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.
Effects of the COVID-19 Pandemic in Nepal: Looking Long-Term
Health, education, and financial security are all in jeopardy in Nepal both now as well as throughout the pandemic and in the future. We reflect on how we will carry out and expand our programs in the future.
Save the Date for Trivia Night 2022!
Our 2022 Trivia Night will be hosted on Saturday, April 30! We look forward to seeing everyone there!
After 9 Years, the Extraordinary Pam Hughes Steps Down as Sponsorship Committee Chair
After serving as Sponsorship Committee Chair for many years, our amazing Board member Pam Hughes is stepping down from the Chair position. We reflect on her many years on the committee and how lucky we are to have her on Mitrata’s board. Thank you, Pam, for your many years of service and more to come!
Our Journey for 2022
Board President Jim Craig reflects on everything we have accomplished in 2021 and our main goals for 2022. Thank you for all of your support!
WE DID IT — Great News for 2022
We SURPASSED our fundraising goal! Find out how much we raised towards BSF’s SUV thanks to your support, and read more updates from Nepal.
Reflecting On This Past Year
Dr. Christine Schutz, Executive Director, reflects on the past year’s struggles with COVID, the economy, and schooling in Nepal, while reflecting on BSF and Mitrata’s successes, including securing a new building for the expansion of our programs!
Giving Thanks
This holiday season, we reflect on all that we are thankful and grateful for at Mitrata: the health of our children, our partner NGO in Nepal, and the hard work that has brought us closer to an end to the COVID-19 pandemic.
An Update From BSF's Director Leena Satyal
Leena Satyal, BSF’s Executive Director, gives a breakdown of BSF accomplishments, challenges, and roadblocks for all of our children throughout the pandemic.
How We Move Forward From 2021
Executive Director and Founder Dr. Christine Schutz discusses Mitrata’s annual strategic planning meeting and our goals for the coming years.