worked themselves out of a job. That’s the kind of healthcare mission your legacy makes possible.

When you notify us of your intention to include MDA in your estate plans, we will welcome you into our Legacy Society — a community of donors whose vision extends far beyond their own lifetimes.

Your faith. Your generosity. A legacy of healing that endures.

Legacy Society

Membership in the Legacy Society is voluntary, carries no obligation and is confidential. When you join the Legacy Society, it gives us the opportunity to recognize and thank you.

As a member of the Legacy Society:

You will be invited to Mission Doctors events in your area
You will receive our popular newsletter, Missions of Healing
Your name will be inscribed in the MDA Legacy Memorial Book, and you will be remembered at Mass at our Mission House in Los Angeles

Why give a gift to Mission Doctors through my will or trust?

Your bequest is not payable until after your lifetime, so it does not affect your assets or savings during your lifetime. Your bequest is private. Your gift is known only to you, your attorney, and the people you choose to inform of your plans. You can change or revoke your bequest at any time.

How do I include MDA in my will or trust?

There are several ways to include MDA and in your will or living trust. You and your attorney can discuss the way that best fits your circumstances.

The following language and legal address may be helpful to your attorney:

I give, devise, and bequeath to
Mission Doctors Association
6102 South Victoria Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90034
the sum of $___; or the following described property, to wit: _____; or ____ percent of the rest, residue, and remainder of my estate.
Tax identification #95-6110132

If you are considering leaving a gift to Mission Doctors in your will, we would be happy to discuss your intentions. We cannot offer legal advice but would be happy to answer general questions. Please contact Elise Frederick, on her direct line 213-368-1875 or email her at efrederick@missiondoctors.org.

Can I make this gift in honor of a loved one?

Simply add a phrase indicating that the gift from your will is “in honor of/in memory of (name).” By notifying our office of your intentions, that individual’s name along with your own can be included in all recognition through the MDA Legacy Society.

Have you included Mission Doctors in your estate plans?

Thank you for your incredible generosity in considering Mission Doctors in your estate plans. Your planned gift will ensure that we can continue providing life-changing medical care to those in need for years to come.

To help us steward your gift effectively and express our deepest gratitude, we kindly ask that you fill out a brief notification form. This will allow us to:

- Thank you personally for your incredible generosity.
- Stay connected and share updates about the impact of your gift.
- Ensure your wishes are carried out according to your intentions.

Filling out the form takes just a few minutes and does not change or modify your existing estate plans.

Additional Ways to Give

Naming Mission Doctors Association in your will or trust is not the only way to make a gift.

You can also name Mission Doctors Association as a secondary beneficiary (after a spouse) of an IRA or an insurance policy no longer needed for its original purpose. Making MDA the beneficiary of an IRA may have additional tax benefits. For more information about these additional ways to give, contact Elise Frederick on her direct line 213-368-1872 or email her at efrederick@missiondoctors.org.