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.
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.
The Volunteers Make the Difference
Our volunteers are simply individuals in the Mitrata family who have asked, “Is there something else I can do to further Mitrata’s mission?” They quickly learned, the answer to that question is always an enthusiastic YES!
Follow Our Team in Nepal!
Our fall Sponsor Trip to Nepal begins on Friday, September 28, 2023! This year, our team is a diverse group of Mitrata staff, board members, child sponsors, and two members of our Young Professionals Board! A few individuals have traveled to Nepal in the past, but for many, it will be their very first time! We hope you will take the time to follow our journey.
Mitrata’s Young Professionals Board Needs YOU!
Mitrata’s Young Professionals Board’s goals for this year include hosting an event to build awareness of Mitrata in the St. Louis area, volunteering at Mitrata fundraising events, and growing as a committee!
This is where YOU come in! For more information, or if you or someone you know would like to be a member of the Young Professionals Board, contact us at ypb@mitrata.org.
Farewell 2022, Hello 2023!
Board President Jim Craig reflects on everything we have accomplished in 2022 and our main goals for 2023. Thank you for your continued support!
Strategic Planning
“This year’s strategic planning session was very special. It was the first meeting since 2019 that board members were able to attend in person. It was wonderful to see everyone again and reconnect. Back in 2018, Mitrata had laid out a five year plan, but like many things it was put on hold during the pandemic years. This year, our strategic planning session focused on making those plans a reality,” said Board President Jim Craig.
Mitrata’s Board Members take on Friend-Raising
On August 6th 2022, the wonderful Patti Harty volunteered her time to lead a fundraising training for Mitrata’s board members. The purpose of the training was to provide the board with “"ideas and training on how to engage people who have been involved with Mitrata in the past and new people, by calling or meeting with them and engaging them in a conversation and making an ask.”
Mitrata’s Young Professionals Board Invites YOU!
Mitrata’s Young Professionals Board has been hard at work scheduling fun and unique ways for Mitrata supporters to connect, spend time with one another, and share knowledge of Mitrata with others in the community! In the upcoming months, there are two exciting events to save-the-date for. In August, join the YPB at a barre class where all proceeds go to Mitrata. Then, in October, join us for a free Yoga in the Park event, and get a head start on your Christmas Shopping!
Notable Changes Within our USA Staff
Dr. Christine Schutz, Executive Director, explains, “For the first time, we are adding a full-time staff member to our USA Operations team.” This role will take over our communications as our current Communications Manager steps down.
Meet Our Board Committees!
We highlight and honor the work of our incredible Board committees and 20+ Board members. This committed, energetic individuals are integral to our future growth and strategic planning success. Thank you for all your hard work!