Two years ago I joined the team at 200 Orphanages Worldwide. When I accepted the opportunity I knew that this would be a unique chance to do something meaningful. The first year was a time of growth and learning. Getting to know founder, Jan Hanson, from approximately 2,981 miles away and learning how to support her in the best way … Read More
Raising Awareness for Orphans – How You Can Help!
Written by Jan Hanson + Angela McDermott Raising Awareness for Orphans – How You Can Help! Let me tell you a story. A little girl in India lives in Ashirvad. She came down with Typhoid Fever and was very ill. Her caretakers feared the other kids might be exposed. Fortunately for them she was able to be quarantined during her … Read More
A Look Back at My First Year With 200 Orphanages Worldwide
On June 1st of 2018, I said YES to a dream job of joining the team at 200 Orphanages as the new Project Manager. As I have now passed my 1 year anniversary, I took some time to reflect on my top 5 favorite moments that have made this one of the most fulfilling years so far! 5) Getting to … Read More
Meet Angela McDermott, Project Manager!
I was only 14 years old the first time I traveled to a “third-world” country or more appropriately known as a “developing” country. I flew to Dominican Republic with a church youth group for a 2 week trip to help build the second level for a local orphanage. That trip changed my life forever. I had never worked so hard, … Read More