On January 12, 2010 Haiti was struck by a tremendous earthquake that caused extensive damage.  NC Baptist Men Rescue 24 responded accordingly with a medical team as requested by a mission in Haiti.  Since that initial team arrived, we have been sending teams to assist with the needs.Currently, we are recruiting construction and medical teams to work in Haiti. A “team” is 10-12 people for construction and 6-8 for medical.

The cost for the trip is $1,000 for NC residents which includes airfare, in-country ground transportation, lodging, meals, building materials and accident insurance.  Out-of-state volunteers will pay the cost of the airfare plus $350 for logistics.  Housing is in a compound that provides lodging, food, and security.  A deposit of $500 is due 2 weeks after reservation to hold the week.  Each participant will need to send a deposit for $500 90 days prior to departure.  Full amount due 45 days prior to departure.

Construction teams will be involved in a variety of tasks from handyman type work to heavy masonry.  Some tools provided. 

Medical teams will work mainly in community clinics doing primary care. Some opportunities may exist for medical specialties.  Ideal team is 1 Primary Care Provider, 2 Nurses, and a Pharmacist.  But, we are flexible!   If you have a specialty and would like to use it in Haiti, we will try to find a location for your work. 

Typical trip begins in the US with a flight to Port-au-Prince on Sunday, return on the following Saturday.

Team dates are organized by week. Contact NCBM for available weeks. We will continue the weekly schedule through August of 2011.  Additional information can be found at www.ncmissions.org.

To participate, you must: 1. Be a Christian 2. Possess a passport valid for 6 months after your return date 3. Be in good physical shape. It is very hot in Haiti and the accommodations do not have air conditioning.  4. (Medical)  Posses a current, medical license 5. (Medical) Not have any current or pending litigation or disciplinary action against you.

Construction Teams: If you meet the above criteria and want to participate please inform EACH team member to create a profile by clicking on the “sign-in” in the upper right hand corner of this website. Then, create a username and password.  Finish by completing all of the items (general, church, references, etc.).

The team leader should contact Gaylon Moss at NCBM and give him the names of the team members.

Medical volunteers:  NC Residents:   If you meet the above criteria and want to participate;  Step 1: complete a profile at ncmissions.org by clicking on "sign-in" in upper right corner, complete the username and password then the rest of the 'My Profile" info in all of the tabs. 2. Go to servnc.org and complete a profile (this helps us check your credentials) at the "Affiliation" section, associate yourself with North Carolina Baptist Men Medical Reserve Corps.  3. Choose a date that you want to participate and email it to me.  I will let you know if you are on the team.

Medical volunteers: Out-of-State residents: If you meet the above criteria and want to participate :   Step 1: complete a profile at ncmissions.org by clicking on "sign-in" in upper right corner, complete the username and password then the rest of the 'My Profile" info in all of the tabs. 2. Scan or mail legible copies of your medical credentials. 3.  Ask your employer to certify that you posses a valid medical license by sending a notarized letter stating such on company letterhead.  If self-employed, locate a 3rd party to provide this certification   4. Choose a date that you want to participate and email it to me.  I will let you know if you are on the team.