Great Commission Ministries International (GCMI) is a non-profit, non-government organization, which was founded in Nassau, Bahamas in 1987 in order to assist poor, needy and homeless persons. GCMI operates shelters for homeless persons, feeding centers, food banks, orphanages, and drug rehabilitation programs. The ministry has expanded to parts of Africa, Asia and the Caribbean. National offices have been established in Bangladesh, Kenya and India.

The Ministry is also committed to assisting disaster and fire relief victims and have already supported thousands of victims. We are focused on defending the rights of the poor around the world and providing resources for children, ex-convicts and substance abusers

Great Commission Ministries was founded by its president Rev. Walter S. Hanchell and is managed by a board of directors. The ministry has 32 full-time staff members and a good number of faithful volunteers who assist in the daily operation. Funding for this vital world-wide ministry is provided by donations, fundraising and grants. Presently, GCMI is in search of foundations, corporations and individuals to financially support this work. All donations are greatly appreciated and will be acknowledged.

The Board of directors of Great Commission Ministries International comprises the following;
 Rev. Walter S. Hanchell J.P., President
 Mrs. Emily Demeritte, Secretary
 Mr. Ian Jennings, Treasurer
 Mrs. Minalee A. Hanchell, Executive Director
 Mr. Hubert Wong,  Mr. Berkie Rolle,  Mr. Mervin Sweeting 
Bishop Roston Davis, Mr. Norman Rolle

Our Services includes the following;

• Shelters for homeless men, women and children

• Distribution of grocery and clothing to the needy

• Feeding centers with hot meals

• Save the children club, for abused and neglected boys and girls ages 5-19

• Orphanages and hostels  for street and fatherless children

• Drug rehabilitation for substance abusers

• After care program and crime reduction for ex-offenders 

• Assistance for fire and disaster victims

• Leadership Training