Frequently asked questions
Q: What is Agape Love Mission Foundation?
A: ALMF is a Foundation designed to attempt to meet medical needs of underserved communities
Q: Why was Agape Love Mission Foundation started?
A: To provide healthcare to needy communities – starting with Iree community in Osun State of Nigeria.
Q: What does Agape Love Mission Foundation do?
A: Medical missions is one of the strategies used to meet the healthcare delivery gaps.
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Q: Where is Agape Love Mission Foundation located?
A: Official location is in Springboro, Ohio.
Q: Who are the leaders of Agape Love Mission Foundation?
.A:The President and chair of the Board of Agape Love Mission Foundation is Dr. Gideon Adegbile
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Q: Is Agape Love Mission Foundation a church?
A: No, it is not affiliated with a church.
Q: How can I give financially to support Agape Love Mission Foundation?
A: Tax-deductible donations can be made via the donation button on our Home Page or, mail directly to the Foundation address on our Home Page.
Q: Can I give non-monetary gifts to Agape Love Mission Foundation?
A: Yes…. Donations of time to pray for us, soft toys, etc are highly appreciated
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Q: Does Agape Love Mission Foundation have mission trips?
A: Yes. For more information, contact us.
Q: How long are Agape Love Mission Foundation mission trips?
A: 7-10 days (including travel time).
Q: How can I participate in an Agape Love Mission Foundation mission trip?
A: By contacting us via any of the ways listed on our Home Page.
Q: Is it safe to travel to Nigeria?
A: Yes…… and, we make sure that we travel as a group throughout the medical mission period
Q: Is the food safe to eat in Nigeria?
A: Yes
Q: What kind of accommodations should one expect on an Agape Love Mission Foundation mission trip?
A: Hotel Accommodations
Q: Is there any down time / free time / tourism / sightseeing time on an Agape Love Mission Foundation mission trip?
A: Free time can be built to the Medical Mission trips as desired. Eg, a couple of days upon arrival and a couple of days prior to departure
Q: Are only medical professionals qualified to participate in an Agape Love Mission Foundation mission trip?<br />
A: No….. Any one with heart for service can participate because there is a lot to do – from helping to direct the flow of people to helping with handing out various items like reading glasses, as well as clothes & toys to the children
Q: What language(s) are spoken where the Agape Love Mission Foundation mission trip will take place?
A: English, Pidgin English and Yoruba (native language)
Q: Will I need a visa to travel to Nigeria?
A: Yes… Every non-Nigerian passport holders require a visa to enter the country
Q: Who started Agape Love Mission Foundation?
A: Dr. Gideon Sunday Adebisi Adegbile
Q: What is the purpose of Agape Love Mission Foundation?
To bridge some of the gaps in access to healthcare in various communities – starting with the people of of Iree, Nigeria
Q: Why does Agape Love Mission Foundation do what it does?
A: To extend the love of God to people within the communities that we serve
Q: How do I contact Agape Love Mission Foundation?
A:We can be contacted via email and phone number listed on our Home Page.
Q: What is the Agape Love Mission Foundation EIN number?
A: 81-2152865
Q: Is Agape Love Mission Foundation a Christian ministry?
A: Yes. We are a christian ministry
Q: Are financial gifts to Agape Love Mission Foundation tax deductible?
A: Yes….Agape Love Mission Foundation is registered as a 501c-3 organization.
Q: How much does it cost to participate in an Agape Love Mission Foundation mission trip?
A: Paying for Airfares only. We provide room and board during the medical mission
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Q: Where does Agape Love Mission Foundation do its mission trips?
A: Iree, Nigeria
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Q: How much is airfare to Nigeria?
A: It depends on the Airline and the Cabin of interest
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Q: What kind of food should one expect to eat?
A: Typical menus from food items like Bread, Rice, Beans, Eggs, Vegetables and various Fruits
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Q: Is the water safe to drink in Nigeria?
A: Yes….. we provide bottled water from renowned companies
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Q: What kind of ground transportation should one expect on an Agape Love Mission Foundation mission trip?
A: We typically use privately owned vehicles eg SUVs
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Q: What does an Agape Love Mission Foundation mission trip day look like?
A: Working from 8:30 am to 5 pm
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Q: What immunizations are required or recommended for Nigeria?<br />
A: Although there are no required immunizations, the Government typically recommend Yellow Fever, Meningitis, Hepatitis B and Typhoid vaccines in addition to medicine for Malaria prophylaxis.
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Q: I only speak English. Will I be able to effectively communicate on the Agape Love Mission Foundation mission trip?
A: Yes…. most of the people we serve speak and understand English
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Q: How do I get a visa in order to participate in an Agape Love Mission Foundation mission trip?<br />
A: Through application to the Nigerian Embassy in the US or, using the Visa on Arrival process which we have successfully used in the past and costs approximately $150-175
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