Does BLESS USA file a 990?
Top • How and is money sent to Egypt? Funds are transmitted to Egypt through a secured bank account on a regular basis. Top • Do any of the funds sent go to the building of churches in Egypt? No. All of the funds BLESS USA sends to Egypt are used exclusively for distribution to people who are in need Top • How does a person in Egypt become eligible for assistance from BLESS? A person who is in need first seeks aid from the priest in his/her church. If their parish is unable to meet all of their needs, then that person, along with the priest, will seek help from the bishop of their diocese. In the event that their need exceeds what the diocese is able to provide, the bishopric will supply them with a letter stating their circumstances, which the indvidual along with the priest, take to BLESS for assessment and processing. Top • How does BLESS assess the need of individuals qualifying for assistance? The BLESS team in Egypt, led by His Grace Bishop Youannes, keeps comprehensive track of
