Advancing Global Health and Sustainability
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Join the MedSurplus Alliance (MSA)
and strengthen your impact in global health.
MSA offers a tiered membership program designed to support organizations at every stage of their medical surplus recovery journey.
Whether you're just getting started or have a fully accredited compliance program, our membership levels provide the recognition, resources, and collaboration opportunities you need to grow your impact.
Explore the tiers below to find the right fit for your organization.
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Tier Full Descriptions
Collaborating Member
The Member level represents the entry point into MSA’s Membership Program. It is designed for organizations beginning their commitment to ethical practices in medical surplus recovery and working to establish a foundation for future compliance with MSA standards.
Key Features:
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Commitment: Public commitment to MSA’s Code of Conduct.
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Support: Access to foundational resources to help build or strengthen compliance programs.
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Visibility: Listed as an MSA Participant on the website.
Eligibility Notes:
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MSROs at the Member level are not yet eligible to receive donations through MSA Donor Sponsored Initiatives but may still support donation efforts in other ways.
Verified Member
The Verified Member level acknowledges MSROs that have demonstrated foundational compliance with MSA standards. It is ideal for organizations—especially smaller or under-resourced ones—that are actively preparing for full accreditation.
Key Features:
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Recognition: Awarded an MSA “Verified” badge indicating foundational adherence to ethical and quality standards.
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Eligibility: May receive non-clinical donations (e.g., for training, veterinary, or educational use).
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Support: Opportunities for learning, networking, and collaboration with peer organizations.
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This level serves as a preparatory step for full accreditation and expands engagement opportunities.
Accredited Member
The Accredited Member level represents full compliance with MSA’s Code of Conduct and donation standards. These organizations have undergone a comprehensive review and are recognized as leaders in ethical, high-quality medical surplus recovery.
Key Features:
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Gold Standard: Accreditation covers all product types, including consumables, equipment, devices, and pharmaceuticals.
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Review Process: Includes a full self-assessment, Standards and Accreditation Committee review, and a site visit (with applicable fees).
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Visibility & Trust: Eligible for all donation types, highlighted on the MSA website, and eligible for collaborative grant opportunities.
Eligibility Notes:
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This level is designed for MSROs with robust, well-established compliance programs and minimal corrective actions.