Many people may not understand the health benefits of helping others. The Cleveland Clinic asserts that from volunteering at a soup kitchen to committing to raise money for a specific charity – health benefits associated with giving can include:

Lower blood pressure.  | Increased self-esteem.  | Less depression.

Lower stress levels.  | Longer life.  | Greater happiness and satisfaction.

There is evidence that, during gift-giving behaviors, humans secrete “feel good” chemicals in our brains, such as serotonin (a mood-mediating chemical), dopamine (a feel-good chemical) and oxytocin (a compassion and bonding chemical).

Since 2011, MJALLEN MINISTRIES LLC has underwritten $172,150 in support/philanthropic services.

The Dollar Value of the Teaching/Tutoring Services

Fifty-five dollars per hour ($55.00) would be the rate charged if the teaching/tutoring was a paid service. The philanthropic services offered are now in the 15th academic year, and as of December 2024, have accumulative teaching/tutoring hours are 2,080.  The dollar value of the services for 2,080  hours times $55.00 equals $114,400.  It is the combined cost that parents would have paid if the services were at a cost. In June 2022, the philanthropy arm awarded its $10,000 academic scholarships. 

Tools, Technology and other Resources

As the philanthropy arm is now in the 13th academic school year (since 2011), the organization has underwritten over $42,750.00 in tools, technology, school footwear,

laptops, smart devices, printers, and hardware/software service plans, and other support services. Our philanthropic services has lead to dependency for underserved students. 

Check out the Independence video below and think about what it means to you.