About Maximum Impact Foundation

Maximum Impact Foundation Inc, a 501(C)3 formed in 2002 with the mission to provide the "Maximum Impact" on the lives of the poor and unfortunate from its assets of time, talent and material resources. MIF focuses on the needs of people from the hill country of the Mexico border area to the streets of Los Angeles, along with many other areas as critical needs arise. The foundation is an all-volunteer force, including all directors and officers, and commits to 100% utilization of every contribution. Financial records are always available.

How has Maximum Impact made a difference?

Food  - MIF routinely provides trucks to volunteers who pick up food from food banks and deliver it to thousands of the needy in the Mexico border area and the inner city of Los Angeles.

Larry D. had a small food ministry outreach and dutifully loaded his van twice a week with products from Los Angeles area food banks and drove to Tijuana where he would provide food for 60-70 persons. Larry's strong commitment, determination, and consistency were important factors for MIF selecting Larry to partner with. MIF was able to locate and purchase a sixteen-foot truck for him, and with increased capacity Larry is now able to feed 1,200-1,300 people every week on his own.

Suzy P. grew up homeless  on the streets of South Korea. Growing up almost always hungry, she understands poor. Now, with a delivery truck purchased by MIF,  she loads it up with food from a S. California food bank and makes weekly trips to feed the poor of the Mexico border area.

Healthcare - Pain and untreated ailments are a way of life in Mexico where health insurance is unaffordable for most families. MIF continually supports medical treatment and operations for people with ailments ranging from cancer to bone fractures.

Jose, is a 13 year-old boy in Tijuana Mexico who suffered a compound fracture of his wrist and was left unattended for hours in a doctor's office because the family had no insurance or money. MIF learned of the situation and was able to provide resources for surgery, which led to his complete recovery.

Education - The goal of MIF is to provide as many children as possible the opportunity to attend school in the region of El Nino and Vista de Valle, Tijuana Mexico area. Officials estimate 25% to 30% of the elementary aged children are not attending school, primarily because their families lack money for the $30 tuition, supplies, and in some cases required school uniforms. The non-attendance percentages increase for high school aged children where the tuition costs are higher and uniforms are mandatory.

MIF provides two schools with computers and supplies, has awarded our first Mexico scholarship to a young girl now majoring in international finance, has given tuition grants, and provides backpacks filled with school supplies and new shoes so that children can go to school the right way.... with pride.

Jobs - MIF is always looking to create self-sustaining families whenever possible.  MIF has both short-term and long-term goals to provide employment opportunities in the eastern Tijuana region. Short-term employment increased with the purchase of 13 sewing machines for mothers and single women who now provide clothing for their families.  Some have started small businesses and sell to others, including discounted school uniforms. Other exciting job-creating plans are in process.

Churches - Local church pastors are influential leaders in their communities.  MIF supports and provides for these leaders in many ways including:

• Food outreach through the churches.

• Shoes and clothing through the churches.

• Christmas toys through the churches.

• Bibles and Purpose Driven Life books.

• Medical outreach through the pastors and churches.

Maximum Impact looks to the future!

The foundation's mission is to continue its current programs, as well as expanding them by working with "contributor-partners" with the common goal of making a difference for the poor, the disadvantaged, the ailing, and most importantly, the children.