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.
Trivia Night was a Success!
Trivia Night 2022 was a success! Over $17,000 was donated for our Contact Center and COVID-19 relief supplies. Not to mention, it was a blast! We can’t wait for next year’s Trivia Night!
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.
Keeping Our Children Safe as COVID-19 Cases Soar in Nepal
Dr. Christine Schutz and Leena Satyal discuss the exponential increase in COVID cases and deaths in Nepal and give an update on our children and BSF staff.
How We Keep Busy During COVID
Between social distancing and winter weather, dealing with COVID restrictions can be a real challenge. Our staff, sponsors, and board wrote in to tell us how they are dealing with COVID-19 and social distancing, including new hobbies and fun! Write in to tell us how you are dealing, send us an email, or comment below!
Struggles For Nepali Families and Kids
BSF Board Chairman, Yogesh Satyal, describes the struggles facing our families in Nepal, especially as more and more children return to in-person classes.
Our Children Return to Kathmandu!
Our first few children return to Kathmandu from their villages to take their exams. BSF has been working tirelessly to distribute supplies for winter as well and keep our children safe and healthy.
Giving the gift of good health during reinforced lockdowns
Nepal reinstated a strict, police-enforced lockdown last week. Meanwhile, we are still 26 health checkups short of our goal! Help keep Mitrata kids safe and healthy this year by giving towards this fund.
Keeping our Mitrata kids safe and healthy
Susmita, a program coordinator with BSF, describes the difficulties for our children provided by the COVID-19 pandemic. During this time, BSF’s housing has been providing a safe haven for children without another home to return to, including our older and graduated children who are waiting to start their careers. Living together has provided an opportunity for these Mitrata kids to practice healthy routines and learn household skills with BSF’s guidance.
Nepal COVID-19 Update: Hundreds of New Cases Every Day
The situation in Nepal is desperate as the country tops 7,000 confirmed cases and as citizens are out of work, unable to return home, and unable to buy food. Dr. Christine Schutz gives an update on BSF staff and Mitrata’s children.
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