FAQs
Who is ASON International?
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ASON International (Americans Serving Other Nationals) is an ECFA‑accredited 501(c)(3) Christian nonprofit that assists national Christian leaders in accomplishing their God‑given visions. We incubate ministry by helping local leaders plant churches, build schools and homes, and launch sustainable businesses that fund long‑term ministry in their own communities.
What is ASON’s mission?
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Our mission is to assist national Christian leaders in accomplishing their God‑given visions. We do this by providing theological training, startup assistance, and funding so their ministries can become spiritually fruitful and financially self‑sustaining.
How is ASON different from other organizations?
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Rather than sending and funding long‑term Western‑led work, ASON comes alongside proven national Christian leaders who already serve their communities. We focus on partnership, coaching, and sustainability so local churches, schools, and ministries stand strong without long‑term dependence on the West.
ASON partners with national Christian leaders in several regions, including South Asia, Ghana, and the Dominican Republic. Through these partners we support churches, child sponsorship programs, schools, and community‑based ministries in multiple countries within these regions.
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Where does ASON serve?
What kinds of ministries does ASON support?
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We help leaders start and strengthen ministries such as church plants, Christian schools, children’s programs, housing projects, and job‑creating businesses. Our goal is to see whole communities transformed spiritually, educationally, and economically through national‑led work.
Can I meet my sponsored child?
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Yes, ASON offers mission trips that often include opportunities to visit schools and communities where sponsored children live and study. Many sponsors have met their sponsored children in person while serving on ASON teams, deepening relationship and understanding.
What types of mission trips does ASON offer?
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ASON typically offers two to three mission trips each year, including construction trips, child sponsorship trips, and an Israel pilgrimage experience. Depending on ongoing projects, we may add additional trips focused on evangelism, discipleship, or specific ministry needs.
How does ASON help ministries become financially self‑sustaining?
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ASON helps national leaders plan and launch revenue‑generating businesses and vocational initiatives that provide jobs and local income for ministry. We combine coaching, seed funding, and accountability so these ventures can support churches, schools, and outreach long‑term.
Is ASON financially accountable and trustworthy?
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Yes, ASON is an ECFA‑accredited organization, which means we follow established standards for financial integrity, governance, and transparency. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, we file required reports and make information about our stewardship available to donors and partners.
How can individuals get involved with ASON?
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Individuals can get involved by sponsoring a child, joining a mission trip, praying for our partners, or giving toward specific projects and ministries. Many people also share ASON’s stories in their churches and networks to help connect others with what God is doing through national leaders.