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.
Funding the Future Through M4MK
Mitrata is raising $36,000 to send 38 students on a rare educational trip that will expand their horizons, build confidence, and provide hands-on learning beyond the classroom. This trip offers exposure to new environments, cultural experiences, and practical skills that can shape each student’s future.
We still need donations and more participants to reach our goal. Your contribution—big or small—directly funds travel, lodging, learning materials, and safe supervision for the students.
Join us in making this opportunity possible. Donate or sign up to participate and help 38 students take a life-changing step toward a brighter future.
Thinking Ahead to Mitrata’s Future
There are a few weekends each year that are filled to the brim with Mitrata events. September 5 - 7, 2025, was one of those weekends. The first two events centered around planning for the future of the organization. The third event was a celebration of the work that is currently being done to support Mitrata and the individuals involved in that effort.
Funding to Fill the Gap
This year, our goal is for the event Miles for Mitrata Kids to raise the necessary funds to support our 2025 Contact Center Graduates through their transition from the Contact Center to elementary school. These funds will cover the cost of their schooling, healthcare, living expenses, and educational and personal supplies.
A Busy, Fun-Filled Two Weeks
Leena Satyal, Executive Director, and Yogesh Satyal, Board President, of BSF our NGO partner in Nepal, visited St. Louis, MO for two weeks of meetings with sponsors, our annual strategic planning meeting, and some fun times with donors, board members and staff.
Are You Ready for Miles for Mitrata Kids 2024?
Mitrata-Nepal Foundation for Children has set out to raise $35,000 through the event Miles for Mitrata Kids. These funds will support the education of the 2024 Contact Center graduates until they are fully sponsored.
A Year to Remember
In the midst of the Holiday Season, and as we come to the end of 2023, we would like to spend a few moments reminiscing on the events of the year.
Why Miles for Mitrata Kids?
Outside of Contact Center sponsorships, Miles for Mitrata Kids fully funds the Contact Center! We have currently raised 69% our fundraising goal, but only have 56% of our goal participants. We would be unable to operate the Contact Center without our dedicated Contact Center sponsors, and the participants and donors of Miles for Mitrata Kids. Would you consider being a participant or donor?
Miles for Mitrata Kids 2023 Progress Update
We have officially completed the first month of Miles for Mitrata Kids (M4MK) 2023! This year, our goal is for at least 50 participants to raise $30,000 for our Contact Center. So far, we have reached nearly half our goal participants, and we are well on our way to raising our goal amount of funds!
Miles “FOUR” Mitrata Kids 2023
For the fourth year, one of our most popular events, Miles for Mitrata Kids (M4MK) is back for 2023. Once again, we invite you and your entire family to participate as an individual or a team and join us in supporting the health and well-being of children in Nepal. All proceeds will benefit the Contact Center, and everyone who participates will receive a FREE t-shirt!
Happy Holidays!
Dr. Christine Schutz, Executive Director, reflects on the past year’s events, including the 20th Anniversary Celebration, in-person Holiday Bazaar, and finally returning to Nepal! It was a year filled with many wonderful experiences, and it wouldn’t have been possible without YOU, our Mitrata friends.