Missionary Supply Lines
Missionary Supply Lines was founded out of concern for the financial needs of a missionary friend in South America. In response, Herb Knight was inspired to establish a not-for-profit organization in Kingsburg to help meet those needs.
In 1946, a group of high school students came together to provide the $40 monthly support needed for that missionary. Soon after, another request arrived—this time for $175 per month to support missionaries in France—and the same group of students faithfully met that need as well.
Motivated by these experiences, Herb sought ways to raise additional funds to support more missionaries and mission organizations. This led to the formal establishment of Missionary Supply Lines (MSL), which has continued its mission to this day and eventually included support for Young Life in Kingsburg.
The original fundraising plan involved donors purchasing a heifer; when her calves were a year old, they would be sold, and the profits donated to missions through MSL. This creative approach provided a sustainable, ongoing source of financial support. However, when the beef market declined, MSL shifted its focus to real estate investments—though this proved to have a slower return.
Today, MSL continues to receive and distribute financial contributions in support of missions around the world. The organization also holds the title for the Young Life Gym and remains a committed supporter of Kingsburg Young Life.
