Earnings will go to the church. Other agencies have been supportive. The local Mennonite Central Committee office contributed to BUPA's conference and has helped arrange contacts. A fraternal relationship exists with MEDA, though BUPA is completely autonomous. Changuru has attended the last three North American MEDA conventions, and was given early organizational help by MEDA staff.
Civic leaders recognize the movement's potential.
They have given BUPA land for when the time comes to build a head office. The mayor of Arusha is an honorary patron of the local branch. All help is welcome, for the scope of need is endless. Can't afford check-ups Dr. Michael Wanjara, a gynecologist and founding member of BUPA, sees daily the link between poverty and his area of work. Then there are gender issues, like excessive childbearing.