Himalayan Children's Charities Inc

Year after year, HCC continues to fulfill their mission of providing the necessary support for at risk youth to pursue an education. They do it with compassion and grace, and values that will serve them well for their entire lives.

This organization is truly dedicated to improving the lives of children, and it shows in everything they do. From educational programs to community events, they offer endless opportunities for kids to learn, grow, and thrive. One of the things that impressed me most was their genuine care for every child. They’ve created a safe, welcoming environment where kids can learn, be themselves and discover their unique strengths. If you're looking for a nonprofit that makes a real difference, I can’t recommend HCC highly enough. Their dedication to helping children succeed is inspiring, and it’s clear they’re creating a brighter future for every child they reach.

I have been working with Himalayan Children's Charities for many years now, supporting several children and am impressed not only with the professional and effective approach to identifying, supporting, monitoring, and providing detailed feedback on the needy children and families they are supporting, but with the care and sensitivity they provide in doing so.

It has been two years since I joined HCC. I come from a poor family background. I completed my schooling at a good school in Kathmandu. Since I secured good marks in the Secondary Education Examination (SEE), the school headmaster and teachers recommended me to HCC. Also, my parents could not afford an education for my high school. HCC understood my situation and of my academic performance, so I became part of HCC.
I feel fortunate to be part of HCC as I never thought that life would be so convenient and worthwhile. In HCC they focus on individual growth. We are provided with a quality education and better lifestyles. I learned the concept of giving back to society. We not only focus on study but also learning activities from minor to complex. We do volunteer in our free time. We utilise our free time by learning, cooking, gardening, etc.
I would like to give special thanks to all the HCC supporters, and sponsors for changing our lives through your support and guidance.

I was supported till Grade.12 by a different organization before I got support from HCC. My elder brother got supported from HCC and due to his dedication in studies and hard work, I also was lucky to be in HCC. Similarly, I also secured good marks in my Grade.12 (Science) and I was motivated to study Medicine from the very beginning. I was enrolled HCC in 2019. I am now studying Bachelor in Medicine and Bachelor in Surgery (MBBS) and I am in the third year. I have been supported by HCC for education, food and accommodation and travel to study MBBS in a different city away from HCC family.

HCC has provided good platform for many orphaned, financially weak and also deserving students of Nepal by providing financial, logistic and educational supports along with motivating each student to dream big. With education being the main focus, HCC also focuses on life- skills like providing mentorship sessions with keeping mind in each student's capability, supporting their aim, and teaching us to give back to the community where we belong and also where we live.

I want to extend my gratitude to all the sponsors and supporters for supporting our education and caring for our well- being.

I was 12 years old when I got supported from HCC. I used to study in a government school when I was in the village. I had six family members in my family; me, my father, mother, younger sister and two younger brothers. My father used to work as a mason and mother was a house- wife. We did not have proper food and shelter. Also, they could not afford to send us to the good boarding schools. Similarly, the sole earnings that my father used to make was not enough to raise me and my three other siblings. One of the teacher nearby my school knew us and also that teachers son was a receipents of HCC scholarship, he recommended me to HCC as I was eldest in the family and due to my family condition.
I was then, supported by HCC from Grade 5 in one of the reputed school in Dhading.

My life after joining HCC has totally changed. My studies was not good and after being placed in the boarding school my studies improved and I became active in the extra curricular activities. I feel HCC like my family as they are for me to support my dreams and care for me. As, I had problem in my left elbow, HCC helped to fix it and now I am fine.

I feel fortunate as the member of HCC. With HCC support, I feel loved and cared for. I am now staying in HCC housing and getting opportunity to study further for my Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSc Nursing). HCC has also been helping me for my personal growth with the platform to explore and learn skills.

I am happy and grateful for being loved by all the people here in HCC. All the members are siblings to me who motivatives and supports me. I feel blessed to be a part of HCC which has helped me to shape me into a young confident person. Thank you everyone who has been supporting to fulfill my dreams.

I was 8 years old, when I came to HCC. Before coming to HCC I was in the orphanage. I was kept in the orphanage by my my father and I used to visit my family during my school vacation. Due to the unstability of the orphanage, I was supported by Himalayan Children Charities and I was brought to the group home in 2013.
HCC supported me from when I was in Grade.3. I got to study in one of the best disciplined school where I pursued my secondary education. After my GRADE.12 I stayed in HCC housing where I learned basic life skills like; cooking, shopping, gardening, managing pocket money, etc.

I studied Proficiency Certificate Level in Ophthalmic Science (three years course) from one of the most reputed college in Nepal; Tilganga Institute of Opthalmology. I recently appeared for my 3rd year exam and been waiting for my result to be published. I am now preparing for my medical license exam.

I am very grateful to HCC for providing me with the support, love, care and good environment. The opportunities and training I have been getting from here has helped me become a confident person.

HCC has been providing essential school supplies, personal care items, and uniforms to five schools in Benighat Dhading, benefiting over 250 students. Additionally, we offer educational scholarships to more than 85 students throughout the Dhading district. Our support focuses on underprivileged, abandoned, orphaned, disadvantaged, and marginalized students, giving us a valuable opportunity to directly engage with these individuals and their schools.

Himalayan Children's Charities is making a life-changing impact by providing education and mentorship to children in Nepal, empowering them to build brighter futures.

I am amazed by the dedication HCC shows in supporting at-risk youth, giving them the tools and guidance they need to succeed.

The work that HCC does in transforming the lives of orphans and disadvantaged children is truly inspiring and impactful.

Himalayan Children's Charities is an organization that genuinely cares, investing in education and leadership development to help children thrive.

HCC’s commitment to empowering Nepal’s youth through education and strong community support is truly remarkable and heartfelt.

I've had the privilege of witnessing the incredible impact Himalayan Children's Charities (HCC) has on the lives of children in Nepal. Their commitment to providing education, mentorship, and holistic support to orphans and at-risk youth is truly inspiring. HCC goes beyond just financial aid, fostering a sense of family and community for these children, empowering them to rise above their circumstances.

Volunteered here. Great nonprofit. Highly trustworthy and people are great. Experience was eye-opening.

I have been a friend of Himalayan Children's Charities now for 8 years! I have wonderful memories of being at Khushi Ghar, hanging out with the HCC ladies, and even visiting students with my sister, Sadie Green in Jiri.
And when Sadie brought a boy in Bode's case which is my neighborhood to HCC. HCC team members spoke to the family and agreed to help him too. I'm so grateful for that. I hope it gives him the extra support he needs during these difficult times so that he can achieve anything and everything in life!
Thank you HCC Nepal.

HCC has always been a safe home for me. It has taught me to be a strong woman.HCC has given me hope to do something in the future. I look forward to a bright future and giving back to HCC. It has helped me get a good education and home. I feel very safe and happy to be around all my brothers and sisters in HCC. HCC has helped me build my confidence and speak fluently in front of people. I am very thankful to be a part of HCC. Thank you HCC for supporting me.

I love the work this non-profit is doing to help kids learn, grow and evolve. I appreciate the transparency in how they work and feel highly confident knowing my donation is making a difference in helping the kids in the HCC program.
I sponsor a child in the program as well as I have made general donations. I got to witness first hand in visiting Nepal the impact HCC is having with the kids in the program. They are truly providing a family environment, something that has been missing with the kids, in addition to providing a platform for the kids getting an education.

HCC is the best non profit organisation that helps orphan and abandoned children’s financially, emotionally and socially. It provides education to enhance confidence among vulnerable children to uplift their life and become leaders of their own life.

Getting to know HCC (Helping Children in Nepal) has been an eye-opening experience, and I'm genuinely impressed by the tremendous impact this non-profit has on the lives of Nepali children. HCC's commitment to nurturing young minds holistically and equipping them with the tools for success is truly commendable.

What strikes me most about HCC is their remarkable infrastructure. They provide a safe, nurturing environment where children can grow and flourish. The dedication to creating conducive living conditions and educational facilities is evident in the confident and motivated youngsters HCC helps shape.

The founders of HCC are truly exceptional individuals. Their relentless dedication to the children's well-being, both within their homes and their education, sets a remarkable example. Their commitment to finding ways to continually enhance the quality of life for these children is truly heartwarming.

I spent time with the group and was impressed at the offering. It truly is an empowering endeavor that fills a gap in the social services in Nepal. They truly support the kids educational dreams and provides real opportunities for them to improve their lives and Nepal!

It has been an absolute honor to support this charity and watch the amazing work they do in Nepal. They have created a wonderful environment where kids can learn and grow and realize their potential as humans. The team at HCC are truly inspiring.

Himalayan Children's Charities has an amazing track record of changing the lives of abandoned and orphaned Nepali children. The first children who became part of the HCC family are now educated adult professionals providing leadership and giving back to their communities in Nepal.
More than twenty years later, HCC continues to provide a family, a safe place to live, life skills, education, and a path to leading a successful life to the most vulnerable children in Katmandu and in more remote mountain villages.
I am grateful to HCC for making the world a better place!

I have been with HCC for more than 20 years, and it has been an amazing experience to learn about life and to live the dream life that HCC has helped me achieve.

I would want to express my gratitude to the whole staff at Himalayan Children's Charities for everything that they are doing for poor and deserving students in rural Nepal. I have to admit that HCC is doing an excellent job and changing lives for thousands of underprivileged students who couldn't afford faculty.

HCC has helped me to be who I am today; confident, independent, and a talented woman. I am really grateful for all the immense love and support. I cannot imagine how my life would be today without the generous help from HCC.

HCC has done the best work in helping students who are deprived of education and basic needs. Not only that, it has provided shelter and a big family that each can lean on. It has provided us with the best memories and has always made us proud.

During our trip last summer to Nepal, we conducted a supply run one day to one of the villages outside Kathmandu. "It gladdened me immensely to visit a school and see the wonderful smiles of the kids. In one class, the students were studying computer science—without ever seeing a computer! It made me realize how privileged we are in the West. Here, we take things for granted that people elsewhere long for.

What if we could send a few computers to the school? What if we could provide an opportunity to those bright students to become the computer scientists of the future?

We met two beautiful eleven-year-old young girls who had been supported by HCC since becoming orphaned at age four. They were apparently the smartest kids in the school and doing extremely well.

American sponsors of these youngsters send them letters along with clothing, sweets, and school supplies—then by computer watch the smiles on their faces as they open the packages.

What will stay with me always is how important it is to help such children. I hope to return one day and create more opportunities for these kids. They need someone to care for them—especially the girls, who in so many societies enjoy fewer opportunities. Please help sponsor a child!

I have had the honor and privilege of working with Himalayan Children's Charities for over two years. Himalayan Children's Charities has poured its resources, heart, soul, and time into improving the lives of at-risk-youth in Nepal for over 20 years. This was achieved through investing in quality education, providing a loving family environment, and mentorship. As a sponsor of a 16 year old young lady; she is growing and thriving as a woman, a leader, and as a student of the arts. None of this would have been possible without the love, dedication, vision, and heart of Bruce and Susan Keenan with whom this vision became a reality over 20 years ago. It is my wish that Himalayan Children's Charities will continue to empower and change the lives of underserved and orphaned children in Nepal for decades to come.

Best social nonprofit organization working for the welfare of Nepalese children’s by providing good quality education and transformation their lives.

I have been watching this charity for many years. I continue to be amazed at what they have accomplished, as well as the level of love and commitment expressed in the actions of those making it happen day to day. I believe change happens more enduringly at the individual level, and what this organization accomplishes is very powerful, giving individuals who were without hope, the opportunity to make a difference in society by contributing their talents that have been so beautifully nurtured, and allowing them to give back as well.

I am very grateful towards each and every board member, Active sponsor Who has done a 100%sacrifice+ dedication to make this non profit organization. I am One of the result of HCC.

Transparency is key to the success of non-profits. I have been in connection with HCC since my last trip to Nepal in 2018 and every year I speak personally to the founder and discuss the evolution of the organization. There are not many non-profits where you can do that. They not only have transparency and strong ethical values but have helped so many children in need of an opportunity.

Have been working with HCC for over 4 years now and found them to have a clear purpose, responsible and practical approach to improving the lives of underserved children, solid follow-up and mentoring activities, honest, open, and caring.

HCC transformed my life by giving me the best quality of education and a family that I will always have by my side. It has given me confident to take up on any challenges that comes.

Multiple opportunities to make a difference with this non-profit. Choose one-time donations in any amount, contribute to special relief projects, or sponsor a child monthly at multiple cost-points based on the child's grade level and location. HCC provides regular updates on my sponsored child complete with photos. The founders are incredibly responsive to enquiries and concerns. Confidently recommend. HCC fills me with confidence that my donations are used wisely and are handled by competent and compassionate professionals.

I’ve had a wonderful experience as a supporter and as a donor. They did an absolutely STELLAR job running their annual end of year fundraiser virtually during COVID.

They are very communicative and honest. I’ve been a supporter of HCC for 5 years. I will continue to support them in years to come.

I have been an HCC donor for the last five years. And while I am only able to donate small amounts, I trust that every dollar I send is being used to help these amazing kids in Nepal.
Through social media and email updates, HCC constantly keeps us supporters updated on what is going on in Nepal, and it is great to watch these students learn, grow, and flourish!
Thanks to HCC for all the work you do!

HCC is the gold standard of charities. Founders- Bruce and Susan Keenan recognized a need while visiting Nepal and helped create a new paradigm - a best practice for sustainability within the lives of orphaned, at-risk and abandoned youth.

Through innovative programs, HCC provides transformational educational opportunities for some of the most vulnerable children on the planet. It works by empowering youth with a heart, mind and soul trifecta of nurturing care, education and mentorship. By partnering with NGO’s in Nepal it helps link and provide support with rich cultural resources and provides opportunities so the children have healthy, happy lives and become leaders in their communities. Cycles of poverty are changed and new futures of hope and promise are possible.

An investment in this small, yet mighty charity helps create global leaders. It represents the promise of the best of humankind; ultimately honoring being human — by being kind!

Firstly to be honest, I consider HCC as a magician because HCC has brought drastic positive change in my unsecure life. I have been very privileged and would love to express my genuine acknowledgement and inform you that HCC has become a part of my life since I was 6 years old. HCC never hesitates to help me in times of obstacles. HCC has been standing beside me to help before I’ll face any challenges in my future.HCC have been playing a dual role in my life. HCC is both a staircase showing me the way to my success and tread to prevent me from falling down.
I would love to convey my modest hat tip to HCC who is also my backbone of my life to support me in every tough situation.

The HCC's done steady work to put the difficulties of Nepalese orphans on the radar of donors like me in New York City, where I live. The fundraising events I've attended have included compelling individual stories of tenacity and love in the face of poverty and disaster. If you're so moved to sponsor a child's schooling for a year, you receive progress reports and photos from the kids as they grow and learn. HCC's closeness to the families and children they serve in Nepal means they can track the path of your donations, keep you up to date on their progress, and put you in touch with the kids you help. To do all of that in a country so in need of assistance means fairly modest donations go a long way.

I have been a part of HCC since 2014 and this charity is extremely close to my heart. This nonprofit does not only the absolute best job of providing education to underprivileged children, but is building a future generation of leaders. The charity remains committed to giving Nepali children a bright future and happy home as they continue to expand their efforts with students who have graduated from their program. Their goal to connect today’s youth across the world is apparent as students in the US are able to communicate regularly with Nepali students, building a deep global connection. It warms my heart to see the true impact they have made on hundreds of students in Nepal. If you are looking to make a REAL impact, Himalayan Children’s Charities is your charity.

I was made aware of this worthwhile charity by a friend who works with them. HCC does excellent work in assisting children, in helping them grow to their greatest potential. They are wonderful in their commitment to these children in need. I will continue to support their worthy cause as they are a truly caring charity.

A beautiful organization founded by Bruce and Susan Keenan of Atlanta, Georgia. Its heart is family-focused: teaching youth life-skills, cooperation; offering scholarships, internships, opportunities to reach beyond a standard education. I was introduced to HCC through one of my former students, Sadie Green - then program coordinator for HCC- and was afforded a beautiful opportunity to work with students at HCC's group home in Kathmandu. The love and support in this organization is palpable. I was especially thrilled to work with seventeen year-old-Beena, creating her first chapbook of poetry (available on Amazon soon). Thank you Sadie. Thank you Bruce and Susan. Thank you HCC for all the amazing memories! You are a beautiful group of people making a tremendous difference in the lives of so many!

I am very impressed with how this organization leverages its funding to change the lives of wonderful young people.

It’s such an amazing cause and well organized. The events held are informative and have been very engaging. It’s amazing to see so many young lives impacted and shaped because of this charity. It was great to actually meet one of the children last year and I truly commend all the great work this charity has done for the children in Nepal. It truly is like a large family!

It has been 10 years since Himalayan children charities has helped me and I’m also getting additional support like learning about mentorship skills , quality education etc. I’m now in +12 and I’m studying Hotel management in Saipal Academy. For me HCC is like a family where we get love and support. Through this love and support I’m inspire to do more and more good things in my life. This is the best place where abandoned and underprivileged children’s like me get a platform to fulfill their need and reach to their destinity.

Recently, I had the opportunity to travel to Nepal as a high school volunteer for HCC. Here I saw just how incredible the work HCC is doing to transform the lives of children who are less fortunate. HCC not only gives children, whose families are no longer able to support them or have abandoned them, a top of the line education but also includes them in the nurturing HCC family which mentors them to become successful individuals in the future. On my visit, I was able to see how the children who had grown up through HCC's program had become inspiring leaders who were making an immense positive impact on their community. Joining HCC has truly given me a whole new perspective and shown me what it means to make a difference in the world.

U r doing great job by educating Young Nepalese.Education is the base to grow & glow.Their growth not only will be their own personal growth but it will contribute to the national growth,which will benefit everybody.Keep up the good work all the very best.
Neelu Thapa Sapkota.

I looked at various different charities and studied them before deciding to be a life time supporter of HCC and sponsoring a child. HCC is a very genuine, and transparent organization. I know where my money is going. I can talk to the child I sponsor. I see the progress of all the kids under their umbrella. My kids had the privilege to visit Nepal this summer, and witness the great work done by HCC. I feel very blessed to be able to make a positive impact on these kids, and thanks to HCC for this opportunity.

Probably the best and genuine non-profits in Nepal! The staffs are amazing, the founders Bruce and Susan Keenans are true angels with big hearts to offer their resources, time and love to the children of Nepal. HCC has changed lives of several orphaned and abandoned children by providing them opportunities, education and care. Now the organization is transitioning to be run by the HCC youths! What a great concept and success. Congratulations!

HCC has been supporting me since I was in grade 1. I am now in my bachelors, and I am studying ACCA. HCC is a blessing because if I had not got the support I would not be in this place. It's like a family and we get lots of love and support. Through this love and support I'm motivated to do more and more good in my life and whatever I'm doing - in my studies, my career, and in my community. To anyone who is reading this, I hope you find the work of HCC inspiring and doing great for students like us who don't have any privilege. Thank you.

Himalayan Children Charities has been supporting me since 2003. I was very fortunate to be sponsored by Himalayan Children Charities as their arrival provided me with proper care, nourishment, mentorship, life skills and quality education. In 2018, I am pursuing my undergraduate degree in Computer Science and information technology in one of the best and most reputed IT college of Nepal with the support from Himalayan Children Charities. Had Himalayan Children Charities not been with me, I would not be what I am today.
Just like me, there are 54 students who are in different level of school and university whose life has been different with the support of Himalayan Children Charities. Himalayan Children Charities is making difference in the life of one child at a time and if you are considering making difference in the world, then Himalayan Children Charities is the best platform.

My wife and I have been supporting HCC since its inception, and can only say that Bruce and Susan Keenan have a stellar record of giving and serving. They put all donation money the foundation receives to work: into food, housing, and education for the kids. The results have been both miraculous and heart-warming.

Namaste,

I am Saraswati Banstola and I am 20 years old. Currently I am taking my Bachelors in Medical Imaging Technology and I am in my second year. I study in Universal College of Medical Sciences which is in Terai region of Nepal.

I have been in HCC for 15 years. Before coming to HCC I lived in an orphanage where I didn't have good food, proper dress and better place to sleep. But now I have the greatest and the loveliest family and wonderful sponsors.

I have been staying away from home to complete my bachelors. I have learnt a lot of things staying by myself. I feel responsible and independent making my own decisions and managing financial stuffs. HCC has given me an opportunity to experience life outside of Kathmandu Valley (capital city) and it is totally worth it. I feel so happy staying outside from the capital city and experiencing life in different part of Nepal.

Thank you.

I am so impressed with the work of HCC. The founders and staff work tirelessly on behalf of children in Nepal.
The video called Monika's Story 2017 always brings tears to my eyes. (It can be viewed under galleries/video on the HCC.org website).
The continued expansion and support for the children of the Dhading district is impressive. It provides children who have lost a parent in the earthquake with the means to go to school and supports extended family members to care for them. HCC is changing the lifetime trajectory for many children.

On a trip to Nepal earlier in the year I was able to visit a HCC home and speak with some amazing young people who were then venturing into higher education. It was incredible what these young people were achieving and how they really put there all in to this. The adults in which worked within the house we visited were extremely welcoming and was great just to have a real insight into the HCC charity. As well as learning about them we as a group of people spoke about our professions and how these change in different countries, how we went about achieving them and then also about our lives back in our homes (in the case the U.K.) I hope these young people achieve great things; it was a pleasure to meet them and great to see they are being given the chance to do this!

Along with some fellow professionals on a trip to Nepal, I was able to visit HCC's facility in Kathmandu. HCC invited us to meet with their students as a cultural broadening exchange. The students we met were in various stages of preparing for higher education or entering the workforce (I understand they work with younger children as well, but it was less applicable for our visit). The visit enabled us to learn about the culture and life of the Nepalis, and allowed the students to learn from our established professional careers. The students were able to ask questions about our various professions and learn about the qualifications in the different countries we represented.

HCC's facility and staff were superb. Setting up the international cultural exchange was a great idea for the students and us travelers alike!

Chris from USA

I've been in the HCC orbit for the past 10 years, and have learned so much about how to run and grow a vehicle for social good. Bruce and Susan bring their natural love of human beings into their work, and give their HCC kids both the material and moral support they need to develop into mature, curious, and successful adults. I have little doubt that HCC will continue to grow and deepen its programming, and become an increasing important part of the Nepalese landscape. I find this prospect to be particularly encouraging, because I get the sense that the children that HCC takes into its arms will exit the program inspired to make their own positive mark on the world - they will aim to pay their good fortune forward, as we all should.

I have been a part of HCC since 2004 and from then I have a really strong bond with this organization. I was supported by this organization when I was in Class.4. My parents weren’t able to look after me. They were economically weak and had to put me in an orphanage when I was four years old. I don’t remember anything from my early childhood, not even my mother and the village. I was too small when I put into the orphanage to remember. In the orphanage, I had my friends but felt really sad as I always felt the emptiness of not being with my parents. When I look back to the day when I was selected in this program, it was the happiest day of my life. We were in a group and were enrolled in a good boarding school in Kathmandu. I was a shy girl at first in school but later on I gained self-confidence and was outspoken. I got sponsors, Jeff and Diane, who treated me as their daughter and gave me the love of the parents, which always made me feel cared for. Many thanks to our HCC founders Mr. Bruce Keenan and Mrs.Susan Keenan for this initiative to help children like us.


After our Class.10 School Leaving Certificate (SLC), we had no place to go, and so we were kept in a youth home named Khushi Ghar, which means Happy Home, where we were given life skills training of cooking, cleaning, staying in the family, celebrating our festivals with the family members and most importantly the mentorship training. We got our mother and father in Hira Aunt and Dinesh uncle. Everything we got was so much valuable and precious to us; from the study support to the bonding with all the brothers and sisters here. The hardest thing for me after my Class.11 was meeting my father, whom I met after 20 years. I thought after meeting he would have cared for me but that wasn’t the case. Even then, I did not feel the lack of love from him, as I have my sponsor Jeff caring me as his own daughter. Jeff’s trip to Nepal the next year to meet me meant the world to me. At Khushi Ghar we are people from different backgrounds, communities and districts but still we are living together as our own family sharing the same bond.


After completion of my university I got to be one of the staff of Himalayan Children’s Charities looking after the new program- Dhading Children’s Initiative (DCI). Now I am an independent girl working to support myself and living on my own. The self-confidence in me to do better in life, and the degree that I hold (Bachelor in Business Studies) are the biggest accomplishments that I have. The HCC graduation program was a big day of my life as I realized the drastic change in my life prior to 13 years ago. Now I look at my life and find a positive change in me; I look after many programs of HCC; Dhading Children’s Initiative (DCI) and the school support to the children in different schools of Nepal; Dhading, Nuwakot, Dolakha. I am also involved in project coordination for Creating Possibilities, Nepal. I feel so privileged to be a part of this program as I was a student of this program and now an active staff member.


The changes in me, my identity as an independent youth of Nepal, and my readiness to move forward with a vision of helping the needy children and women is all possible all because of HCC.

Hello! I am Khil Bahadur Thapa, graduating student supported by Himalayan Children's Charity for past 15 years in my education, training, accommodation and food. I have been so lucky out of many to get this support. Today I am what I got from HCC. They have always been supportive in the things that I love to do and provided me guidance, care and love. I am Public Health graduate from one of the prestigious colleges in the country, and currently working as a program coordinator in one of the youth-leading NGOs called YUWA, where I also serve as a Secretary. Like me, there are many other children who are pursuing their educations with full support from HCC. Besides academic support HCC believes in all round development of children, regardless of their family backgrounds. This is because we are children who do not have either or both parents. Life skills training and links with experts in the field are other very important parts of HCC. Here, we live as a big family helping each other. This helps us to live together in the society later when we graduate from HCC. Out of many things that I got and learned from HCC, giving back is what most fascinates me and I have been doing this through small steps. I feel really blessed and pleased to write my review for such a great organization.

HCC is supporting about 100 kids who were orphaned by the earthquakes in 2015. These kids are from Dhading district where I come from too. With the help from HCC, those kids have been able to continue their school and dream big. I have personally met over 40 of these kids and they highly appreciate the help they have been receiving from HCC and partners. I find that Susan, Bruce and Sadie are all about helping those who needs. I am very glad that they are doing great works in Nepal and making a difference in the lives of those kids who lost their loving parents.

I have been a donor to HCC since Nepal suffered the devastating earthquake in April 2015 that orphaned so many of her vulnerable children. It was evident to me that HCC is an organization of great integrity which would channel the donations from individuals such as myself to where they were most needed - to provide direct services to these children. This March, I had the opportunity to travel to Nepal, visit HCC's group home in Kathmandu and meet a number of the children who have benefited from the program along with HCC's founders and local staff.
HCC has been in operation for over 15 years and I was also honored to attend the a ceremony honoring the first college graduating class of HCC, a number of whom had been children rescued by the program since its founding.I was so impressed by the program's mission, which is to support and encourage these young people who have lost everything to attain the highest level of education they are capable of, to become leaders of positive change in their impoverished culture, to nurture and give back to one another in order to create a real sense of family. And it works. I and others who had travelled to Nepal together were so moved by our personal connections with these vibrant and genuinely happy and motivated young people and so humbled by the dedication and vision of the founders and staff of HCC that we organized a fundraiser in our hometown when we returned to the U.S. I will continue to support HCC and encourage others to do the same.

We have been supporters of Himalayan Children's Charity for many years now but had an opportunity to go to Nepal for the first time in March. It was incredible and enlightening to experience such a rich and vibrant culture and to see, first-hand, our sponsored child and the entire HCC family, in their element, in Kathmandu.

My husband and I went to Nepal knowing about it's dire economic situation and poverty, but we were still unprepared for the culture shock we felt. Seeing the living situations of some Nepalis and the post-earthquake wreckage, made us appreciate and respect the work of HCC even more. To have taken these extremely unfortunate children out of orphanages, and off the streets, and given them a real chance at life- an opportunity to become something- is truly extraordinary.

On two occasions, we visited HCC's "Kushi Ghar" (Happy Home), where the sponsored kids stay when they are not in boarding school. It was located in a nice, safe neighborhood. As the older kids showed us around, they explained that they learned basic life skills here; how to cook, do chores, maintain cleanliness and be a responsible person. We had many opportunities to spend quality time with the kids throughout the trip. They guided us during our sightseeing, took us through the markets and helped us negotiate, celebrated a Nepali wedding with us, and a few of them even came along on a three day trek in the amazing Annapurna mountains with us.

On our last day, we were able to see the first of the HCC children graduate at the beautiful Yak & Yeki Hotel. As I looked around at the children's faces here, and not only the graduates, it made me realize something: the HCC kids looked different than other children in Nepal. They smile with confidence; they are educated; and each of them speak with excitement about following their dreams and giving back to their country. This is what HCC is about and why we love to support them.

I visited the HCC headquarters during my recent visit to Nepal and met the staff and some of the children they serve. i am very impressed with their programs and with the young people who have been served by them. I have volunteered to help with a fund raiser in my community and support their good work.

I visited the HCC while in Kathmandu, Nepal. It was wonderful to see many of the young adults who had been served by this charity; some since early childhood. Some of these children were orphaned or abandoned. The Signature Program, which is a rural program, works with children who were abandoned or orphaned during the 2015 7.8 earthquake, which killed around 10,000 people. These children live with extended families in the outlying villages. The Charity works with the local schools. Many of these children had been living in state orphanages . Over 150 children are currently being served in this program. The villages in which they live are very remote and sometimes high up in the hills. Some people walk for miles over very rough terrain to attend their schools and to receive other kinds of help. The people who work with this charity are mainly volunteers; there are two full time staff in Nepal. Any volunteer who works with the program pay for their own travel and living expenses.
We visited the boarding home and school in Kathmandu. These children were adolescents and some of them were getting ready for graduation. When they graduate from High School, they are given a stipend and some of them move into their own apartments. They are given schooling for different professional choices. They are also schooled in life skills. Nine of the ten graduates now have jobs in Nepal. They are provided with a large network of social support as they navigate the complexities of working in Nepal. Nepal is a very poor country, and the problems are enormous.
i was very impressed with what I saw. Our friend Sadie Green is one of the Directors in this program. While we were in Nepal, we went to her wedding, marrying a Nepalese man from Kathmandu. They live in Kathmandu and Sadie travels a lot for her job; sometimes she walks for two days to get into the remote villages to work with the children.
It is a very deserving program and is deserving of the kinds of donations that will help continue and expand the organization.

I'm honored to write and recommend HCC as a outstanding non-profit organization.
I was a part of HCC on the graduation day in March 2016. This was the first time that HCC was able to produce graduates with university degrees.

I participated in the graduation program. I listened to the two individuals (girl and a boy) who gave the speeches. They talked about their journey with the HCC. They thanked Bruce and Susan and the HCC team who helped them to raise and be university graduate. When they spoke, they made audiences into their tears.
I saw that how much HCC has given them, not only the education and care, but also the confidence and hope.

I had a chance to work with other children during the program. They were all very smart and happy. I also talked with some sponsors who have been sponsoring these children for over 10 years. The sponsors were like parents to these children. And they seemed very proud.
Overall, I am very happy to be the part of HCC in some ways and to see these children growing. Kudos to HCC family who has worked tirelessly to put these children in school and supporting them.

Soma and I have supported HCC since its inception, and finally made it to Nepal for our once-in-a-lifetime encounter with some beautiful young souls. Thanks to Bruce, Susan, Dinesh and all the others who make the daily sacrifices necessary to build young minds, bodies, and spirits!

We have been involved with HCC for over ten years by supporting our child Laxmi who has grown into a smart, confident loving young lady because of the love and guidance she was given by HCC since a young age. I have personally traveled to the group home in Katmandu to see for myself the wonderful work they do. These children would be out on the streets or worse if it wasn't for the loving hand of HCC. The group home is amazing in how the children help each other to become their best. Laxmi is graduating college! How amazing is that?

I had the great pleasure of working with HCC this past June when I produced a fundraising concert here in Honolulu , Hawaii to help raise funds for the earthquake relief in Nepal. From the very beginning of the fund-raising process, my interactions with Bruce Keenan and HCC were very professional and informative. I knew from the very start how the money I was going to raise would to be distributed in Nepal . This was most helpful when informing my concert-goers and donors around the world who wanted to help.

It was also wonderful to have direct contact with Dinesh in Nepal during this time as he was able to give me daily updates of what was actually happening right there in Nepal. I so appreciated his making a video for us as well to show everyone here in Hawaii how much they appreciated our help. It made our connection to HCC very personal and reassured the donors that we were working directly with people in Nepal.

I also very much appreciate how HCC focuses so much on the well-being of children in Nepal and their current efforts to helps orphans from the recent earthquake receive an education is nothing short of inspiring . With Sadie Maya now onboard the HCC team with Bruce, Susan, and Dinesh, I can only see HCC making a bigger, more effective impact for the children of Nepal.

I am very much looking forward to being in Nepal this coming March to have direct contact with HCC and see where the funds I raised this past June are now being used.in the villages in and around Kathmandu. This will be a wonderful way to report back to all the friends who have helped here in Hawaii.

Keep doing great work, HCC ! You have my support, 100%

HCCI helped to educate children who were affected by the earthquake. I was desperate to find a sponsor for two children. Bruce, Dinesh Thapa, and Sadie coordinated and decided to fund for the children. This is a great humanitarian work at this time of crisis.

I volunteered for HCC during the summer of 2014 and was blown away by how much the organization really makes a difference in the everyday lives of so many people. While in Nepal, the children and staff members would regularly tell me how thankful they were for the assistance, while also expressing optimism for the organization and their own futures. HCC goes beyond simply giving a home and basic education to these children. The organization and its staff members foster a warm-hearted and open atmosphere where the kids feel free to express themselves and pursue their studies and interests. At the same time, HCC does a great job in getting these children a high level of education and positioning them to be successful in the future.

What HCC does, taking the most disadvantaged kids and giving them a loving home with adult and peer support and access to quality education, is something that is truly impactful in every one of these kids lives, and ultimately positions them to be independent and successful in their futures. I am personally very grateful that HCC exists because of the enormous amount of good it does in Nepal and the world, and I would encourage prospective volunteers to think about signing up to help. The experience of volunteering for HCC has helped me grow as a person and become more open minded and knowledgable about some of the challenges that face so many people in the world. I had never been to Nepal or a country like it before, and the experience of volunteering there for HCC has positively impacted my world view.

I have been involved with HCC for 5 years, and on the board of advisers for two years.
HCC has committed time, energy and resources to over 50 orphaned and destitute children in Nepal.
HCC has a profound commitment to provide not only the basic education, food, shelter, and health care, but they have created a home for the children with a family-like environment, holiday celebrations, and emotional support. The children receive classes in communication, team-building and essential life skills. Educational field trips and tutoring services are available for them.
HCC's commitment to provide education makes a huge difference for these children and teaching these children to be leaders not only for their country but for the world.
I'm honored to be affiliated with an organization that has such a love for children.

I was surprised how HCC operates and are helping orphan children in Nepal. I went to the HCC's khusi ghar(Home of Happiness -literal meaning), where the orphan children lived. Well, they were all late teenagers, who were studying post high school , some were in college-level.
I'm amazed that HCC actually supports a child all the way through college and have a strategic exit plan. Most non-profits working in Nepal don't support children all the way up to the college.
When I visited the HCC, the staffs were nice and welcoming. I also saw the children's rooms they were comfortable and very organized with all the facilities they needed. Boys and girls had separate floors with common kitchen.

There are thousands of NGOs in Nepal but very few are exceptional and deserve time to write a review. i'm glad that HCC is operating in Nepal, educating hundreds of orphan children and developing one child at a time. I wish them a bright future and wish that they get all the support they need from the government, donors, general public and everyone else.
Thank you!

I have been involved with HCC for 10 years, and on the board of advisers for six years.
HCC has committed time, energy and resources to over 50 orphaned and destitute children in Nepal. Due to the recent earthquakes, that number will greatly increase, and HCC is stepping up to provide resources and education for these children who have lost homes and family.
What sets HCC apart is that they provide not only the basic education, food, shelter, and health care, but they have created a home for the children with a family-like environment, holiday celebrations, and emotional support. The children receive classes in communication, team-building and essential life skills. Educational field trips and tutoring services are available for them.
With a literacy rate of only 57.4% in Nepal, HCC's commitment to provide education makes a huge difference, not only in the lives of the children in their care, but for the future of Nepal as a whole. This commitment is extended to include college or technical training. HCC students are studying to become health assistants, lab technicians, nurses, pharmacists, IT engineers, hotel and business managers, and accountants.
I'm glad to be a part of this wonderful organization that contributes so much.

We are so thankful and humbled to have met Bruce and Susan, and to be a part of such an amazing organization. My husband and I sponsor a beautiful young girl whose life has been so positively impacted by HCC. The kind of support and empowerment these children are given is extremely comprehensive- and at such a reasonable cost for a donor.

I wanted to be even more involved because the founders and volunteers are truly wonderful people and everything this charity does is very transparent. We look forward to supporting HCC for a long time and visiting the children in Nepal this Spring.

I really do not have proper words to thank Himalayan Children's Charities Inc for the work it has been doing in Nepal. While I was volunteering for earthquake affected people in Nepal after April 2015, I encountered with a person who lost 10 members of his family. He had his 2 years' old daughter and 4 years' old son survived, everything else destroyed. He was so traumatized when I first met with him that he even could not utter any word. At that time, I was moved my his situation but being myself as a graduate student, I could not help him financially. I talked with different people if anybody could help these kids. Finally, Himalayan Children's Charities took a very generous step for educating these kids. Their father was very happy and thankful to the organization. I am pleased and relieved now.

In my experience with Himalayan Children's Charities, I have been extremely impressed. Their commitment to children in Nepal is praiseworthy and their continuing hard work deserves recognition. From their organizational best practices to the on-the-ground love and support I've observed them provide to their students, HCC is an outstanding nonprofit. I became involved with this organization after the April 2015 earthquakes in Nepal, and when I approached them about the possibility of supporting the education of children in the villages who had lost parents in the quakes, they were willing to help. Now, we are collaborating in order to provide resources and support to dozens of children in very remote areas of Nepal. With this earthquake relief initiative, I have been particularly moved - not only by the heartfelt commitment to this work by the organization's directors and supporters - but also by the excellent leadership skills exhibited by the Nepali students in their program in Kathmandu. Thank you to all who help to make this work possible!

I am very much overwhelmed to write about Himalayan Childrens' Charities. I became a part of it since 2003. And infact i am very fortunate to be a part of it. From 18th september till 6th oct, i was in Nepal . I was staying in khusi ghar. I would like to thank you all for this oppurtunity to stay in khusi ghar!!

Himalayan Children's Charities is such a wonderful organization. You feel the passion that Bruce and Susan have to help the children and not only do they have passion, they do it! Love seeing the great work that HCC is doing and helping prepare the children for a life that they wouldn't have without HCC. Definitely recommend HCC, just check out their website and Facebook….simply amazing.

A fantastic charity! My partner is a board member and has visited Nepal with her son to experience first-hand the powerful work the HCC does for the children. Bruce and Susan are true champions for their cause.

HCC under the stewardship of Susan & Bruce Keenan, has done a fantastic job helping those most in need. Bruce saw the need first hand and they have dedicated their Lives to making a difference- what I love most, is that almost 100% of the money raised goes directly to the kids... Thank you both- keep up the Great work!

HCC is a wonderful organization that is making a huge impact on the lives of the 55 children they serve and the future generations of Nepalis. I have had the privilege of visiting Nepal and meeting the children and was able to see first hand how HCC and all the donors have profoundly changed the future of our world.

Our family is privileged to sponsor a child from Nepal through Himalayan Children's Charities. We donate with confidence that our resources are used wisely for our precious Jasmati. She is receiving a quality education, but she also receives guidance for all aspects of her life. I believe she will blossom into a responsible adult who will give back to the world. HCC does a great job keeping in touch with donors and educating us about the work being done on our behalf.

I cannot praise HCC highly enough for the incredible work they do for the children of Nepal; and with so few resources. All of the staff/volunteers give endlessly of themselves and utterly transform the lives of the children blessed enough to be welcomed into the great hearts of these people. I don't remember the exact statistics about what percentage of the monies donated goes directly into the work, but I do recall that it is much, much more than any other charity I have ever heard of. That is a major issue with me, and I always check before I donate money to anyone. Bravo to HCC!

I have sponsored Khil since he was 10 years old through HCC, and now I am helping him through college--the College of Public Health. He wants to open clinics in rural Nepal where there is no health services. He writes beautiful, loving letters, full of news about his life, schooling, friends and challenges. He is now giving back to Nepal by volunteering, building schools, and working in the community. He is so loving and grateful---he gives me much joy, and we are very close. Being a sponsor though HCC is one of the most gratifying experiences of my life. Thank you!

When our family discovered HCC, we were immediately attached to the 2 girls that we sponsored and the amazing work that they do. The founders, Bruce and Susan Keenan are delightful and hardworking. Their commitment to help these children is honorable. We look forward to traveling to Nepal this winter with our children to visit Kushi Gar.

I visited Himalayan Children's Charities in Nepal for one month this summer. I had a fantastic time in Nepal and the experience really helped open my eyes to the tangible good that this charity has been able to and continues to accomplish. I really enjoyed interacting with the children and was quite moved by many of the stories that were shared. The charity staff create a great environment for the kids to learn and develop and a strong camaraderie exists among the kids. All in all, it was a pleasure to volunteer with this charity and I could not have more respect for the efforts of everyone involved in creating and keeping this organization running.

I have enjoyed learning and supporting the work of HCC. I appreciate and impressed by the effort made to provide a platform to support children who at one point did not have hope for a better future. What I have observed with HCC is an opportunity for children to thrive, have dreams, and evolve in their country in a way that was once thought impossible. I look forward to supporting HCC more and seeing what differences are further made with the kids. How this platform changes lives and the environment in the country.

My wife and I have been sposoring Jiwan for several years. We have seen Jiwan grow and develop into a great young man. We have also been able to see the growth of HCC into a great charity. Allowing people to see the impact they can have by sponsoring children is what makes it so great for us. It is so different from throwing money to places where you can not see if your donation made a difference. Knowing we could help Jiwan get the education he needed to become self sufficient and able to help others is truly gratifying.

Having known the founders of HCC for several years, I can vouch for their integrity and commitment to the organization. HCC continues to grow and serve more children in Nepal, while at the same time expanding its outreach and funding base in the U.S. This is a true success story.

Out of all the charities, this is one I found actually puts all of the money to the kids. We are lucky enough to be part of this great organization. HCC has the unique model of connecting the donor directly with the child where we can watch them grow into young, educated adults that will improve their communities well into the future.

We are paying for one child's school fees until she graduates, which is not much to do. We are grateful for the honor, and the opportunity this organization has given us to help bring education to those who are so hungry for it. HCC is the best!

Our family has had the pleasure of sponsoring Suman for the last four years. It has been a true joy to get the pictures and reports of his progress in school. With HCC's work, we are fairly certain that Suman's quality of life and future opportunities are unlimited. The financial support is such a small sacrifice for our family compared to the impact it will have on Suman's life and hopefully many future generations to come. Bruce and Susan Keenan have a remarkable organization and I would highly recommend them if you want to have a direct, incredible impact on a child's life- year after year.

Hunt Family
Chattanooga, TN

I love hearing the stories of the founder's visits to Nepal -- the children are all SO HAPPY. I am happy to contribute to helping a young orphan live a better life with room, board and dignity. HCC provides so much more than the basics, but helps to provide love and rich nourishment for these growing, beautiful children. I'm glad to be a part of the organization because the founders are very supportive of ME and my efforts, too!

My family and I feel very fortunate to have 'adopted' Driendra. It gives us a great sense of satisfaction that we can make such a huge difference in the life of a person who would otherwise live in a lonely orphanage with no hopes of a future. For such a small expense his life is forever changed. He is getting an education and a health loving family environment, and will grow up to be an integral part of his community. All this is may possible by HCC and the wonderful work they do for these children.

I have been sponsoring Manoj for over ten years and have seen grow from being a young boy to a young man. It began as a favor for Susan and Bruce but quickly became a commitment to him- to give him the opportunity to make some thing of himself- break the cycle, which he has fully taken advantage of- it has been tremendously rewarding for me! Many thanks to Susan & Bruce for their vision, hard work, dedication and the difference you have made in their lives... Thanks so much for all you do- please keep up the great work! I look forward to joining you on a trip soon. Thanks again- David Black

We love sponsoring our little, well not so little, Sadhana after all these years. One of these years I would love to go to Nepal and meet her in person. The HCC Board is so good about educating US about the children, the school and Nepal that I feel I know everyone at the orphanage. That is what makes HCC such a great charity. They want to expose the parents to the flavor and rhythm of their hosted Nepalese children through pictures, letters, textiles etc... I look forward to continuing to be even a small part of Sadhana's life.

What a wonderful experience to sponsor a child. I have watched him grow for over 6 years and he has now graduated high school and is going on to college. We write and email each other to keep in touch. HCC does an unbelievable job. They visit the children at least twice a year and make sure that every detail is perfect. I just started my second child, a darling little girl. The feeling you get when you change someone’s life is great.

Since 2011, I have had the privilege of sponsoring a lovely young lady who has been able to get an excellent education, room and board through Himalayan Children's Charities. I know she has received SO much more than just text books and meals -- by being able to grow and develop in a safe, rich, nurturing environment with other children in the midst of her own community. It is an honor to participate in the development of a child -- even one so far away. The HCC staff members make it all so straightforward and simple to enrich the life of the child, and I know all of my contributions go to her well-being. Thanks, HCC!

I have had the great fortune to be a donor, sponsor, fund raiser, and friend of HCC for the past five years. My relationship with HCC, and the children it serves has grown throughout the years. In the spring of 2011 I finally made my first trip to Nepal to experience firsthand the positive impact HCC makes in the lives of many children. It was an unforgettable and transformational experience in my life. I witnessed how amazing possibilities can be created for children through the belief, sponsorship and love of those willing to actively participate in the well being, care and personal development of the sponsored children. Throughout my life I have had the great fortune to be involved in many charitable organizations, all of whom do great work, but none of which give me such such satisfaction and joy as HCC.

I have been a sponsor with Himalayan Childrens Charities since the spring of 2010, and had the divine privilege of travelling to Nepal with HCC in October of 2010 to meet and spend time with the two girls whom I sponsor. I participate as a donor/sponsor in several different non-profit organizations, but HCC is the only one in which I have been to actually see, experience firsthand, and fully trust 100% the profoundly positive impact this organization has on its sponsored children and the local community. My two Nepali girls have blossomed in such beautiful ways since joining the HCC list of sponsored children, and I don't even want to imagine how different their lives would be without this organization's support. Every person with whom I have had the honor of knowing and interacting through HCC is made of a rare mold of the highest integrity, kindest loving heart, and genuine care and compassion for fellow human beings. I am truly humbled and honored to be a part of this organization and to do my best to assist those less fortunate than myself in one of the most directly impactful ways that I have seen yet. Thank you, Bruce and Family, for giving me this opportunity!

Himalayan Children's Charities (HCC) is an outstanding charitable organization, where sponsors can actually see the extraordinary difference they are making in the lives of orphaned and abandoned children. Being a board member at HCC has given me a sense of accomplishment and joy that no other volunteer job has given me. There is no safety net in Nepal, so HCC truely creates a future for 50 kids. The first class schooling, group home and family atmosphere creates secure, self-confident and grateful children. The founders encourages a personal relationship between the sponsor and the child that is life changing. The founders instill in the children the importance of giving back to Nepal, so they all want to become doctors, teachers, social workers, engineers etc, and HCC supports their goals through college. Also, the kids are also taught to live in a family setting and learn cooking, laundry and taking care of the younger children---things that orphans never can learn in an institutional setting. Finally, 100% of all donations go to the care and education of the children, and that is something that is extremely rare in the charitable world. HCC is truly a class act, changing the world one child at a time.

I'm a new board member with Himalayan Childrens Charities, helping with marketing efforts and spreading the word about the amazing work done by this organization. The founders have a strong passion for their mission of providing a safe educational environment for orphaned and abandoned children in Nepal. While it is known that Nepal is a very poor country with an unstable government, the facts regarding children are startling: 74 out of every 1000 children die by the age of five, 39% do not receive education beyond the fifth grade; 31% are engaged in some form of child labor; and approximately 970,000 children are street children and orphans. These children deserve better, and this organization is changing lives, one at a time.