Studies have shown that giving does something to the “feel good” part of your brain. MRI technology reveals that activity is increased in parts of the brain that respond to rewarding stimuli. Voluntary giving and being charitable actually makes you feel good, according to “Why Giving Feels Good – Your Read more…
September evokes memories of new shoes, a fresh haircut, and shopping trips to purchase long lists of school supplies. The sun sets on school break, and we begin gearing up for back to school. With the fall season there comes a return to routine. As summer memories fade, students once Read more…
OTA and Paul Devlin School are committed to providing quality education to orphaned and vulnerable children. In light of the difficult backgrounds and circumstances of many of these children there must also be a focus on restoring and rebuilding lives. Teachers and staff ensure that in addition to their studies, Read more…
Lots of exciting things are currently in the works, restructuring our Educational Sponsorship Program is at the top of the list. The children we serve are poor, vulnerable, and many have special needs and medical challenges. Some of the kids have experienced war and violence, some have lost one or both Read more…