Frequently Asked Questions
About HMBC.
What does NPO mean?
NPO stands for non-profit organisation. It means HMBC is registered to serve the public good, and any surplus is used for our work, not paid out to owners or shareholders.
How is HMBC funded?
By donors, churches, businesses and international partners, together with patient fees. See Funding & Governance for more detail. [CONFIRM]
Are you funded by the government?
[CLIENT TO ANSWER: yes, no or partly, with a sentence of detail.]
What is Section 18A?
Section 18A of the Income Tax Act allows South African taxpayers to claim a tax deduction for donations to approved organisations. [CONFIRM HMBC’s status.] If we are approved, you can request a certificate on our Tax Certificates page.
Do you fall under VCC?
HMBC is an outreach ministry of Victory Christian Church (VCC). [CLIENT TO CONFIRM how HMBC and VCC are related legally and financially.]