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.
Our Participants Share Their Stories: Miles for Mitrata Kids
Two participants share their experiences and reasons for joining M4MK this year. Want to support them? Visit https://www.mitrata.org/miles-for-mitrata-kids to learn more.
Learn More About Our Newest Board Members + Support Their Goals for 2021
The Young Professionals Board has big dreams and are quickly achieving their goals!! Three new members have joined in the last year, and YPB is hosting their first event this Saturday, June 12, and next Saturday, June 19, where they will be at the Tower Grove Farmers Market from 8 am to 12 pm! Show your support in-person and by following @mitratanepal on Instagram!
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.
Register NOW for Miles for Mitrata Kids
Register for Miles for Mitrata Kids and find out more information: https://www.mitrata.org/miles-for-mitrata-kids
Spring Sale Going On NOW
Our spring sale has LAUNCHED! Visit mitrata.org/bazaar to all of our goods. We have limited supplies, so grab them while they’re still available! We are offering 25% off winter goods and unique gifts perfect for Mother’s Day!
Vacation Getaway Raffle to Help Our Kids in Nepal
We are fundraising for bedding, emergency kits, and Contact Center supplies this year both at Trivia Night and online at https://www.mitrata.org/trivia! Plus we will be raffling a stay at a beautiful vacation home live at Trivia Night!
An Update on the Political, Social, and Economic State of Nepal
Dr. Christine Schutz gives an update on lockdowns in Nepal, COVID cases, the political turmoil, and rising rates of child marriages. The situation is grim for many with only a small hope for vaccines and no aid from the government in sight.
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!
Good News During Hard Times
Arlene, with loving advice from her husband Hewie, shares the couple’s experience of a miracle amidst the pandemic. And let’s face it, we could all use a little good news like this in our lives right now!