February 13, 2024 As we enter the sacred season of Lent, marked by prayer, fasting, and almsgiving, students return to school in Honduras for the beginning of a new academic year. While we welcome them back over the next 6 weeks, we'd like to introduce you to some of the people involved in each of our programs! This will be a unique opportunity to deepen your spiritual connection and make a meaningful impact on the lives of primary and secondary students in Olancho, including those with … [Read more...]
Nazareth, A Project of Love
A History of Escuelita Nazareth Nazareth, a Project of Love The story of Nazareth begins with the arrival of a girl with Down syndrome at the Concepción de María School Center, her name was Tania Lemus. She sparked the interest of Licda. Blanca Rivera who believed children with disabilities should have the opportunity to receive educational services in Juticalpa. She began her efforts in 1994 and it took two years before she would find support for her efforts. A light of hope came through a … [Read more...]
Announcement: Father Richard Donahue Legacy Fund
Today, the Board of Directors of the Olancho Aid Foundation unanimously voted to create the “Father Richard Donahue Legacy Fund.” Donations received in Father Donahue’s name will be utilized to sustain current operations at Escuelita Nazareth and enhance programming that benefits individuals with disabilities and their families in Olancho Honduras. Contributions in memory of Father Donahue can be made here. Background Father Donahue founded Nazareth School in Juticalpa after recognizing … [Read more...]