High Standard of Fiscal Responsibility

As I meet with individuals and churches about TRIBE Mission International, the question of accountability often comes up. And truly—it’s a wonderful question. When we are talking about charitable donations, international missions, and stewarding God’s resources, accountability should always be part of the conversation. So please, keep asking. Your questions sharpen us, strengthen us, and remind us of the sacred responsibility we carry. This mission is not merely our story, nor is it solely the story of the Mangyan tribal communities. This is God’s story, and He has entrusted a portion of His redemptive work to TRIBE Mission International. Because this belongs to Him, your questions matter deeply, and we take every one of them seriously.

So, who are we accountable to? As a growing ministry, we hold ourselves to four levels of accountability to ensure that your partnership is stewarded with the highest integrity and that the ministry stories we share reflect the truth of what God is doing.

1. We are accountable first and foremost to God. He has entrusted us with the holy calling of reaching the unreached people of Mindoro with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. We do not take this lightly. I firmly believe that God Himself has opened the doors that allow us to step into remote communities, to build relationships, and to train emerging pastors who will shepherd their own people. Each time we hike into the mountains or sit with a future church leader, we are deeply aware that we are stewarding something sacred—His mission, His people, His Gospel. Our greatest desire is to walk in humility and faithfulness, carrying out the work He has entrusted to us for His glory alone.

2. We are accountable to the Great Commission Foundation (GCF) in Abbotsford, BC. Because TRIBE is registered as a not-for-profit in Canada, we partner with GCF so that donations can be receipted properly and held to the highest standards. GCF provides strong oversight in three areas:

• ensuring we remain faithful to our mission and vision,

• ensuring donated funds are used effectively and appropriately for the Kingdom, and

• ensuring we meet all legal and CRA requirements for Canadian charities.

GCF reviews our funding proposals, oversees our financial systems, and requires proper documentation for all expenditures. We are genuinely grateful for the strong accountability they provide—it strengthens our ministry.

3. We are accountable to our independent Board of Directors. This team is made up of godly men and women who believe deeply in the mission of TRIBE. Some have walked the Mangyan trails and seen the ministry firsthand, while others bring professional skills that help us grow in effectiveness and stewardship. The Board sets the budget, provides oversight, holds me accountable as Executive Director, and continually calls us to dream big while staying rooted in our mission and vision.

4. And finally, we are accountable to you—our donors and partners in the Gospel. Every donation, no matter the amount, is received as a gift from God given through you. We are humbled by your trust. Your generosity helps us continue equipping indigenous pastors and expanding the reach of the Gospel among the Mangyan people. By asking good questions, by engaging with us, by caring about how funds are used—you help keep us accountable. And for that, we are truly thankful.

Friends of TRIBE, I hope this brings clarity and reassurance. Accountability and transparency are not just values we talk about—they are practices we pursue daily. We are committed to moving forward with integrity, humility, and a deep dependence on God as we labour together to advance His Kingdom.

Thank you for trusting us. Thank you for your partnership. And thank you for supporting the indigenous pastors among the Mangyan tribes who are faithfully reaching the unreached with the hope of Jesus Christ.

Marcel deRegt

Executive Director

TRIBE Mission International