The Mountain Institute, Inc.
Rating: 5 stars 8 8 reviews 430
Address:
3000 Connecticut Ave. NW Suite 101 Washington DC 20008 USA
Mission:
To ensure that mountains will continue to provide the essential resources — natural, cultural, and inspirational — needed for mankind’s survival on a healthy planet
Programs:
The Mountain Institute’s work revolves around three central themes: economic development in the mountains, conservation of mountain environments, and support for mountain cultures. Since our founding, we have listened to the people who know mountains best — those who live in mountains — and we help identify and implement solutions to the challenges that threaten their livelihoods and the health of their environments. Working closely with a wide variety of development, government, academic, and technical partners, our programs now reach more than a quarter of a million people a year, not including visitors to the national parks that we helped establish in Nepal, China, and Peru. We have undertaken additional programs in India and the Tibet Autonomous Region of China.
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Having witnessed The Mountain Institute`s work now for several years, I am convinced that these dedicated & tireless professionals are changing lives on a planet that is getting very small very quickly. They not only address pressing environmental issues daily, but also act as much needed diplomats & representatives in areas of the world that need to know that someone on the other side of the globe cares about their region, their village, their lives. Those who had virtually no responsibility for causing global warming are nonetheless suffering greatly from the result of these dire climate changes. The Mountain Institute acts powerfully & effectively not only on behalf of the magnificent terrain itself, but more importantly for those whose lives depend on that land, whose cultures would disappear without TMI`s efforts.
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
I would have them be less humble & more vocal about their valuable contributions to our changing world.
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Definitely
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Life-changing
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2013
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I`m familiar with The Mountain Insitute`s work and I know they are helping many people around the world. Their very professional and dedicated team are hardworking and contribute to the wellbeing of the environment.
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Likely
How much of an impact do you think this organization has?
Life-changing
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
I`m familiar with The Mountain Institute in Nepal and have witnessed the great work they do to help mountain communities there. They have a wonderful team of development professionals and they are making positive changes in people's lives as well as the environment. Moreover, they have a true understanding of the issues that Nepal is currently faced with and are able to navigate a complex and ever-changing political climate. Keep up the great work TMI!
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Life-changing
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
I have worked with TMI as a partner organization and have also benefitted from their guidance and example in Nepal. TMI does an excellent job of implementing medium to large programs while retaining a close connection with their target community members. Their work in the arena of medicinal plants and income generation is particularly commendable.
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How does this organization compare with others in the same sector?
Quite well
How much of an impact do you think this organization has?
A lot
Will you recommend this organization to others?
Likely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2011
For three months, I had the pleasure of working with TMI, both in their Washington, DC HQ, as well as their Himalayan Programs Office in Kathmandu, Nepal. No matter where I was, nor who I was working with, everyone was easy to talk to, and eager to talk about the great work TMI has done, and continues to this day, preserving mountain culture, conserving mountain ecosystems, and promoting mountain livelihoods. I am fortunate to have been able to experience firsthand the wonderful work TMI is doing to help mountain communities adapt in a changing world.
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Definitely
For the time you spent, how much of an impact did you feel your work or activity had?
A lot
Did the organization use your time wisely?
Very Well
Would you recommend this group to a friend?
Definitely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
After living in Kathmandu and witnessing the work of TMI, I am inspired by the passion the TMI team exhibits to improve mountain conservation and communities. The projects in the Khumbu of Nepal region is truly inspiring! Keep up the great work TMI!
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How does this organization compare with others in the same sector?
Very Well
How much of an impact do you think this organization has?
Life-changing
Will you recommend this organization to others?
Definitely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
I volunteered for The Mountain Institute's Himalaya Program. TMI does a great job conserving mountain ecosystems and empowering mountain communities by ensuring that staff are local and directly working with local communities to design and implement projects.
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Would you volunteer for this group again?
Definitely
For the time you spent, how much of an impact did you feel your work or activity had?
Life-changing
Did the organization use your time wisely?
Very Well
Would you recommend this group to a friend?
Definitely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
I spent three months working with this group. From the office in DC, to the office in Kathmandu, Nepal, everyone is passionate about serving mountain communities.
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Would you volunteer for this group again?
Definitely
For the time you spent, how much of an impact did you feel your work or activity had?
A lot
Did the organization use your time wisely?
Very Well
Would you recommend this group to a friend?
Definitely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
