Why Ethical Stewardship of Your Sacred Trust Matters.

AT MEND, YOUR TRUST DEMANDS MORE than avoiding scandals—it requires building systems where integrity is the only possible outcome.

To this end, we've established rigorous standards across governance, service delivery, and financial management. In service delivery, your generosity enables us to serve with compassion and dignity. We regularly ask those we serve what they need, ensuring your annual support truly addresses community priorities.

Because of you, over 34,000 unduplicated vulnerable neighbors benefit from assistance annually — a responsibility we carry knowing you've made it possible. The financial transparency you deserve anchors everything we do. Your contributions receive careful oversight from the board of directors, with records openly accessible and processes designed for maximum accountability.

Your trust has helped MEND earn Charity Navigator's 4-star rating for seven consecutive years, placing us among the top 7% of rated charities nationwide. Additionally, we have earned GuideStar's Platinum Seal of Transparency, GreatNonprofits “Toprated NonProfit” and full BBB accreditation. These honors reflect our core belief: every dollar you entrust to MEND represents your sacred commitment to our shared mission. We are vigilant, regularly review practices, seek external evaluation, and maintain the open communication you deserve.

At MEND, we embrace your confidence as a privilege.

Gratefully,

Janet Marinaccio President & CEO