America is considered rich by most standards and especially in some of the poorer countries, all Americans are considered wealthy. When we give money to support a project in a poor country many think “Why not more?” On the other hand, when we go to that country to support a project they are impressed that we cared enough to leave our wealth and comfort to come and work in the midst of their poverty. Ironically, that is one of the reasons many don’t go on short term mission trips.