Frequently Asked Questions
Can I sign up for a Timmy trip?
Most of Timmy Global Health trips are coordinated by Timmy university and school chapters around the US. If you are interested in joining a trip that may have open spots, please join Timmy’s medical professional list or general list as appropriate.
Where did the name Timmy come from?
Timmy was Dr. Chuck’s (Timmy’s Founder) older brother who died during infancy. The name is a legacy and tribute to both his family and children everywhere who deserve the promise of healthy futures.
How do I get involved with Timmy Global Health?
Stay tuned for more opportunities to be posted.
Can I donate medical supplies?
We are currently accepting donations for medical supplies in the United States as long as we can confirm that these meet the needs of our partners. We do our best to send these donations with medical service trips. We can also accept donations of supplies in, or directly shipped to our partners in, Ecuador, Dominican Republic, Guatemala and Nigeria. Please contact info@timmyglobalhealth.org. Financial donations are also encouraged for our partners in the field to purchase supplies in their home country.
Is my donation tax deductible and will I be issued a tax receipt?
Timmy Global Health issues tax receipts for all financial donations via mail or email.
Timmy Global Health is a 501(c)3 organization, and the organization’s EIN is 35-2012757
TGH will not sell, trade or share a donor’s personal information with anyone else, nor send donor mailings on behalf of other organizations
TGH will only share personal information once the donor has given the charity specific permission to do so.