Survivor stories
MAST is aware of 67 cases of “bad endings” with MCC (as of June 2025; see regularly updated tally on our home page). The stories that people have shared with us point to the involvement of all levels of MCC leadership in bullying, covering up financial fraud, responding inappropriately to reports of sexual harassment and assault, and silencing whistleblowers.
MAST seeks to expose the truth about abusive behaviour so that harm against MCC staff and partners can end. Our ultimate goal is not to destroy MCC as an organization, but to pursue justice, truth, and healing within the broader community of Mennonites who support MCC. We long to see our communities become places where survivors’ stories are believed, harm is repaired, and offenders are held accountable.
On this page you can browse stories from individuals who have chosen to share their stories publicly. Many individuals who share their stories with us are not ready to take such a public step. We always respect their preferences and privacy. If you are wondering about sharing your story - anonymously, semi-anonymously, or publicly - see mccabusesurvivors.org/share.
Dedicated thrift store employee and longtime volunteer fired after false accusation of theft
One day, she was falsely accused of stealing a small amount of money. No one provided proof to support the allegation. A delegation came from the regional MCC office to fire her. She was given a non-disclosure agreement to sign and was offered a small amount of severance.
She was devastated and suffered a mental breakdown. She stopped attending church. It took at least a year for her to recover enough to return to society. At some point a friend told her the store had found that she was not guilty of stealing money. But no one ever apologized or offered to reinstate her in her position.