From everywhere to everywhere, the General Board of Global Ministries connects the church in mission. It sends and supports over 300 short- and long-term missionaries, including young adults; collaborates and engages with volunteers; participates in evangelizing and church planting through mission initiatives; addresses diseases of poverty and global health; and responds to natural and civil disasters. Global Ministries also provides ways and guidance for United Methodists engage in mission in their communities through their local churches and support life-changing projects for which they have a passion.