On October 30, the Board of Directors of Ama Ghar in Nepal, the Ama Ghar children and staff, and the Ellison family were joined by visiting friends for a “soft opening” of the new Ama Ghar home. Although the children will not be moving into the home for a few more weeks, the construction is essentially complete, and the moment …
A "Soft Opening" Ceremony for our New Home
On October 30, the Board of Directors of Ama Ghar in Nepal, the Ama Ghar children and staff, and the Ellison family were joined by visiting friends for a “soft opening” of the new Ama Ghar home. Although the children will not be moving into the home for a few more weeks, the construction is essentially complete, and the moment …
A Special Thanks
MY LIFE AT AMA GHAR When I came to Ama Ghar, I found that I was in safe place and I had a new and a big family. The environment was different.My new life started over here. I’m very thankfull to the GOD for sending me in this place. Right now I’m very happy to …
Dashain Celebrations
Dashain is always a special time for the Ama Ghar children, but this year was particularly exciting for the children because Shrawan Nepali, Ama Ghar co-founder, celebrated Dashain with us and gave tika (the combination of rice and tika powder applied to the forehead as a blessing) to all. In the Nepali tradition, all elders give tika to everyone younger at …
Notes from a Popular Volunteer
Featured here: a blog post from Captured at the Speed of Light, the blog of Neil Dixit, a popular Ama Ghar volunteer. Thanks to Neil for allowing us to share his words and photos with you – enjoy! AMA GHAR The door always seems to be open at this place, warm and endearing, seemingly drawing the visitor in. For the …
The Doorway to Heaven – Swargadwari Temple
Hi, I am Meena. Its my ninth year at Ama Ghar. I was 5 when i first came to Ama Ghar. I am very happy to be at Ama Ghar. I came from a remote area of Nepal. My district’s name is Pyuthan. It lies in western part of Nepal. It is small and naturally beatiful. In my district there …
Menuka’s First Blog Post
Hi Everybody, I am Menuka from the family of Ama Ghar. I study in grade 9. I would like to share something about Nepal. The capital city of Nepal is Kathmandu. It has five development regions,14 zones and 75 districts. Nepal is very rich in cultural heritage. The hightest peak of the world Mount Everest is located in Nepal. Our …
Menuka's First Blog Post
Hi Everybody, I am Menuka from the family of Ama Ghar. I study in grade 9. I would like to share something about Nepal. The capital city of Nepal is Kathmandu. It has five development regions,14 zones and 75 districts. Nepal is very rich in cultural heritage. The hightest peak of the world Mount Everest is located in Nepal. Our …
A visit to our supporters in Geneva – many thanks!
Ama Ghar welcomes volunteers and supporters from around the world. For example, Sarah Nikles, a volunteer from Switzerland, has been extremely active and supportive in raising funds for our children. Sarah and her husband are avid Nepal lovers, and Sarah will be coming back to Ama Ghar (much to the children’s delight) in April of next year. To express our …
Thanks to Mary Katayama and ILBS Kokusai Fukushi Kyokai!
A fantastic example of the way the enthusiasm of our volunteers can get things done! Last year we enjoyed a visit from Lisa Katayama, who won the children’s hearts and helped them greatly with their English. During her visit to Ama Ghar, Lisa learned of our goal to make the new Ama Ghar home eco-friendly and self-sustaining. She knew we …