The Mission of INCOR
International Christian Outreach and Relief Group, founded in 1986, is dedicated to providing an efficient vehicle through which caring people can help the poor in the developing world as well as in our own country. With special emphasis on children, we minister to people's physical needs through the bridge building of disaster relief, free education, medical, food and livelihood programs, and to their spiritual needs by spreading the news of salvation through Jesus Christ.
As an all-volunteer organization, 100% of all contributions go directly to meet needs. All overhead, administrative, travel and other expenses are covered by an inter-denominational board of professional and business people. Each projects is chosen with the specific intent of glorifying God and expressing the Gospel of Jesus Christ, as well as providing humanitarian benefits. All projects are carefully monitored to ensure integrity and stewardship. When possible, INCOR board members visit partner ministries to observe, encourage, and assist with the work they do.
INCOR Board of Directors
The directors meet regularly to discuss the vision and work of INCOR, hear and discuss reports from those agencies supported by INCOR, and oversee the distribution of INCOR funds. Many of our directors personally travel to the actual local agencies funded through INCOR to ensure proper stewardship of funds and to encourage those we partner with in their valuable work. All administrative, travel and personal costs are paid by the board members, who accept no honorarium or remuneration. INCOR has no paid personnel. If you wish to volunteer alongside us to assist in this vital work, please email us using the “contact us” page.
Don Peterson, President
Don is a retired firefighter and officer from the Seattle Fire Department. Over the years he has been heavily involved in traveling all over the world supporting indigenous pastors, missions, and missionaries, primarily with construction related projects such as churches, schools and homes.
Wayne Radford, M.Div, Vice-President
Wayne has taught Bible classes overseas and for many years at Shoreline Community Church. He has worked with a number of INCOR supported missionaries in India. He works as an electrical inspector for the City of Seattle.
Joyce Hays, Secretary
Joyce is an active member at Shoreline Community Church. After retiring as a church administrative assistant, Joyce joined the INCOR team and accepted the position of secretary. She has been involved with mission work in Mexico and Panama, and served on her church's Mission Team.
Steve Radford, Treasurer
Steve joined the INCOR board in 2022 and began serving as treasurer in 2025. He has visited INCOR ministry sites in Eastern Europe and Asia.
Glen Eggebraaten
Glen is a member of Shoreline Community Church where he serves on their mission board and as their short term missions trip coordinator. Glen has done mission work in Asia, Europe and Central America.
Patrick Gorman, MS, MA
Patrick is an elder at King of Kings Lutheran church in Renton, WA. He joined the INCOR board in 2023. He has visited INCOR sites in Ethiopia, the Philippines, Thailand, and Vietnam. Pat is a retired engineer and scientist.
Rev. Rob Jansons, D. Min.
Pastor Rob is the pastor of Mill Creek Community Church in Mill Creek, WA. He has been involved in INCOR supported ministries in India, Thailand, and Vietnam since 2001. Pastor Rob visits INCOR sites in Asia annually, often bringing with him mission teams to work with indigenous missionaries.
Brian Moore
Brian has been to INCOR ministry sites in India, Thailand, and Vietnam. He joined the INCOR board in 2022. He was married to Cristina in 2023 and has two daughters and a son.
Elizabeth Peterson
Elizabeth has been involved with INCOR since 1988 and served as treasurer for several decades. She has visited projects in the Philippines, China, Cambodia, Nicaragua, Honduras, Thailand, Nepal, and India.
Mary Schaefer Strouss
Mary is the widow of Charles Strouss, INCOR founder. She is a retired music and English teacher who has visited INCOR representatives and projects in India, Thailand, and the Philippines. In the past she spent 15 years traveling to Ukraine and Siberia representing a Slavic mission.
Valerie Warren
Valerie is the owner and operator of Sky Vale Farm in Monroe, WA. She joined the INCOR board in 2022. She and her husband spent four years living in China during which time they traveled throughout southeast Asia. Valerie regularly visits INCOR sites in Thailand and India.