Giving Back Worldwide

Magellan’s proudly supports these international volunteer organizations.

Direct Relief International

Direct Relief International provides medical assistance to improve the quality of life for people affected by poverty, disaster, and civil unrest at home and throughout the world. We work to strengthen the in-country health efforts of our partners by providing essential material resources – medicines, supplies and equipment.

Direct Relief was established in 1948 and is nonsectarian, nongovernmental, and apolitical. All the programs are provided in a non-discriminatory manner, without regard to political affiliation, religious belief, or ethnic identity. Read more...

SEE International

Since its early years, Magellan's has maintained close ties with another Santa Barbara-based organization, SEE International, a humanitarian nonprofit dedicated to restoring sight worldwide.

Founded in 1974, SEE International has screened more than 1 million individuals and restored sight to 330,000 patients. More than 600 eye surgeons from 75 countries belong to SEE International's global network of volunteers. Read more...