Costs and Finances
FinACE: Australia
Your application will be processed at Mercy Ships International Operations Center in Texas, USA but we encourage you to use the information below to contact our office in Australia to get information about raising support and being funded by individuals from Australia.
Once Accepted
You are about to embark on a life-changing experience and we would like to thank you for your willingness to serve in this way. Without willing volunteers like you, Mercy Ships would be unable to provide the level of service it does to the forgotten poor of the world.
Finance
We understand that there are many costs involved with volunteering with us and one way you may choose to cover these costs is by enlisting the financial help of your family and friends. If people you know would like to contribute to your costs and would like a tax receipt, the Australian Tax Office requires that the funds be made out to Mercy Ships Australia and sent to our national office in Queensland.
We will then transfer the amount/s donated into your nominated bank account here in Australia. You may then transfer the funds to the IOC or the ship at your discretion. It is also important that you keep records of how these funds are spent in the event that you are audited.
Your friends can send a cheque/money order made out to Mercy Ships Australia to the address below with a note that specifies that it is a donation to you. If they would like to donate online by credit card (Visa, MasterCard, American Express), they can simply use the Donate Online page of our website and insert your name in the “Donation For” field at the bottom of the page.
Fundraising Materials
Our national office has brochures, money boxes, banners, photos and PowerPoint presentations available if you would like to use them to help you raise support.
Our Mailing Address
Mercy Ships Australia
PO Box 1080
CALOUNDRA QLD 4551
If you have further questions about financial contributions and Australian tax requirements, please contact the Mercy Ships Australia national office by calling +61 (7) 5437-2992 or emailing msaust@mercyships.org.
