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.
Half of children in Nepal are malnourished -- why our work is so important!
A new UNICEF reports highlights the detrimental effects of malnutrition and reminds us why Mitrata’s holistic approach and protein-rich foods are so important for the development and success of our children and the empowerment of them and their families for generations to come.
Joining the BSF Monthly Staff Meeting
Christine has the honor of attending BSF’s October meeting and seeing how our staff in Nepal handle everyday problems with children, planning for programs and events, and other concerns. The BSF staff do so much to support our children; it really is amazing!
A Launching Point for Our Graduates
Christine gets a tour of our graduates’ lovely apartment and shares a beautiful meal with them as well as Yogesh, Leena, Brahmi, and Himal!
Wealth, Prosperity, and a New Brother, too!
Christine celebrates a memorable Laxmi Puja with BSF staff and the Mitrata kids! She gains a new brother, helps create an alter for Laxmi Puja, and even honors the BSF office dog, Kalu!
Our New Partnership with Namaste Nepal
Read about the Namaste Nepal organization at Truman State University in an article written by its president, Aastha Pokhrel. We are so excited to work with them in the future! Thank you, Namaste Nepal, for dedicating their 2019 fundraising profits to us; we are so grateful!
Happy Tihar Contact Center Celebration!!
Christine celebrates the Nepali holiday of Tihar at the Contact Center with lights, momos, and the wonderful BSF staff and Contact Center kids!
Help Us Plan for Our Future by Planning for Yours
Board President Nancy Williger tells her story of revising her will to include Mitrata and gives recommendations and advice to those interested in joining our Planned Giving Program and helping Mitrata plan for a sustainable future. For more information about planned giving, please contact Christine via email christine@mitrata.org or via phone (314) 580-9908 and check out our new planned giving page, www.mitrata.plannedgiving.org.
Shopping Til We Drop!
Christine recounts her first day of shopping in Nepal — as she and Leena shop ‘til they drop getting all sorts of goodies for our two day Holiday Bazaar on December 7th and 8th!
We Are Family
Numerous organizations provide financial support to those in need, but what is unique about Mitrata Nepal Foundation for Children is that it also promotes relationship. The importance of these relationships was evident at the recent new sponsor dinner held at the Himalayan Hut restaurant last Sunday night in St. Louis where we enjoyed samosas, momos, good conversation, and laughter.
Wishing Christine a wonderful time in Nepal!
Christine is on her way to Nepal! Follow our blog for updates and daily blogs from Christine and our 2019 trip participants starting in November!