No worthy couple should stay home because they can’t afford to serve.
The Senior Missionary Foundation helps senior couples and individuals who feel called to serve a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints — but for whom the monthly cost stands in the way.
What We Do
Financial support, honest guidance, and encouragement
We provide direct monthly grants, free consultations on mission types and timing, preparation resources from real senior missionaries, and family connection support — so more seasoned members can answer the prophet’s call.
The Need Is Real
Senior missionaries are needed — and the cost is steep
$1,400–$5,200
Typical monthly cost a senior couple pays out of pocket to serve a full-time mission
450 Missions
Worldwide — and mission presidents consistently ask for more senior couples than are available
"Many More"
Senior missionaries are needed than are now serving — Elder Ronald A. Rasband, Oct. 2023
“Our message to all of our mature couples is simple: we dearly need you.”
Elder Jeffrey R. Holland · Quorum of the Twelve Apostles
For Donors
Send a couple the world needs
Your gift covers the monthly living costs of a couple who is willing to serve but unable to afford it alone. Give once, give monthly, or sponsor an entire mission.
Sponsor a Missionary →For Future Missionaries
Thinking about serving?
Missions now fit real life: 6, 12, 18, or 23 months, from home or across the world, at a senior-friendly pace. Schedule a free consultation to find your fit.
Apply for Support →Questions?
We’ve got answers
Visit our FAQ for common questions about eligibility, the application process, and how your donations are used.
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