The Franciscan friars serve these communities where need is greatest, offering compassion, presence, and care to the sick poor. Through their clinics, mission aid stations, and outreach work, they tend to children, older adults, and families who would otherwise go without treatment or hope of recovery.
Be like St. Francis of Assisi
St. Francis saw Christ in those who were suffering and responded not only with words, but with action. Inspired by his example, Franciscans today continue this work of mercy by caring for the sick, comforting the afflicted, and doing all they can to preserve life and dignity.
Medical Aid for the Poor and Sick in Mission Lands supports both urgent, life-saving treatment and ongoing medical care, including medicines, basic supplies, and support for clinics in remote and underserved regions. In many places, these resources must be transported over great distances, making access difficult and costly, yet no less essential.
Support medical care in Franciscan missions
Access to medical care can mean the difference between life and death. Your support helps ensure that the friars are not forced to turn away those in need, and that care is available when illness strikes.
Whether your gift is large or small, it helps bring healing to those who suffer and strengthens the Franciscans’ mission of service throughout the world.
“A joyful heart is good medicine.”
— Proverbs 17:22
“The generous will be blessed, for they share their food with the poor.”
– Proverbs 22:9
