On Tuesday, November 21, we sent out our 43rd international shipment of the year — this one to Guatemala.

As we were internally preparing for our Thanksgiving celebrations, and staff and volunteers alike talked about their holiday plans, there were moments of pure gratefulness. We have all been given immeasurable blessings, but one of the biggest is the blessing it is to bless others.

We have such a unique opportunity at Midwest Mission to share God's love in a practical way. Our brothers and sisters around the world will feel the love of Christ and feel the love the hands of volunteers have worked into the kits they receive.

Seasons like Thanksgiving really center us back on the work we get to do here — providing hope and empowerment to people around the world and around the corner.

This shipment is no different — it was packed full of resources that will change the lives of those who are the recipients. It included:

• 560 Student Kits
• 9,600 Rice Meal Bags
• 41 Electric sewing machines
• Medical supplies

Weight: 27,618 lbs

Value:$190,385.65

Thank you for your investment in this ministry. Thank you for your time and resources. The impact of your generosity is felt deeply by those around the world who have been blessed by receiving needed supplies.

The holiday season is upon us which means it's a time to count your blessings! As you are doing that and preparing for your holidays, we invite you to also think about those who don’t have as much. On this Giving Tuesday, November 28, Midwest Mission is partnering with the U.S. Military Southern Command and Food For The Poor to help students garner school supplies so they have the appropriate resources for learning.

You can help! 

On Giving Tuesday please donate to help us raise money for 4,260 Student Kits that will be given to students in 68 schools in Cabullaconha, Peru by the U.S. Southern Command and 5,600 to be sent for pre-staging in nine countries helped by our long-time partner, Food For The Poor. 

Did you know that in times of disaster, a Student Kit can help distract a child from all the stress of the crisis? It’s a gift with an incredibly positive impact! 

Please, prayerfully consider donating on Giving Tuesday to help a child be better prepared for their educational experience and to help alleviate the stress of life situations that are out of their control.

Something as simple as a box of crayons, a notebook, and a pencil can bring confidence and hope to a young person!

God is doing great things at Midwest Mission! We combined some of our most recent "God Moments" into a publication called "God is On the Move."

Using the button below, you can download the stories and share with someone you know!

November Church Bulletin Insert

We offer monthly church bulletin inserts that you can slide in your church's bulletin. These inserts keep your congregation up-to-date on our current needs and upcoming events!

You can purchase these items at your local store, or make them, and take them to Midwest Mission or a Collection Site near you. You can also buy items online and have them shipped right to Midwest Mission.

Day Pads

Patterns

Go to Feminine Hygiene Kit

Purchase

Select the first ones listed

Receiving Blankets

28"x28" - 32"x32" — can be store-bought or handmade — purchase here

Midwest Mission Weekly Projects

Work of the Mission Volunteers

Work Done

Our great inventory team began the process of our yearly inventory, counting thousands of items. in the warehouse. Thank you team!

Disbursements

• Guatemala, Food For The Poor: see story above

Midwest Mission is able to do this work because of your generous donations and willingness to volunteer. Thank you!



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Volunteer at Midwest Mission

Dates are available in 2023, 2024, and 2025

Need a Saturday option for team volunteering

or assistance in booking? Contact Pat Wright at pat@midwestmission.org or 217-697-4063

Click below to check calendar openings and to reserve your spots.

Volunteer Reservation Calendar



2025 Volunteer Calendar is open for dorm reservations!

Go to our Reservation Calendar, log in, reserve your rooms, and submit payment for your Non-refundable Reservation Fee via credit card or electronic check. We will email you the Access Code to reserve Volunteer Shifts for your team. You must complete this step for your team to volunteer at Midwest Mission.

For local teams and individuals: Volunteer Shifts will only be available 3 months ahead of time. For example, December 1, 2023 you will be able to reserve Volunteer Shifts for March of 2024.

Thank you for your patience as we try to improve the reservation experience for both local teams and those staying in the dorm.