Do keep your passport and money secure and close to you or safely kept at your lodgings at all times.

Do check with the IMFC team before giving out any candy or toys to children.

Do adopt a team mindset and be a good team player.

Do use plenty of sunscreen when going outside.

Do drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.

Do use insect repellent to ward off mosquitos and other insects.

Do realize that you represent Jesus Christ and IMFC so behave accordingly.

Do feel free to take as many photos but be courteous, polite, and always get permission of the people in your photograph.

Do wash hands frequently with soap and water, and use sanitizer before eating.

Do keep toilet tissue or Kleenex with you when away from the guesthouse.

Do take fresh clean and new $100 bills in order to get the best exchange rate.

Do check with the IMFC team about anyone the Lord may have placed on your heart to bless and help before committing yourself. We have developed ways that your help is a blessing rather than leaving problems on the field that will arise if not done properly.

Do demonstrate respect for the people, culture, and heritage of the Africans that you meet.

Don’t give money to people on the streets.

Don’t pull out and flash a wad of money in public.

Don’t use credit cards. You can use a debit card at an ATM at a secure bank.

Don’t wear gold jewelry, necklaces, gold or diamond earrings, or expensive watches.

Don’t make promises you cannot keep.

Don’t use tobacco or alcohol products.

Don’t drink the tap water.

Don’t use the tap water to brush your teeth.

Don’t get ice in your drinks; though some of the restaurants that we use have filtered their water and the ice is fine. ASK BEFORE DRINKING.

Don’t eat salads or uncooked vegetables, except in select restaurants. ASK BEFORE EATING.

Don’t be afraid to eat the food that is prepared correctly.

Don’t EVER go wandering off by yourself.

Don’t get upset and critical when things do not happen as planned.

Don’t forget to take your anti-malarial meds.

Don’t expect Africa and Africans to be America or Americans.

Don’t expect things to happen on time.

Don’t have a condescending attitude toward the country, people or local culture.

Don’t give you your email, address or social media to just anyone. Ask local leadership first, or you may be inundated with pictures and requests that you are unprepared to receive.