1. Why did the Boston Elders decide to establish a new foundation?
Tom Beam wanted his gift to be used for effective mission's efforts anywhere in the world.  He also wanted his gift to be overseen by the Boston eldership.  The elders felt that a new organization with this specific purpose would best accomplish what Tom Beam desired.

 2. How is the BMF different from the International Mission Society (IMS) which serves New England and Europe?
The BMF is different in scope, focus, resources and strategy.

• Scope
  The BMF will target mission's projects anywhere in the world that make a high impact.  The IMS supports mission's efforts in New England and a part of Europe.
• Focus
  The BMF will provide funds for specific multi-year projects. 
  The IMS focuses on strengthening the existing churches.
• Resources
  The BMF provides financial support only.
  The IMS provides financial support, identifies and leverages New England pastoral resources to be used in New England and Europe, and works to help connect the European and New England churches in their mission.
• Strategy
  The BMF supports mission through grant making.
  The IMS evangelizes through direct involvement.

3. Is there any overlap between BMF and IMS
The BMF leadership will work hard to establish fair and equal treatment of all requests that comply with the grant seeking guidelines.  It is possible for missions organizations like the IMS to apply for BMF grants. IMS proposals will receive no special consideration vs. proposals from outside the Boston area.

4. What is the process for requesting BMF funds?
In the coming months a grant making system will be developed and  published to describe the types of projects that will be funded, as well as the grant request procedure.

5. When will the funds be available?
The goal is to put the grant making system in place by the end of the year so that funding of target projects can begin in early 2007.

6. Where can I find more information about the Beam Missions Foundation?
The BMF will soon have its own website which will be made available publicly.