Ganga joined us at Himalayan Children’s Charities this past summer and she is already excelling in her studies! She is currently enrolled in 12th grade and is focusing on Law. Every year her school nominates a student who excels academically, actively participates in extracurriculars, and demonstrates discipline, honesty, and character. This year Ganga was nominated and won!

We are very proud of our newest student and excited to help her on her journey.

Donate today to help students like Ganga achieve their dreams!

Every month students participate in various mentoring sessions. July focused on time management. 

On July 17th, we had a life coaching session on the topic of time management. We team leaders (Angela, Tulsi, Dhirendra and Arun) chose this topic as it will be really helpful as a student to know how to manage time effectively in our day-to-day life.

In this session, we discussed what time really is. We briefly described the importance of time. Time management is the process of organizing and planning how to divide your time between various activities. We also learnt that effective time management enables you to work smarter, not harder, so that you get more done in less time, even when time is tight and pressures are high. 

We shared our opinion about procrastination, smart decisions and delegation. For learning more, we did an activity “prioritizing task” where we had cups of water and stones. We had to manage it according to the priority such that it needs to fit in the cup. Every team did it so well and we also did a role play where we portrayed two students and their behaviors. The drama shows how we can lack motivation and destroy our life. After the drama, we did the next activity that was writing down what we learnt as action, reflection, planning and learning. 

This session was very helpful and gave us a lot of knowledge on how we need to utilize each and every second of our lives. Effective time management leads to improved productivity, reduced stress, and better work-life balance. By mastering time management, you can achieve more with less effort and create more free time for yourself.

Donate to Nepal today!

Every month the student at Khushi Ghar are required to volunteer some of their time to local organizations around Kathmandu. They are free to choose something that aligns with their career path or they can choose something different each time. 

Ganga: My 5 sisters and I went to help in packing food for the poor. We packed about 500 or more .  We helped to pack rice and curry and divided among us where to distribute the food. We helped to pack food for  different places . As we distribute the food among the people  . They seemed so happy seeing their faces. I too felt happy.  This volunteering activity takes about 5 hours and it is very dear to our hearts.  

playtime activities, I used toys and games to provide mental stimulation and physical exercise for the dogs.

 These interactions helped the dogs to remain active and happy, and also provided them with much-needed socialization and emotional support.

Working at the center not only helped me develop practical skills but also reinforced my appreciation for the dedication and hard work involved in animal welfare. I look forward to continuing my volunteer work and further contributing to the well-being of the animals at the center.

Donate to Nepal today!

Bikash lost his father in the earthquake, leaving his mother to support  Bikash, his brother Bishal and their elderly grandparents. The earthquake destroyed almost all of the buildings, homes, and farms in their village, jeopardizing the family’s primary source of income from agriculture and animal rearing. 

Bikash is one of our Rise students and he just finished 10th grade. At the end of 10th grade all students in Nepal have to take an exam, the Secondary Education Exam (SEE). You need to pass this to be able to progress to grade 11. Bikash scored a 3.96 (out of 4), which was the second highest grade in the whole Dhading district. He was honored by the local government, He is on summer break now and will go to focus on science in 11 and 12th grades. His plan is to be a doctor.

Donate to Nepal today!

For 2 weeks in June, Manika and several of her classmates at IEC College of Fashion and Art, took part in a global classroom program in Thailand. They immersed themsleves in Thai culture, attended workshops and visited other fashion schools. This is Manika’s story of her adventure. 

We continued to attend the college for five days where we were given the experience on how the students study in the school. We were taught about the basics of stitching, drafting, gartment and construction and also on how to drape in the mannequins. Those five days were really worth visiting and learning many new things. We also got to know our failings and where to improve. I am really grateful for the college that provided me with such an opportunity.  After  attending the college we had a break for two days before we went for a workshop. Our workshop was for 3 days and each day we involved ourselves in different activities. On the first day we visited the place where they taught us how to work on making the bags and decorating them. It took only 4 hours of our day. Then on the next day we attended to make the accessories and following the other day we were given the option to choose between DIYs and making a perfume balm. And among the two options I chose to make a perfume balm.  Understanding the cultural context of our studies was integral to our trip. We visited historical sites. Thailand is a country with many cultures and traditions including the temples. After our completion of attending college and workshop we went to visit different temples. Among the temples we visited in Bangkok, the temples I liked the most were Wat Arun and Ancient city. 

Wat Arun is also known as the temple of dawn as it is worshiped for the god of dawn.. On the day of our visit, there were other numerous foreigners coming to visit as well. According to the locals, that day was the most crowded day in Wat Arun. Despite the crowd it was a really beautiful temple. The color white made it even prettier. It is a buddhist temple. 

Similarly, Ancient city is a museum that covers over 200 acres in bangkok. It is also known as the world’s largest outdoor museum which has over 116 

structures of Thailand’s famous monuments and architectural attractions.it is a historical place that defines the tradition and culture of thailand since the decades. Unfortunately, as it was far from the apartment we were living in, we arrived there late and couldn’t visit the whole structure. But it was such a breathtaking museum.

realistic. It felt as if I time traveled to the past. There were also statues of insects bigger than me which really fascinated me. As elephants are the national animal of Thailand I got to meet many types of elephants which felt as if it was the first time I saw an elephant for the first despite the fact that i have seen elephants in nepal already. The way all the plants were taken care of made me fall in love with every single plant I encountered in the garden. The garden was so big that it took us almost a whole day for the tour. 

After that, we returned to Bangkok which took us a total of 8 hours of travel by bus and rested that night and in the morning we took off for Nepal. Overall, this trip taught me many new things and made me think of many things. It was such a great experience. I got to explore many new things and think more critically and learned the differences.

To make big dreams like Manika’s come true, donate to our students in Nepal today!

Last summer Harsha left for Thailand to complete a yearlong internship for his Hotel Management Bachelor’s Degree. He was placed at the Centara Grand Hotel in Bangkok where he also lived in their employee housing. For the year he was in Thailand Harsha was able to learn many facets of Hotel management.

“I have been in Thailand for an internship, which has been an incredible experience. During my time here, I had the opportunity to work in both the service and housekeeping departments. It has been a fun and rewarding experience, thanks to the fantastic team of colleagues I’ve had the pleasure of working with.

The working environment at Centara Grand Hotel has been great for learning, although we have had to work extra hours as interns to gain more knowledge and experience. Despite the communication barriers with some staff and managers, I am doing my best to adjust. I appreciate the support and guidance I have received from both my superiors and colleagues. The friendly and collaborative nature of the staff has significantly contributed to my positive experience, making each day enjoyable and productive.”

“This internship at the Centara Grand Hotel, the journey so far has been both exciting and enriching, offering me incredible experiences and numerous opportunities for growth. The diversity of people I’ve encountered from different countries has been eye-opening, and I’ve thoroughly enjoyed the process of

learning from them. I was assigned to work on handling problems, knowing about different food and drinks etc. It has been challenging but incredibly rewarding to apply the knowledge I gained during my studies.

I’ve had the privilege of attending various training sessions and workshops to enhance my skills in bar training, fire extinguishers, working in a team etc. The exposure has been invaluable, and I’m grateful for the learning opportunities that the hotel is providing me.”

To support other students like Harsha following their dreams, donate today!

There are two options to choose from:

Short Everest trek: This 9-day Everest trek is a very scenic route offering superb views of the world’s highest peaks. We fly from Kathmandu to Lukla airstrip in the Khumbu region and trek up to Namche Bazaar and onto the Thyangboche Monastery. An optional day hike takes you to Khumjung village, a charming Sherpa settlement. This trek provides a splendid introduction to Sherpa country and culture and features fantastic mountain views. It is a popular destination for first-time trekkers in Nepal and best suited for anyone who does not have enough time for longer treks into the high mountains.

Don’t miss out on the fun!

Several times a year the HCC Nepal team heads into the mountains to check up on our Rise Students. These visits check on grades, health, family and they are great opportunities to recruit motivated students for the Peak program. 

This trip surpassed the first one in many ways. I captured numerous photos and documented updates about the students. Engaging in conversations with them was immensely enjoyable, and it was heartwarming to see that they appreciated our interactions just as much. Overall, this experience was profoundly rewarding. -Pushpa

This Dhading field trip was the most exciting and amusing trip so far. It was also my first trip. I usually don’t like going on long trips and used to find them boring. But this time was different. Although we had gone for work, I didn’t feel exhausted and enjoyed 

interacting with other children and learning about their backgrounds. This trip also helped me experience more about village life. I was aware about the hcc’s incredible work in Dhading and  Nuwakot but this time i got to experience it myself. Before I didn’t used to interact much with others but on this trip I was able to open-up with everyone in the group. I think it was also because of the people I was close to and comfortable with. When I went out of the valley I got to know that I am lucky enough to live in kathmandu with all the privileges because the people in the village didn’t have the facilities that we have. This trip has helped me learn things like sometimes we have to compromise many things because life is different in every place. We also should learn to adjust according to the environment. I feel very thankful for including me in this trip.  – Pratima

If you want to support the work we do in rural Nepal, donate to these lucky children today!

One of the elements that sets HCC apart from many other charitable organizations is our Family Culture. Students are not just residents at Khushi Ghar, it is their (happy) home. This notion may seem simple, but it means the students participate in all aspects of the home. They cook together, clean, garden and support each other like siblings. 

When they asked if they could get a second dog, we held a house meeting, made sure everyone was on the same page about the extra commitment, and we got Bambi!

The pups are getting along so well, and everyone loves Bambi! If you want to support the work we do in Nepal and our unique and loving Famliy, donate today!

My name is Smriti Nepali, and I am delighted to share a little update on my life with you all. Currently, I am 18 years old and pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Technology (BMLT) at Manmohan Memorial Institute of Health Sciences. I’m in my first year, and just recently completed the first terminal exams, though the results are yet to be published.

In my family, we are a total of five members. There’s my younger sister, my younger brother, my mother, my father, and of course, myself. My father plays a crucial role as the main caretaker in our household, and I’m truly grateful for his support and guidance.

As for my academic interests, I find myself particularly drawn to hematology, while pathology is not quite my favorite subject. On an average day, I dedicate around 4 to 5 hours to my studies, ensuring I stay on track with my coursework.

Outside of academics, I have a passion for traveling and exploring new places. Additionally, one of the highlights of my school or college days is engaging in discussions with friends during breaks. It’s always refreshing to exchange thoughts and ideas with peers.

I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to my sponsors. Your support and generosity have enabled me to pursue my education further, and for that, I am truly thankful. Being able to continue my studies and fulfill my aspirations fills me with happiness, and I am excited for the journey ahead.

Donate to Himalayan Children’s Charities today to support Smriti and all our students!