We’re sad to report that on December 12, 2011, the orphanage suffered a devastating fire, which damaged several buildings. Fortunately no one was hurt during the fire, which blazed until late hours of the night/early morning.

Alison spent eight weeks in Peru, in July and August of 2011, working in a women’s shelter and an animal rehabilitation center, while also immersing herself in Peruvian culture.

We were delighted to welcome the group of Mongolian high school students and teachers to Boston this past month–they brought amazing energy and enthusiasm into our city, our office, and the homes of 14 lucky host families. Now they’re continuing the program in Washington D.C.–their smiles and flashing cameras will be missed! Lots more photos [...]

Meet Lilyanne, a fashion blogger from Vancouver with an edgy style and a passion for life. Here are some of the highlights as well as a few pictures from her 4 week long journey.

Our Grand Prize Winner is Andi Enns,who wrote a wonderful piece about her experience in Uganda and how it influenced her to raise money for a Ugandan village upon her return home.