New Orleans Medical Mission Services, Inc.

Overview

New Orleans Medical Mission Services, Inc., commonly referred to as NOMMS, is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization established in 2001 by physicians and businessmen from the Greater New Orleans area. The organization's mission is to deliver medical relief and expertise to the underprivileged population internationally, while also addressing local needs through services, treatment, and supplies[2][4].

Objectives and Activities

NOMMS primarily focuses on providing medical and surgical care to those in need. The organization conducts medical missions in Central and South America, having visited countries such as Ecuador, Nicaragua, Honduras, and Panama[2]. Their efforts include various surgeries, eye examinations, distribution of free eyeglasses, dental examinations, and physical therapy. In addition to these services, NOMMS educates medical students and provides physician consultations in collaboration with local hospitals[1][2].

Funding and Operations

NOMMS relies on funding from grants, corporate donations, and proceeds from its annual Mission Possible Gala and Golf Tournament[1][2]. The organization is managed by a board of directors and has over 600 volunteers, who are medical and non-medical professionals donating their time and resources to participate in missions[2]. Volunteers cover their own expenses, contributing both financially and through vacation time[1][2].

Impact

As of recent data, NOMMS has conducted over 36 medical missions, shipped numerous donated medical materials, performed thousands of surgeries, and conducted tens of thousands of eye examinations[1]. Locally, NOMMS also donates medical supplies to various institutions and community organizations[3].

Governance and Classification

NOMMS is classified by the IRS as a 509(a)(2) public charity, reflecting its status as a nonprofit dedicated to serving public interests through charitable activities[1][2]. The organization has been subject to external audits since 2004, ensuring compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)[2].

[1] https://www.nomms.org/nomms-fast-facts.html [2] https://www.nomms.org/about-us.html [3] https://www.nomms.org [4] https://www.guidestar.org/profile/72-1502114 [5] https://medicaloutreach.americares.org/organizations/new-orleans-medical-mission-services-inc/