Our Story
Our aid project began in 2014, delivering clothing and eye glasses to disadvantaged people in the remote Tsum Valley. In 2015, two massive earthquakes struck the mountains of Nepal destroying the rock buildings typically used for houses and schools.
We gathered heartfelt contributions from people in the United States and Europe, then distributed grants to mountain people in need. This money helped to buy food, clothing, rebuild houses and even build a temporary school. Since the earthquakes, we have directed most of our efforts to assist people in the regions of Sama and Tsum, high altitude valleys where meeting the needs for life is challenging even in good times. |
The world pandemic has destroyed the economy and food supply of the 200+ families who live in Sama. Because they live above 11,500 feet elevation, they can grow only barley and potatoes... not enough to sustain their nutrition needs.
For centuries these hardy people have relied on trade with Tibet, and the valley below them. Little or no trade has been taking place and the people of Sama have little money to buy food. Please consider contributing to our Food4Sama food drive. Your donation will help feed hungry people so that they will survive the challenging Himalayan winters. |