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.

Anna Wertman 5/28/25 Anna Wertman 5/28/25

Enjoying Spring in Nepal

Every year, a few members of the Mitrata Board of Directors travel to Nepal in the spring. This year's trip attendees were Mitrata's Fundraising Committee Chair and Secretary, Jennifer Rashet; and Board Vice President and Sponsorship Committee Chair, Danny Williger. Keep reading for a glimpse into everything they were able to accomplish while there.

Alexis Mead 1/25/21 Alexis Mead 1/25/21

Sending Letters to Nepal

Your letters may look a little different this year, but communication, love, and support between sponsors and their sponsored child(ren) is more important now than ever. The best give sponsors can give their sponsored children right now are words of encouragement and support.

Morgan LeBaige 3/28/20 Morgan LeBaige 3/28/20

The COVID-19 Situation in Nepal

Jim Craig describes his experience in Nepal around the 2019 coronavirus disease and the extraordinary need in the country during this time.

Morgan LeBaige 3/17/20 Morgan LeBaige 3/17/20

Taking in Nepal's History and Saying Farewell

Jim and Rick recount their last day in Nepal visiting many World Heritage Sites.

Morgan LeBaige 3/14/20 Morgan LeBaige 3/14/20

The Importance of Mitrata's Contact Center

Rick and Jim share an impactful visit to the Contact Center and to the home of one family in Mitrata’s programs.

Morgan LeBaige 3/13/20 Morgan LeBaige 3/13/20

Spreading Joy

Rick and Jim spend a day with more of the Mitrata children, watching them open letters from their sponsors and feeling their joy. Jim also takes a fantastic motorcycle ride and experiences a great view!