OTA and Star 100.7 at the Three Rivers Regatta!  Those of you in the Pittsburgh area know how great our Regatta is and this year is going to be the best!  Join OTA and the Star 100.7 team on the Roberto Clemente Bridge where we will be collecting thank you cards for the troops as we celebrate our independence on Saturday, July 4th!

Join OTA at this year's Kumite Classic! As physical fitness plays a key role in our soldier's ability to effectively carry out missions, OTA is proud to be part of this event, August 21 -23 at the Pittsburgh Hilton Hotel.  Tthe annual Kumite Classic brings national awareness to many health related concerns and issues including the growing problem of childhood obesity!  The events emphasize the importance of regular physical activity and healthy choices among both children and adults.  Click here for more information on this great event!

OTA Celebrates 5 Years of Supporting the Troops! Since July of 2004, OTA has provided wishlist items to over 52,000 deployed troop members.  Thank you to the entire volunteer staff, our Board of Directors, sponsors, partners and friends; without whom none of this would be possible.  You truly are "Committed to Our Courageous".

Economic Concerns.  OTA and other troop support non-profits are experiencing challenges during these difficult economic times.  Our deployed troops are experiencing financial difficulty at this time as well and OTA is committed to providing them with the items they need and so richly deserve.  Please keep OTA in mind as you evaluate your charitable contributions.  Now, more than ever, OTA and our brave heroes need your support!

Moving to Help Our Troops! Real Estate agent, Daniel Garfold is donating 25% of his commission to any OTA supporter who purchases or sells a home through him.  Now your move can help support our troops!  Click here for more information on this special program!


56 Stryker Brigade Deploys to Iraq.  This historic brigade is manned entirely by Pennsylvania National Guardsmen.  In January they deployed to Iraq in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom.  Many friends and volunteers of OTA are part of this deployment, including OTA Board Member Sgt. Mike Fisher.  OTA wishes our brave heroes a successful mission and pray for their safe return.