News
Read stories and updates from our work with the children of Nepal. To find our old newsletters from 2003 to 2018, visit the archive! Otherwise, click in the search bar below to locate blogs on a topics you’re interested in.
An Upcoming Visit from Our Partners
We are long awaiting our partners from BSF, Executive Director Leena Satyal and Board President Yogesh Satyal, who will be visiting us here in the United States from August 28th to September 12th, 2026. This will be their fifth trip to St. Louis since our partnership began. Between spending time with our child sponsors, going on hikes and bike rides, joining dinner parties, making momos, contributing to our 2026 Strategic Planning Meeting, and attending our 1st Annual Pickleball Tournament, their time will be packed full of events and activities!
The Mitrata Approach to Sponsorship
Becoming a Mitrata sponsor means directly supporting a Nepali child’s education, healthcare, and basic needs. Sponsors also build a personal bond through letters, photos, and updates. 100% of your sponsorship goes to the child, creating a lasting, meaningful impact.
A Time to Celebrate!
Last week our partners at BSF in Nepal celebrated preschoolers advancing to the next stage and students who passed their SEE (SLC) exams. We honor their courage, dedication, and bright futures as key milestones in their ongoing learning.
Spring 2026 Nepal Trip
Every year in the spring, Mitrata sends a member of the staff or board to Nepal. This year, Mitrata Board Vice-President, Danny Williger has been in Nepal visiting with the BSF team, the children at the Contact Centers, and the older students in school. The trip is an opportunity to monitor progress, exchange letters that allow the children and sponsors to stay connected, and take lots of pictures and videos to share with the sponsors back in the states.
Help Us Fund Our Contact Centers
Our annual STL trivia night is upon us! This week, the Mitrata staff, board, volunteers, and supporters will be gathering together in St. Louis on April 25th for a night of food, fun, fundraising, and of course trivia! If you’ve been waiting to purchase a table for the event, now is the time!
Seattle 2026 Wrap Up
Thank you for an incredible turn out at our 3rd annual trivia night in Seattle, Washington. With 20 tables at the event, our Seattle community raised over $27,000 to reach our fundraising goal! The funds raised at trivia will be going towards clean water, coats, comforters, and post-graduation support for both our Contact Centers.
Thanks again for supporting Mitrata-Nepal Foundation for Children!
Join us in Nepal in 2026
We are excited to invite you to join our Sponsor Trip to Nepal from November 7-24, 2026. You can expect to learn about and experience a new culture, meet the Mitrata children, and enjoy the sights of the beautiful country of Nepal! Fill out the form at the end of the blog for more information.
Travel to Nepal with us in 2025
We are excited to be hosting our Sponsor Trip to Nepal from October 31 - November 17, 2025. We invite you to join us on this trip to experience a different culture, meet the Mitrata children, and learn more about the beautiful country of Nepal! Fill out the form at the end of the blog for more information.
Jet Lag & Joy: Start to Our Nepal Adventure
Mitrata Executive Director Christine Schutz and Advisory Board member Stephanie Recht touched down in Kathmandu. The following day, Sponsorship Chair and Mitrata Board Vice President Danny Williger joined them. In their first few days, they have been quite busy!
Join us in Nepal in 2024
We are excited to invite you to join us for our Sponsor Trip to Nepal, November 1-17, 2024.