Christian Care

What Christian Care does

Christian Care Ministry, Inc. (CCM) is a Florida-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 1993 that administers Medi-Share, one of the largest healthcare sharing ministries in the United States. The organization serves nearly 400,000 members across all 50 states who voluntarily share each other's medical expenses through monthly contributions, with annual household amount options ranging from $3,000 to $12,000 under Medi-Share Complete and a separate Medi-Share 65+ program for Medicare-eligible seniors starting at $99+ per month. CCM is structured as a platform-plus-modules offering: a core sharing product backed by a member portal, mobile app, 24/7 telehealth, telebehavioral health, a new provider portal operated through Availity (EDI Payer ID 59355), and price transparency tools integrated with Healthcare Bluebook, alongside adjunct programs such as the Health Partnership Coaching Program for Weight Loss, Project K.E.E.P. (a prayer initiative reaching 3,400+ elected officials), and the Pastors' Alliance (4,500+ pastors and missionaries enrolled).

The business model is direct-to-consumer and community-led: members pay recurring monthly sharing contributions plus administrative fees, with pricing calculated based on individual and household circumstances. Distribution combines self-serve website enrollment (apply.medishare.com), a $100 referral program, and faith-based community channels including church partnerships, conference presence (NRB, Outcomes, Southern Baptist Convention, Momentum), and podcast/media outreach. CCM's regulatory posture is a healthcare sharing ministry exempt from the ACA individual mandate under 26 U.S.C. §5000A(d)(2)(B) and not regulated as insurance, with state-level disclosure regimes in KY, MD, PA, and WI. The organization employs approximately 720 people across Melbourne, FL and Colorado Springs, CO, and has cumulatively shared $9.45B+ in medical bills since inception, processing roughly 1.5 million bills annually with a 98% member satisfaction rate and an A+ BBB rating.

Recent strategic activity centers on operational transformation and product extension under a new CEO: Abel Pomar was appointed CEO effective May 12, 2025 following Brandon Harvath's tenure, supported by a new CMO (Dr. Ian Day, July 2024), a new CAO (Shawn Curtis, April 2026), and product launches including the Health Partnership Coaching Program (January 2024) and the Availity provider portal. The organization remains privately held with no parent company, no subsidiaries, no disclosed venture or institutional ownership, and no M&A activity on record, governed by a Board of Directors.

Name

Christian Care

Legal name

Christian Care Ministry, Inc.

Website

https://mychristiancare.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1993

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Christian Care Ministry administers Medi-Share, a 501(c)(3) healthcare sharing ministry serving nearly 400,000 Christian members across all 50 states. Founded in 1993, members voluntarily share each other's medical expenses through monthly contributions and faith-based community prayer support.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Healthcare Sharing Ministry

NAICS

Voluntary Health Organizations (813212), Religious Organizations (8131), Social Assistance (624)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Hospital & Medical Service Plans (6324)

akta.pro primary industry

Faith-Based Healthcare Ministries (Hospitals, Clinics, Medical Missions) (BPAGAJAH)

akta.pro secondary industry

Faith-Based Social Services & Community Outreach (Food Pantries, Shelters, Counseling) (BPAGAJAG)

Keywords

• Healthcare sharing ministry
• Medical bill sharing
• Faith-based healthcare
• Medicare supplement sharing
• Healthcare cost community

Headquarters

HQ city

Melbourne

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Monthly Sharing Contributions: Members pay monthly sharing contributions based on chosen program and household amount. Medi-Share 65+ starts at $99+ per month. Medi-Share Complete offers annual household amount options of $3k, $6k, $9k, or $12k.
2. Administrative Fees: Administrative fees are collected alongside monthly share amounts for program operation and management.
3. Provider Network Access: Members access 1M+ provider network with negotiated discounts applied to medical bills before sharing.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels12 records

Core offering

Christian Care Ministry administers Medi-Share, a faith-based healthcare sharing ministry in which members voluntarily contribute monthly amounts that are then shared to pay other members' eligible medical bills. Members also gain access to a 1M+ provider network, 24/7 telehealth/telebehavioral health, Healthcare Bluebook price transparency, and an Availity-powered Provider Portal, with supplemental programs for seniors on Medicare (Medi-Share 65+) and weight-loss coaching.

Product overview

Christian Care Ministry operates Medi-Share, a Christian health care sharing ministry organized as a platform-plus-modules architecture. The core product is Medi-Share, with two main program variants: Medi-Share Complete (comprehensive sharing for individuals and families) and Medi-Share 65+ (supplemental sharing for Medicare seniors). The platform includes provider-facing tools via Availity, member-facing telehealth and telebehavioral health services, and wellness programs such as the Health Partnership Coaching Program for Weight Loss. Community programs include Project K.E.E.P. prayer initiative and the Pastors' Alliance. Members share eligible medical expenses voluntarily based on member-voted guidelines, with annual household amounts ranging from $3,000 to $12,000.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Medi-Share Complete: Comprehensive alternative to health insurance with annual household amount options ranging from $3,000 to $12,000.
• Medi-Share 65+
• Project K.E.E.P.

Products and services

• Medi-Share A Christian healthcare sharing ministry where members voluntarily share each other's medical expenses in accordance with member-voted guidelines, serving nearly 400,000 members across all 50 states as a faith-based alternative to traditional health insurance.
• Medi-Share Complete
• Medi-Share 65+
• Medi-Share Provider Portal (via Availity)
• Health Partnership Coaching Program for Weight Loss A Christ-centered weight loss coaching program with certified health coaches offering personalized wellness support covering spiritual foundation, nutrition, exercise, sleep, and stress management.
• Pastors' Alliance

Quantifiable outcome

• $9.45 billion+ total discounted and shared as of September 2025
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Pray.comminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 25 July 2023Medi-Share sponsors NASCAR prayers channel on Pray.com to engage NASCAR fans and drivers in prayer. Joint marketing partnership for faith-based community engagement.
• Project K.E.E.P. (Keeping Elected Officials Encouraged through Prayer)minorOthers · 11 September 2021Prayer initiative launched September 11, 2021 in recognition of 20th anniversary of 9/11. Reaches 3,400+ elected officials from all 50 states. Monthly newsletter with prayer names and suggestions.
• AvailitycoreTechnology or IntegrationNEW provider portal launched through Availity to enhance provider experience. Allows providers to validate member eligibility, submit bills, access remittance viewer, and view EOS/EOP content. EDI Payer ID 59355.
• Walk on Water MinistriesminorOthersLocal nonprofit providing equine-assisted therapy to individuals with autism. CCM volunteers helped with ranch improvements during Day of Sharing event. Serves families with special needs.
• Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational outreach partnership connecting through FCA's work with youth through sporting activities. FCA Brevard partnership exemplifies shared connection of faith and wellness supporting the Great Commission.
• Pastors' AlliancecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFree program providing pastors with resources to help them serve the church. Includes mental health support, Thrive & Cultivate summit, and 4,500+ pastors and missionaries enrolled.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Direct peers

• Samaritan Ministries International: Largest direct competitor to Medi-Share as a faith-based Christian healthcare sharing ministry, sending monthly shares directly between members for medical bills, with a similar biblical-eligibility model and multi-decade operating history.
• Christian Healthcare Ministries: Faith-based healthcare sharing ministry offering Gold, Silver, and Bronze programs that closely mirror Medi-Share's monthly share structure and Christian eligibility requirements, competing for the same member persona.
• Liberty HealthShare: Christian healthcare sharing alternative offering individual, family, and senior programs with provider networks, competing head-to-head with Medi-Share's Complete and 65+ products on price and provider access.
• Altrua HealthShare: Faith-based healthcare sharing ministry with member-to-member bill sharing, value-based provider network (Mecuris), and faith requirements closely aligned with Medi-Share's ministry model.
• Solidarity HealthShare: Catholic-rooted healthcare sharing ministry offering individual, couple, and family programs with monthly share contributions, competing for faith-oriented consumers seeking alternatives to traditional insurance.
• Zion HealthShare: Christian healthcare sharing community offering Direct, Essential, and Catastrophic programs with provider network (First Health) and telemedicine, comparable in structure to Medi-Share Complete and ancillary services.

Emerging players

• Sedera Health: Medical cost-sharing community (not strictly faith-restricted) that pioneered the modern HCSM experience and frequently partners with employers and healthshare concierges, competing for the same cost-conscious consumer base as Medi-Share.
• CrowdHealth: Tech-enabled crowdfunding model for medical bills with no faith requirements, representing the next-generation non-insurance alternative targeting younger, value-driven consumers overlapping with Medi-Share's persona.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/MyChristianCare
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UChnw1p1Kx-XGlxkHMDaN7oA
• Facebookfacebook.com/MyChristianCare
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/christian-care-ministry
• Instagraminstagram.com/medi_share
• Pinterestpinterest.com/mychristiancare

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about Christian Care