Hard Travel, No Problem
“We have lives and souls to save.”
Travel was long and hard when the Scudder medical missionaries spread out across southeast India to found the four institutions that our foundation still helps support today. The founding dates range from 125 to 189 years ago.
Here’s a brief profile of each institution.
Vellore: Christian Medical Center and Hospital. Founded: 1900 by Dr. Ida Sophia Scudder to train Indian women as nurses and doctors. This world-renowned facility serves two million patients a year.
Ranipet: Scudder Memorial Hospital. A smaller facility known for its medical excellence and free or low-cost services to local residents. Founded in 1866 in an abandoned British cavalry barracks by Pioneer Dr. John’s son, Dr. Silas Scudder.
Arni: Arni Secondary School. This institution was founded by Pioneer John’s son, Rev. Ezekiel Scudder and his wife, Sara Tracy Scudder, in 1876. It now serves 200 students.
Tindlvanam: Walter Scudder School. Founded by Pioneer John’s great-grandson, Walter, in 1922. Grades six through 12 are offered.
