BLINKNOW FOUNDATION A NJ NONPROFITCORPORATION

This place is full of magic. You feel love and kindness the minute you walk into the school and home.

I donate a fixed amount every month. I came into contact with them through a broadcast on Dutch TV by Floortje Dessing. I was so inspired by their work that I wanted to support them. Here my money goes to the children and not to the CEO of a large organization!

I’ve seen firsthand how Blinknow’s leaders and teams over the the years have impacted and changed the lives of so many underprivileged abused and unloved children. Not only have they changed the lives of so many children of Napal but have encouraged and changed the lives of women to be able to earn an income to better their lives.
This team never ever takes no for an answer and are problem solvers for each and every obstacle they incur to make sure they give 100% in every situation.
It has been an honor to support Blinknow and to see the difference they have made on this planet!

I have followed Maggie Doyne from the very beginning with amazement for what a young woman did with purpose and heart.
Her marriage to Jeremy and where Kopila and what it stands for and contributes to young lives, many accomplishing admirable things in their own lives and even more to their family and their country is a beacon to encourage others to not only participate is this gigantic effort but to consider what they can do.
A Legend!

It is amazing how BlinkNow has been working to empower marginalized children and women in Nepal. The child centered integrated programs are promising to ensure a safe, loving learning environment for children and women where there can strive and thrive. Also, their green campus...one would love to visit their greenvschool and learn more about them.

BlinkNow is a nonprofit I have followed and seen grown, one story at a time, one hope at a time.

I’ve contributed a little over the years, for the most part though, I’ve seen the journey of the kids, the employees that work for BlinkNow, the women entrepreneurship, the friendships, the coming together of communities from all over the world.

It’s an organization that is rooted in its intention to provide life and opportunities to kids who would have stayed hidden, whose full potential may have never been realized, but it’s also about the journey that the care takers take in the process, a sincere and true journey that have started to come full circle as kids that have come through Kopila Valley are now giving back. It’s really changing lives one blink at a time.

Maggie and the staff at BlinkNow and Kopila Valley inspire and uplift so many children, young adults, disadvantaged women and the surrounding community. I have gladly supported BlinkNow for many years and have watched in amazement as the children's house, green school , and women's center have each been built.
There is much compassion, joy and love in this community.

I have been a volunteer with this organization for about six years and I believe that the work BlinkNow does to help children and women in Nepal is incredible. I am proud to tell family and friends all about the amazing work they do!

Their unwavering commitment to providing quality education, especially in underserved communities, is truly inspiring. By building schools, offering scholarships, and empowering local teachers, they are creating a brighter future for countless children.

Blinknow is an amazingly wonderful nonprofit. I am impressed with how far they make money go. They are the ideal people to change the world.

If there is one non profit that inspires me, that I trust and that works in a way that I understand and fully support as the right way to do things, it’s BlinkNow. If you don’t know about them yet, find out about them. I’m sure you will feel the need to support them as well.

I have known Maggie and Tope for about 19 years.. Blink Now is the real deal!! Every single penny is used to improve the lives of so many! I visited 2010 and saw the home and school first hand and have enjoyed seeing the progression of all of the projects over the years.

We give moderate amounts to six charities. This charity by far has the most effective and purposeful communication with its donors. I can't say enough about how they help your donation feel very impactful. And they do fabulous work.

I have followed Maggie on line for many years and have been brought to tears of sadness and joy. She is doing God’s work!

I have been donating for a lot of years now since I saw a documentary about BlinkNow. I was impressed with what they achieved. And in those years they have achieved so much more. They help the whole community and take care for the enverimont as well

I’ve had the pleasure of meeting Maggie several times and have friends who have worked at the school. She has created a wonderful environment and should be a template for others who want to create a nurturing, safe place for children

Blinknow is a commendable nonprofit organization dedicated to providing free education to children who otherwise might not have access to it. The organization’s mission is both impactful and vital, addressing a crucial need in underserved communities.

Maggie Doyle’s story is incredible and what BlinkNow has done for the community is amazing. Love that your donations are clearly directly helping the children and are bettering the lives of many

It is an incredible experience and moment of gratitude to watch Kopila Valley children grow. Being a young citizen of Nepal and working as a teacher for my job abroad I find so much inspiration about unconditional love for children and their education from the Kopila Valley family, Maggie and Tope. Because of the incredible work of helping children get education and improving the quality of life of children, women and communities, it is a non-profit organization I always look up to and think the world needs more of it.

Maggie and Tope started with very little to improve the lives of the children in Nepal. Imagine a very young adult from the US with absolutely no experience of setting up any organized way, let alone an organization that has helped hundreds of kids not only to survive but to live better lives! This kind of dedication and completely giving their entire life to this by living in it, suffering in it-real loss - and building a real community of safety, love and care for children and the adults they will become is admirable but also humbling. I had the good fortune to meet Maggie early on when our company awarded her the Norman Borlaug award and monies. I was blown away by her years ago and still am today. It’s the only non profit I donate to from the beginning and will indefinitely. I’ve even connected with some of their students to help them with their healthcare studies which was most rewarding.

Blinknow Foundation is supporting the most vulnerable children and women in Nepal, and supports it local and regional community. Most impressive to me is Blinknow's engagement with, and involvement of, the local community in all of its programs and initiatives. Blinknow is a model for how an NGO should be run.

If we want a better future we must ensure that the children of today are protected, cared for, and loved. The most powerful way to change the world is to love one another. Blink Now is an organization that is changing lives, providing the basic necessities and engendering great hope for the future through education for the kids and the women and men in the community in which it exists. I am in awe of what they do every day.

Been a donor for years and years, and I love all the work Blink now is doing and has done. I can't think of a better organization to support

I've been engaged with BlinkNow and Kopila Valley in a variety of ways over many years, and have visited the home, school, and women's center in Nepal. Both in the USA and Nepal, the teams are first-rate: focused on their goals and people, and always growing (not just in terms of scale, but skills and knowledge too). This is what Best in Class looks like. It is a beautiful place that attracts committed people. I look forward to seeing more organizations learn from the example BlinkNow and Kopila Valley have set for non-profits.

From their very human and very humble social posts, to their wonderful photos showing happy kids and merchandise we can by to support them, to their stories of families and suffering , what is not to like? A simple thing like buying a handmade gift, helps not 1 person, but a community.

**BlinkNow: A Beacon of Hope for Nepal's Disadvantaged Children**

BlinkNow, a non-profit organization operating in remote Western Nepal, is dedicated to uplifting the lives of disadvantaged children through education. Their holistic approach, encompassing early childhood education, fosters intellectual growth, emotional well-being, and social responsibility. The Kopila Valley School, a thriving learning hub, serves as a second home to over 500 students, providing a nurturing environment for academic, social, and emotional development.

BlinkNow's impact extends beyond the classroom, actively engaging the local community with healthcare, vocational training, and livelihood opportunities, empowering families to break the cycle of poverty. Their work has transformed the Kopila Valley, creating a ripple effect of positive change that resonates throughout the region.

Mere words of thank you are not enough to praise BlinkNow's extraordinary efforts. They have transformed the lives of countless children, providing them with the tools and opportunities to break the cycle of poverty and pursue their dreams. Their dedication to education and community empowerment is an inspiration to us all. Thank you BlinkNow/Kopila valley and magical Maggie.

With BlinkNow, I know that my donations are making a real and immediate impact. An impact that can be seen in the smiles of schoolchildren with full bellies and heard in the laughter of women working purposefully together. And by lifting up women, children and community, that impact extends not just to the recipients of BlinkNow’s programs but to countless generations to come. I consider every dollar donated to BlinkNow to be a dollar well spent.

Blink Now Foundation supports children and families in Surket Nepal through the array of Kopila Valley programs. I had the honor of visiting and can’t express the magnitude of the dignity, respect and love shown to all who are involved. Truly an exemplary community program.

BlinkNow is not just an organization but the eco system that helps children and women to grow as an independent individual. This is a place where everyone feel safe, cared and loved...

Maggie and her team have worked relentles for many years to give under priviledged children in Nepal a safe home, healthy food and excellent education.
She has adopted countless kids, and makes sure they can thrive. She set up a school which excells in sustainability, academic skills and extra curricular activities. Often the students are the first in their families tot be able to go to school. There also is a home for 10 young women who's safety is at risk and there are programmes for womens vocational training and women rights awareness.
Give it up for Maggie, her team and the Blinknow foundation!!!

The best organizing run by an amazing woman and tons of caring people!!
They are doing great work.
Please go to their website and look at the information.

This is a fantastic organization. They put a lot of effort into connection and it feels like you are making a difference with your donation.

I am so happy they invited us to share our olympiad journeys to eager young minds

Such a fantastic group! Empowering the people too build their own legacy, while teaching solid values to pass on to their children. Literacy is the best tool to install success in people and this program shows what a small contribution can do to grow pride and success in lives I followed Maggie when she first started out funding her vision will with her meager savings. Faith moves mountains and Blink now is living proof!

I have supported and followed BlinkNow for over 10 years and I am continually impressed with their thoughtfulness and care. I first learned about BlinkNow from a NYTimes Magazine article in 2010, and it is clear to me that the passion and commitment to creating sustainable, loving, opportunities for young people and women is at the forefront of their mission. I have had the opportunity to hear from young adults who have lived in Kopila Valley Children's home who are now living on their own; it is inspiring to hear what a difference BlinkNow and the caring people who work there have done for them. I also appreciate how the work has grown to meet the community needs, adding on a women's center, health clinic, and so much more.

This is a wonderful nonprofit that helps care and educate children. The founder spends most of her time onsite making sure all is run well and continues to improve the facilities and work with staff.
I traveled to Nepal a few years before this organization started and adopted my daughter from Nepal. Her paperwork said she was found unattended on the streets, and guessed to be one year old. In the year it took to adopt her at 2 yrs old she had received no medical care and yet had been very ill for several months after she was found, she had a large scar on her leg from a burn, no immunizations, she had an untreated eye condition and was losing her eyesight in one eye, she was covered in scabies, had her head shaved from lice, had internal parasites, and she didn’t weigh 20 lbs.
I think what most people don’t realize is that there are no safety nets or services unless you can pay for them. Most of the population have no or very little money. There are no welfare, food stamps, wick, Medicare, rental assistance, etc. If your child is sick or injured there is no medical care unless you can pay. People do starve. Women have few rights.
Blinknow has built a school and housing facilities to care for hundreds of children who otherwise would fall through the cracks. They provide a warm nurturing home for their children and educate them.
Most of their children are able to attend college and are employable when they leave the school. Their school is built with sustainable local products and they hire local staff. They support women with job training programs. They also take local children who still live with their families in day school

I knew about Kopila Valley while I was looking to volunteer in western Nepal. After that, I am actively following the updates. I am very proud of all the activities Kopila Valley is doing.
Talking out loud is much more easy but it's hard to stand by the belief to serve mankind and work daily on it and the Kopila valley is doing it perfectly.

I am a monthly contributor but I started as an occasional donor. I receive communication from the organization, but not so much that I'm annoyed. I follow them on FB and IG and am so impressed with the range of their services to their community. It is truly a "feel-good" organization and their CEO lives her values as do all of her executive team. Their story is an emotional one but every day they are positively impacting the lives of children and their adults.

BlinkNow and Maggie came to my attention based on an article in the NY Times by Nick Kristoff. Since then, I have donated to this non-profit because it fits my same goals of educating youth around the world and focusing the funds on this goal. It is a proven cause as the children who have grown up and graduated are leading productive, thoughtful, and empathetic lives. Every year, I ask my friends not to send me a card and instead donate the cost to BlinkNow. It is one of only three charities I consistently support.

I have seen firsthand the positive impact that BlinkNow has made in the lives of children and women in rural Nepal. The organization’s leadership identifies challenges and seeks solutions that are realistic and feasible. Under the guidance of Maggie Doyne, Tope Malla and their teams in Surkhet, even a project that seemed more aspirational than feasible - an environmentally sustainable school campus, early childhood center, and vocational farm - was completed using the best of traditional methods (rammed earth) & modern materials (solar panels) to be completely self-sustainable and earthquake-safe. The teachers and entire school staff are dedicated to providing a healthy and happy environment for its students and families. It is truly a community school and an excellent model of what can and SHOULD be available all children everywhere. I have happily contributed my $ and efforts to BlinkNow for close to a decade. In that time I have seen Kopiła Valley students grow from curious and engaged students to fine adults and impressive professionals. The organization is nothing short of incredible. BlinkNow has goal to serve not just children but their families. When BlinkNow saw a need to help mothers of Kopiła Valley School students, it searched it started a vocational training center, which has led to countless mothers being able to enter the workforce or start their own small businesses to support their families. The list of programs that BlinkNow has created to support their students and community in Surkhet is long (a safe house for female students at risk from domestic violence, a continuing education program to counsel and support KVS graduates as they move into adulthood whether it be higher education or moving to a bigger city, such as Kathmandu, for new opportunities. BlinkNow is truly a leader in child and women’s welfare in rural Nepal - an example that is not unique to South Asia but rather could and should be mimicked by others working in this sector.

I’ve been involved with Blink Now as a donor for more than a decade now. I’ve watched them grow, change, challenge themselves and grow more. Their mission is always the kids and families. They don’t want to be huge, just great. The staff is responsive to questions, generous with information and ever enthusiastic, even when exhausted and overwhelmed.
The needs never end and the team ( and it is a team) work diligently to communicate with each other and the greater community.
Maggie and Tope and their boards, supporters, teachers, and staff all keep the kids and families as priority. There is nothing quite like Blink Now. They amaze me every single day.

Hello, I have been a donor to BlinkNow Kopila Valley School for several years now. Although I live far away in Canada (British Columbia) I feel connected to my BlinkNow family through wonderful newsletters, videos and regular posts about the students, the youngest to the oldest, many of whom have graduated from the Kopila Valley School and are pursuing post secondary education. I respect and love that the Kopila Valley School nurtures the physical, spiritual, social and intellectual well being of their students. BlinkNow spreads their generosity and expertise throughout the Kopila Valley community, offering retraining programs, making medical visits to villagers and hiring and involving locals to be part of the Kopila School community wherever possible. I can't say enough good things about BlinkNow. The organization began as a truly heartfelt undertaking by one young woman and has grown significantly without losing sight of its single most wonderful purpose - the nurturing of children, through love, care and safety so they may blossom and enjoy the exploration and wonder of childhood while growing and learning the important skills of becoming a resilient, self reliant, adult. I am honoured to be a supporter of BlinkNow and part of the Kopila family.

I have been donating and following Blinknow for over 10 years. Every year they blow me away with their new initiatives to help lift up their community. At first I thought it was just a children’s home, then it added a school, then a Women’s center to teach skills (as well as reading, financial skills and learning their rights as women and mothers), then I learned about their programs to help students transition into adulthood from high school (resume classes, interview help, internships, etc). And I’ve only mentioned a few of the myriad of wonderful programs that Blinknow brings to their community (programs that we take for granted in the US). I’m so grateful that Blinknow is so conscious in every single thing they do (did I mention their organic farming cooperative that provides food for their school and community AND the solar cookers that cook meals for hundreds of kids without the use of electricity?). I love supporting this incredible organization. It’s an easy yes to support them because I say “that’s amazing!” to every single initiative they highlight on their social media. They’re incredible.

In 1997 I traveled around the world. I was struck by many of the things I saw and experienced. One was watching women and children in a riverbed smashing stones into small pieces and then carrying them up the hill in baskets. Maggie Doyne saw this same thing when she traveled, but she, at 18, decided to buy a piece of land in Nepal, build a school, create a women's center, and change countless lives. The BlinkNow organization that she and business partner Tope have created blows my mind in every good way imaginable. They give me a hope in a world where it frequently seems to be in short supply.

It was Kristof that made me aware of the work in Nepal originally. After supporting several orphans over the years, my wife and I became curious about the other work being done by the Foundation.

Every single thing has been amazing. Just wonderful, solid work that helps the communities around the school and all of the people involved. We continue to give every year. This review is being marked improperly. I am not sure about this site now.

BlinkNow is my favorite organization to donate to. They have a very clear set of goals that they build upon over time. It is very obvious where the money goes. The founders have also developed a very strong local and global network to build for the future. They started with a small home for a few children, and have expanded to a huge home for 50 kids, an amazingly beautiful and sustainable k-12 school, a health clinic, women's training center, a home for at-risk teens. They also help the community in times of crisis. There are after school activities, and adult transition programs. The children who graduated from the school are building lives in Nepal and all over the world. They are bringing modern teaching techniques to the other schools in the area. It is simply an amazing organization!

BlinkNow is truly a life changer! I have been a donor for a decade and just had the privilege of visiting Maggie and Kopila Valley. It was incredible to see all the wonderful work being done in person. The founders continue their mission to give a loving home to children and provide tuition-free school (greenist school on the planet!) to 400 children with a chance and hope for a future. They also have a women's center, health clinic, a program for their graduates and they continue to add programs as they see needs in the community. They are truly making a better world for the children and women of Surkhet.

Investing on the future generations that are less fortunate and underprivileged due to lack of resources and opportunities has been the main priority from beginning.

BlinkNow’s relentless effort to uplift the life through education to the young, empowering females through skills training and safe haven to those who requires protection… positive impact can be seen and it will be an enduring.

During the Covid pandemic this organisation had gone extra length to coordinate relief package when the local government had no footing, looming chaos could have taken more life and put misery had BlinkNow not demonstrated selfless commitment.

For reasons highlighted above and many more to list, like any great organisation BlinkNow is great.

Sunil Gurung

The unwavering love and support BlinkNow provides for the children and community of Kopila is nothing short of astounding. The fantastic organization and stellar people putting the mission in motion offer not only happiness and security but also a future with agency - and all without compromising their Nepalese cultural identity. Cynicism, despair and hopelessness can come easy these days, BlinkNow serves simply and effectively to countervail all that. A few more blinks and soon the Kopila children will be adults who are kind, strong, and successful propellers of our future with others following behind them. What a virtuous cycle to behold and support.

There have instances of human trafficking from rural areas of Nepal, primarily driven by poverty. What BlinkNow, under the leadership of Maggie Doyne, has done is to break the cycle of poverty and misery by the one thing that always seems to work: education. By schooling, feeding and housing these young children, Maggie and team are transforming their lives and making them productive citizens of the world. There is no higher calling in my view.

I served on the board for ten years and am a proud supporter of BlinkNow. Co-founders Maggie Doyne and Tope Malla remain actively involved in leadership positions. They have a strong team in Nepal and in the US. I am confident that my donations are used effectively towards the mission of providing quality education and a safe environment for children and women in Nepal. Financials and governance documents are viewable on the website and are reviewed and updated regularly.

I had the opportunity to visit Nepal several years ago, and I loved the family atmosphere at Kopila Valley Home and the sense of responsibility to the community. Many children at Kopila Valley School are the first in their families to receive an education. In a country where 37 percent of girls are married before their 18th birthday, BlinkNow provides counseling and support to keep girls in school. They also started a Big Sisters' Home, a temporary living situation for female students who are most at-risk. As all students prepare to graduate from high school, they have access to guidance and support as they plan for further education or careers. BlinkNow is transforming lives through the many opportunities they provide.

I was awed by Maggie Doyne from the day I met her when she was 19 years old. She had used her babysitting earnings to buy a piece of land and open an orphanage in Nepal. AMAZING! What that dream and small plot of land has become is truly remarkable!

She and her dedicated team both here in the USA and in Nepal are a force to be reckoned with. What they have accomplished is truly exceptional. I always check charitable organizations that I support to be sure funds raised go to those served. BlinkNow directs 83% of the money raised directly to programs and services for the children, women and families of Kopila Valley. There are many opportunities to give in every capacity.

BlinkNow does not stop its support of children once they graduate from Kopila Valley School. But rather, they continue to provide crucial support to the children during this critical transition phase from adolescence to young adulthood, including enrollment into colleges and universities, setting the kids up for successful career paths and fulfilling lives. Just as an example, this year one of their graduates matriculated at Notre Dame! He had come through the whole program being welcomed to Kopila as a small child. There is an opportunity to donate directly to this FUTURES PROGRAM.

Kopila Valley also has a Women’s Center as well as the Kopila Valley Big Sisters Home and the Kopila Valley Girls Club - all of which seek to uplift women and girls in the community. Gender equity is a foundational tenet at BlinkNow. The women and girls in these programs have been lifted out of poverty and removed from oppressive and abusive environments. They are joyous and hopeful and have gone on to fulfilling lives and careers of THEIR choosing. Always with support from BlinkNow.

Nepal is a country struggling through adversity, poverty and a lack of resources on a daily basis. With the additional challenges of Covid and the Migrant Crisis, BlinkNow has demonstrated how they can quickly mobilize to meet ALL challenges. Considering all of these hurdles they remain a beacon of light for Sustainability and the Environment. In 2019, BlinkNow opened their new green campus for the Kopila Valley School. Their environmentally friendly sustainable Campus Design and programs are a model for other schools and communities. https://blinknow.org/pages/sustainability

I give to BlinkNow because of all of the reasons previously stated. In addition, it is extremely important to me that BlinkNow has achieved strong support from the people of Nepal as well as other Nepali benefactors locally and around the world. The programs previously mentioned are implemented by the Nepali Community, with support from BlinkNow. The programs have been developed and organized to respect and celebrate the culture. They provide a home, a campus and a platform of support and guidance for the community to be able to lift ITSELF to a brighter future. To me the level of commitment from the Nepali community is the best indicator of long term sustainability and the continued success of the program.

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I was first introduced to BlinkNow through my parents, who virtually met Maggie Doyne earlier this year. Being from Nepal but growing up in the US, it is awe-inspiring to see the work BlinkNow does everyday. Maggie and her team have truly transformed lives and communities by empowering individuals through education, access to resources and sustainable living. The virtual Gala we recently had brought tears to my eyes when I saw the children of Surkhet doing a Dashain dance at the end of the program. They are the reason for BlinkNow's mission, and the joy and unlimited potential they have mean everything. I am humbled by their efforts, and I can't wait to see their continued success and growth.

I sit on the Board for BlinkNow. The dollar goes very far in Nepal. The organization works hard to follow it's long term strategic plan, yet to be fluid enough to handle unexpected issues. The organization is run by it's founder. In the last five years it has also employed a professional development director and executive director to ensure long term stability. The budget and programming are constantly reviewed. The organization employs close to 100 Nepali citizens to provide programming-- a strong way to support the local community

I first learned of BlinkNow from my daughter, who was an intern at DoSomething.org when Maggie Doyne won the coveted DoSomething award. Since then I have been closely following BlinkNow's remarkable ability to get things done. Maggie and the organization she has built have transformed the lives of children, women and communities. She answers the call when there's a child in need or a wave of migrants returning home to Nepal in a pandemic. It means so much to me to support BlinkNow because I know that my funds will translate into real impact...lasting impact. I'm so proud of the work that they do.

It's been a few years since a friend of mine introduced me to Blink Now. I was immediately captivated by Maggie's story and the story of all the women and children of Nepal. Here was a young woman who saw a need in the world and chose to answer a call. It made me self reflect and ask: What can I do?
I am so proud to volunteer with this amazing organization. The work they do at the children's home, the Kopila school, the health clinic, and women's center are all so inspiring. It always amazes me how resourceful and dedicated each and every person associated with the foundation is. They are determined to see a better world for these women and children. They are dedicated to living a more sustainable lifestyle. They see themselves as part of the larger global picture and I couldn't be prouder to be but a small part of that puzzle.

It is amazing and truly humbling to watch how Blink Now has improved the lives for so many children and families in Nepal. It is so inspiring for the children of Nepal to know that someone truly does care. The organization is very efficient in making sure every dollar donated goes directly to those most in need. I am proud to be a sponsor of this great organization.

It is hard to imagine a world where electricity for light and warmth, clean running water, or even safe forms of basic shelter do not freely exist. Yet for the vast majority of the population in rural Nepal, this is the norm. Such harsh circumstances leave many children, uneducated, unfed, and unloved! However, in a remote region known as Surkhet, things are changing for the most vulnerable and those deemed most needy.
Through a vision that they remain true to, co-founders Maggie and Top and the entire BlinkNow team, provide a safe haven for the poorest women and children of the region either in the form of free educational schooling, vocational training, feeding programs, or residential care for orphaned children or at-risk youngsters.

Through their own ethics, morals, and governance, I have witnessed first-hand (on numerous occasions,) how every cent of every donation is lovingly and aptly applied to enhance the lives of not only those that they directly care for but for the local community too. As an organization, BlinkNow are strong and experienced but they are never too big to accept help and advice in all areas which will help them to enhance their mission. They continually reset their goals and are never complacent with what they have achieved.

As a result, I am honored to say that not only for myself, but my family and my friends, likewise, we have supported BlinkNow through its initial decade and we will all continue to do so as it enters its next one!

BlinkNow transforms the lives of children, women, and families in Nepal, one of the most income-poor countries in the world. At a time when many of us are reflecting so deeply on local and global structural inequities and our roles in either perpetuating or breaking those cycles, what an amazing way to act now and make an almost instant difference. For the cost of going out to dinner with my family of 4 in SF (which is on pause because of the pandemic), I can make a donation to support quality education for a whole month for a BlinkNow scholar, which I have every confidence will be a gift that keeps giving. Thank you, Maggie, Bidisa, and the whole team for being there for those who need BlinkNow most!