International Humanitarian Aid

Helping
Hospitals
Worldwide

Mission Relief Services collects, processes and ships donated medical and surgical supplies to communities in critical need — transforming healthcare infrastructure across more than 40 countries.

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Medical relief supplies being distributed
40+
Countries Served
20+
Years of Service
100s
Tons of Supplies
2001
Founded

Our Purpose

A Mission Born of Compassion

Mission Relief Services is a private non-profit humanitarian aid organization specializing in the redistribution of medical and surgical supplies to more than 40 countries worldwide. The organization collects, processes, and ships donated supplies from hospitals, nursing homes and other healthcare facilities to designated areas of need. Through the responsible stewardship of donations, Mission Relief helps transform healthcare infrastructures worldwide — one shipment, one clinic, one life at a time.

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Medical Supply Redistribution
We partner with hospitals, nursing homes, and healthcare facilities to rescue donated supplies and redirect them to communities that need them most.
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Global Reach
Our network of recipients spans more than 40 countries across Latin America, Africa, Eastern Europe, and beyond.
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Donor-First Philosophy
We believe the mission begins with the donor. Our long-term relationships with regional hospitals ensure reliable, sustained giving.

Our Story

Two Decades of Purposeful Relief

What began with a single trip to Russia and a vision to help has grown into one of the region's most dedicated medical relief organizations.

1992

A Vision Takes Root

During a winter trip to Russia, James P. Harrison, III witnessed first-hand how people suffer due to insufficient medical care — and recognized how donated hospital supplies could alleviate that suffering. He began collecting and shipping medical supplies for Carelift International and then Christian Relief Charities.

2001

Mission Relief Services Is Born

Jim left Christian Relief Charities to establish Mission Relief Services as an independent nonprofit — expanding capacity, increasing the donor base, and broadening the network of recipients around the world.

2003

Team Expansion

John R. DiSimone joined Mission Relief as IT Coordinator, bringing systems expertise from Villanova University. The growing team enabled broader logistics and deeper donor engagement across the tri-state area.

2005

City of Philadelphia Recognition

Jim Harrison was recognized by the City of Philadelphia with the Citizen's Diplomacy Award — a testament to the growing impact of Mission Relief's global humanitarian work.

Today

Ongoing Growth & Expansion

Mission Relief continues to grow its network of hospital donors, volunteers, and international partners. With programs now active in Honduras and Latin America, the organization is poised for its most impactful chapter yet.

Our Impact

Real Change, Measured

40+
Countries Reached
20+
Years of Service
15+
Hospital Partners
100s
Tons of Supplies Shipped

The People Behind the Mission

Our Leadership

Driven by a shared belief that every community deserves access to quality healthcare, our team brings decades of combined expertise to the work.

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President & Founder
James P. Harrison, III
Jim founded Mission Relief Services in 2001 after years working with Carelift International and Christian Relief Charities. Inspired by witnessing medical hardship in Russia in 1992, he dedicated his career to redirecting donated hospital supplies to communities in need. Jim holds degrees from Presbyterian College, Eastern University, and Rosemont College, and has traveled to more than 25 countries. In 2005, the City of Philadelphia honored him with the Citizen's Diplomacy Award.
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Treasurer & CIO
John R. DiSimone
John joined Mission Relief in 2003 and brings deep IT expertise from his role as Senior Systems Analyst at Villanova University. He ensures our logistics and information systems run smoothly so supplies reach those who need them.
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Equipment Technician
Thomas Helinsky
A trained biomedical engineer with GE, Tom has repaired donated hospital equipment and electronic devices for Mission Relief for over a decade — ensuring every shipment is ready to serve.
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Honduras Programs Director
Steve Mentzer
Steve developed the Presbyterian Medical Equipment Project and founded the Central American Relief Effort, coordinating shipments of medicine to clinics across southern Honduras in partnership with the First Lady of Honduras.
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Latin American Programs
Meg Waldron
Fluent in Spanish, Meg spent six months in Honduras overseeing construction of five homes for families in the Copan region. A lifelong educator, she brings compassion and first-hand field experience to everything she does.
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Volunteers & Logistics
Mike & Cameron Azzarano
Fluent Spanish speakers with deep ties to Central and South America, Mike and Cameron have volunteered their time for years — helping clear hospitals, collect supplies, and prepare containers for overseas shipment.

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Your donation helps us collect, process, and ship life-saving medical supplies to communities in critical need. Every dollar goes further because our team is driven by mission — not margin.

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