You can make a donation online safely and securely using Stripe on our website, or via PayPal, Zelle and Venmo. We also gratefully accept checks by mail, corporate matching gifts through your employer, and contributions during our annual gala.

SAMC started offering services in the spare rooms of the adjacent school, and we value the role education can play in the overall empowerment of young women and children. With this fundamental value, we offer nursing school scholarships to women and pride ourselves on offering basic healthcare education during every visit. To learn more on our education programs, visit - https://www.samcbangladesh.org/project_nursing_school_and_scholarship

For conditions beyond the scope of our primary care clinic, patients are referred to the nearest hospital roughly 10 miles away for advanced diagnostics and specialized care.

Our patients are charged a nominal fee of 10 BDT (approximately US$0.08 as of October 27, 2026). This charge covers their visit to the doctor in its entirety, including any medicine prescribed by the doctor. For any additional services like ultrasonogram or lab-testing, we offer reduced fees as well.

Of course! Every donor will receive a thank you letter which has full information to be used as a tax receipt.

SAMC operates on a walk-in basis. We do not take appointments.

We have one female doctor, one male eye doctor, two female medical assistants, one female receptionist, one female clinic hygenist, one female caretaker, one female manager and one male lab technician.

Our clinic is open 6 days a week. For emergencies or care outside operating hours, patients must travel approximately 10 miles to the nearest regional hospital.

We partner with Stripe, an industry-leading, PCI-compliant payment processor, to ensure all transactions are encrypted and processed safely. SAMC does not store, retain, or have access to your credit card or sensitive banking details on our servers.

We partner closely with local schools and community educators in Chondipur and neighboring villages to identify motivated young women who aspire to enter the nursing profession. Candidates complete a formal application detailing their academic background, career goals, and personal dedication to community healthcare. Selection is based on both financial need and academic promise. Finalists and their families are interviewed to ensure they have the encouragement and foundation needed to succeed throughout their nursing education

SAMC sees a variety of health concerns, including but not limited to: pregnancy related issues, respiratory problems, abdominal/digestive issues, skin issues, acute fever, and issues related to high blood pressure.

Donations directly fund our on-the-ground healthcare operations in Bangladesh, including medical and support staff salaries, medicines, clinic supplies, clinic expansion projects and our core initiatives in women’s empowerment and scholarships. To ensure effective governance, fundraising, and daily operations, SAMC maintains a lean US team consisting of a salaried Executive Director and Chief of Staff. Our Board of Directors serves on an entirely voluntary basis and receives zero compensation. We keep administrative overhead as low as possible so the vast majority of every dollar goes directly to patient care and community programs

With the steady growth of our clinic operations, SAMC now serves approximately 1,500 patients per month, representing continuous growth in patient visits and expanded access to vital healthcare services for local women and families

While SAMC is based in the village of Chondipur (home to roughly 8,000 residents), our doors are open to everyone in need. In total, we serve an estimated catchment population of 200,000 people across dozens of neighboring villages spanning a 50-square-mile area. Because Bangladesh is one of the most densely populated nations in the world, home to more than half the population of the United States in a land area roughly the size of Iowa (or about half the size of Oregon), our clinic serves as an essential healthcare lifeline for a remarkably high concentration of families.

Yes. Suraiya Ataur Medical Clinic (SAMC) is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization under our partner/parent entity, ICS (Federal Tax ID / EIN: 23-7059922). All charitable contributions are fully tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Donors will automatically receive a receipt and tax acknowledgment letter via email following their donation.

Yes. When donating online via our website, simply select the 'Monthly' recurring giving option at checkout. If you ever need to update your payment details, change your giving amount, or cancel your recurring contribution, you can do so through the link in your email receipts or by emailing us directly at samcbangladesh@gmail.com

We welcome passionate volunteers to join our mission! Our US-based team and committees support fundraising, marketing, event coordination, digital media, and donor outreach. Whether you are interested in joining an event planning committee, offering pro bono professional skills, or interning with us, please reach out via our Contact Us page or email samcbangladesh@gmail.com with your background and interests

Our clinic is located in the rural village of Chondipur in Bangladesh, serving patients from Chondipur and dozens of surrounding communities across a 50-square-mile area. The clinic operates on a walk-in basis 6 days a week. Due to strict clinical safety protocols, patient privacy, and remote logistics, visitor access to the clinic is coordinated by advance arrangement only. If you are planning travel to Bangladesh and would like to arrange a site visit, please contact our leadership team in advance.

SAMC is governed by an independent, voluntary Board of Directors that provides strategic oversight, financial accountability, and governance without receiving any salary or compensation. Daily organizational operations and fundraising are led by our US executive leadership (Executive Director and Chief of Staff), while all medical, clinical, and community healthcare services in Chondipur are directed and delivered by our dedicated on-the-ground healthcare team in Bangladesh. Meet our leadership on our Our Team page.

Yes. While unrestricted gifts provide vital flexibility where funding is needed most, you can designate your contribution to a specific initiative—such as our General Clinic Healthcare Services, the Nursing School Scholarship Fund, or our Women's Empowerment Programs. When giving online, specify your preferred program in the donation note or designation field, or write your preferred project in the memo line of your check