Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is the IMHO a non-profit organization? Is my donation tax-deductible?

In the United States, IMHO is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) as a 501c(3) non-profit organization. Any donation to IMHO is tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowable by law. IMHO’s tax-ID number is 59-3779465.

IMHO is a registered charitable organization in Canada as well. Its application for charitable status in Canada was approved by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) in March 2012. This means that Canadian businesses and individuals donating to IMHO can claim a tax deduction.

2. Will I receive a receipt for my donation?

Yes, the IMHO Treasurer issues separate receipts in-person or via first class mail for all one-time donations. For monthly contributions, an annual tax receipt for cumulative annual donations is sent at the end of each fiscal year.

3. Can I earmark my donation for a certain project?

Yes, of course. While IMHO prefers unconditional donations for maximal flexibility in responding to immediate needs, any donations can be earmarked for a specific project, and the donor’s wish will be respected.

4. Can I donate medical supplies as an in-kind donation?

Yes, IMHO administers several projects that can make use of medical supplies, although it depends on the country, the project, and the circumstances governing the shipment of such supplies. Prior to making your donation, please contact the IMHO Programs Coordinator at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it to confirm the suitability of the donation and make other necessary arrangements.

5. Will IMHO accept a matching gift from my company?

IMHO is happy to accept matching gifts from your company. Please obtain the appropriate form from your Human Resources Department for matching gifts, and mail it with your contribution to IMHO at:

IMHO
955 Proprietors Road, Suite B
Worthington, OH 43085
USA

We will then contact you and provide you with information on the full value of your contribution.

6. How do I become a partner in IMHO’s monthly giving program?

Monthly gifts from our Partners provide IMHO with consistent financial support, which enables IMHO to undertake greater commitments in under-served communities. Our Partners guarantee us with continuous, predictable funding which enable us to concentrate attention and resources towards our projects on the ground.

There are two ways to become an IMHO Partner:

*Sign up online: Use your credit card to sign up online through our secure online Donation systems. We currently have accounts with Paypal and Google Checkout.

*Direct debit: To pay directly from your checking account, complete the PDF form on our Monthly Giving page and mail it to us with a voided check.

7. Can I donate in a currency other than US dollars?

Yes, our online Paypal donation system accepts currency in Canadian dollars, Euros, Great Britain pounds, Australian dollars, and other currencies from around the world. Please encourage your friends and family living in other countries to donate.

8. Should I use Paypal or Google Checkout for my online donations?

Google Checkout only processes donations from the United States and United Kingdom, and is currently available through the IMHO Youtube page. Paypal can be used to process all donations in currencies from around the world (see previous question above).

Paypal charges a processing fee of approximately 3% of the total credit card transaction, leaving 97% for IMHO.

9. How do I become an active member with IMHO?

For information on how to get more involved with IMHO, please visit our Get Involved page.

10. My child would like to get involved with IMHO. What can he/she do?

Ask your child to contact the IMHO Youth Director at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it about current opportunities for getting involved. IMHO is always looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help with small administrative tasks and other projects that do not require medical knowledge.

11. I would like to volunteer with IMHO overseas. How can I do this?

Currently, IMHO is not sending direct volunteers to work on its active projects. For more information on matching your interests and availability with the needs of IMHO’s existing projects, please contact the IMHO Programs Coordinator at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

12. What do I do if I have more questions?

IMHO is happy to communicate with you further about our work. Please contact IMHO by phone at (614) 659-9922 or by email ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it )

13. What is IMHO's privacy policy?

We respect your privacy. Therefore we never share or sell your personal information with any third parties. Any information collected through this site is intended to be used for this transaction only. Your personal information is secured via SSL (Secure Socket Layer) Technology.

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