Frequently asked questions

Yes. One Life At A Time, Inc. is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit, so your contribution is tax-deductible in the U.S. to the extent allowed by law. You’ll receive a receipt for your records as soon as your gift is processed.

Your gift directly funds our two core programs: girls’ education (school supplies, books and sponsorships) and healthcare (our annual medical camps that serve thousands of villagers). We keep our focus on the field, where it changes lives.

Monthly sponsorships are tied to real outcomes — for example, $25/month can support a girl through high school, and $100/month can fund a professional degree.

Yes. Online gifts are handled by a reputable, PCI-compliant payment processor over an encrypted connection. Your payment information goes straight to the processor — we never see or store your card or bank details.

Never. We respect your privacy and do not sell, rent or trade donor information. We’ll only use your contact details to send a receipt and, if you opt in, occasional updates — and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Absolutely. Recurring monthly gifts are one of the most powerful ways to help, because they let us plan ahead for schools and camps. You can start, change or cancel a recurring gift whenever you like.

100% of your donation goes directly to our programs in India. We charge no administrative fees — our operating and administrative costs are fully covered by a dedicated corporate donor. That means every dollar you give funds girls’ education and healthcare on the ground, not overhead.

Yes. Tribute gifts are a meaningful way to celebrate a loved one or honor a memory. Just let us know the details and we’ll make sure your gift is recognized appropriately.

Many employers match charitable gifts, which can double your impact. Check with your HR team — and if they need any paperwork from us, just reach out and we’ll help.

Of course. You can mail a check payable to One Life At A Time, Inc. at 807 Kings Hwy E, Fairfield, CT 06825. For other ways to give, email donate@onelifeatime.org and we’ll be glad to help.

As a 501(c)(3), our IRS Form 990 is public, and we publish our nonprofit filings on the About page. You can also follow our latest milestones on the Stories page.