FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
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WHAT DOES M.E.M.O. STAND FOR? WHEN WERE WE FOUNDED?
M.E.M.O. stands for Medical, Educational Missions and Outreach! M.E.M.O. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, student-run, humanitarian organization founded in 2007.
WHAT DO WE DO?
MEMO’s mission is to serve the underprivileged in their medical and educational needs, within the community and in Vietnam. We do this through volunteering, fundraising on Ring Road, gathering donations, and so much more! Explore this website and follow our Instagram for more information!
DO I NEED TO BE ABLE TO SPEAK/READ/WRITE VIETNAMESE IN ORDER TO JOIN? DO I HAVE TO ATTEND UCI OR BE A PRE-MED/PRE-HEALTH STUDENT?
I WANT TO JOIN! HOW CAN I GET INVOLVED?
Attend our general meetings on Thursdays from 6:30-7:30 PM. Follow our Instagram where we frequently post information about and sign-ups for our social and volunteer events! Additionally, you can receive our weekly updates by messaging our Instagram about your interest :) You can also sign up for events through our weekly emails!
IS ATTENDANCE AT EVERY MEETING REQUIRED? HOW DO I STAY UPDATED IF I HAVE A SCHEDULE CONFLICT?
Nope, you do not have to attend all of our general meetings! To stay updated with the club’s social and volunteer events, follow our Instagram and message our Instagram so that you can receive our weekly email updates!
IS THERE A MEMBERSHIP FEE? IF SO, HOW MUCH IS IT?
To be an official MEMOber, you can fill out the membership form linked on our Carrd and pay a fee of $30 (that lasts for an entire year). Paid members will be given priority for in-person events such as high-demand service events, health fair volunteer opportunities, and more. As a non-profit organization, all of the membership fees will go towards our mission programs to help those in need, both locally and abroad.
WHAT IS THE MISSION TRIP? WHEN IS IT?
Every summer, a select group of individuals from each MEMO chapter travel to Vietnam for a mission trip in which they serve those living in impoverished communities. As MEMO volunteers, they can shadow/assist doctors, visit orphanages, and help at free health clinics as they strive to bring about hope for both children and adults. If selected, you will be able to witness MEMO’s efforts come into fruition!
HOW DO I APPLY FOR THE MISSION TRIP? WHAT IS THE ENTIRE PROCESS LIKE?
Be involved! We look for dedicated and active MEMO members who are passionate about our mission. Some ways you can do this are by attending our general meetings, socials, fundraisers, and volunteer events! We highly consider a member’s contribution and participation in our organization throughout the entire school year when selecting individuals for the mission trip. Potential mission trip goers must fill out an application, attend an interview, and if selected, attend and participate in workshops and training. Only active, committed, and dedicated members will be considered.
GOT MORE QUESTIONS?
No problem! Message our our Instagram or contact us through this website and we will respond as soon as possible! :)