by Bruce Keenan | Dec 16, 2017 | 2017, News
HCC Supporter Katie Naber wrote a guest column about her visits to HCC Youth Home Khushi Ghar. Check out her reflection on her most recent visit in November of 2017. My first time visiting Nepal was in 2011 to teach English to the students of Himalayan...
by Bruce Keenan | Dec 1, 2017 | 2017, News
Our Annual Fundraiser in Atlanta at Sweetwater Brewing Company was a smashing success and raised thousands of dollars to support HCC Students and Programming. We had a wonderful night of beer tasting, music, silent auction, raffle and community among friends, old and...
by Bruce Keenan | Nov 22, 2017 | 2017, News
Earlier this Fall, Rupesh, one of HCC’s Signature Program students, graduated with his Bachelor’s degree in Hotel Management from the Global College Academy of Tourism and Hospitality Education in Kathmandu. As a part of the completion of his degree,...
by Bruce Keenan | Oct 29, 2017 | 2017, News
The autumn is an important time in Nepal, where two of the most significant holidays on the Nepali calendar are celebrated. Dashain and Tihar dominate the fall calendar with days dedicated to celebrating family, friends, natural resources and religious and cultural...
by Bruce Keenan | Oct 26, 2017 | 2017, News
Often when we think of an activist or a philanthropist, we think of the most famous names in the world, from Bill Gates to Malala Yousafzai. However, most activists and philanthropists are not household names; most activists are your neighbors, friends, and you,...
by Bruce Keenan | Oct 20, 2017 | 2017, News
We’re thrilled to announce that HCC has once again achieved top rankings from both Guidestar and Great Nonprofits, two of the top independent organizations that vet nonprofits. HCC has received top rankings from these organizations in the past and we’re...
by Bruce Keenan | Oct 2, 2017 | 2017, News
One of the biggest draws of Nepal for travelers and locals alike is the breathtaking scenery. From the beautiful lakes, gorgeous temples and bustling cities, Nepal has a lot of offer to visitors as well as citizens seeking to enjoy and appreciate their home. Perhaps...
by Bruce Keenan | Sep 24, 2017 | 2017, News
At the end of September, Nepal celebrates Dashain, the most important holiday of the year. Although a religious festival, Dashain also includes a great deal of family fun, great food, and the importance of cleanliness and updating oneself and one’s surroundings...
by Bruce Keenan | Sep 18, 2017 | 2017, News
ANNOUNCING PARTY FOR A CAUSE IN ATLANTA, NOVEMBER 17, 2017! Join Himalayan Children’s Charities for the annual “Party for a Cause” at 7pm on Friday, November 17th at Sweetwater Brewery in Atlanta. Guests will enjoy a tour of Sweetwater Brewery and a beer tasting along...
by Bruce Keenan | Sep 18, 2017 | 2017, News
On November 10, 2017, HCC will be launching our first annual fundraiser in Boston, MA, held at the beautiful Langham Hotel in downtown Boston. The fundraiser will be hosted by Maia Pandey, former HCC intern, and current HCC supporter. After being so moved by her...