“Never doubt that a small group of committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.” — Margaret Mead On August 1, we celebrated the 10th anniversary of the founding of Ama Ghar, and …
Meet Sanu Laxmi – she's small but mighty!
Sanu Laxmi means “little Laxmi” in Nepali… because Laxmi has a big Ama Ghar sister with the same name (Tula Laxmi). But there’s nothing little about our Laxmi – she’s a dynamo! Here’s what her sister Rupa had to say about her… “Laxmi’s favorite game is badminton. She likes to play with dolls. Her hobby is swimming. Her aim is …
Meet Sanu Laxmi – she’s small but mighty!
Sanu Laxmi means “little Laxmi” in Nepali… because Laxmi has a big Ama Ghar sister with the same name (Tula Laxmi). But there’s nothing little about our Laxmi – she’s a dynamo! Here’s what her sister Rupa had to say about her… “Laxmi’s favorite game is badminton. She likes to play with dolls. Her hobby is swimming. Her aim is …
Seven from Class 10 Pass Their National Exams!
Our seven Ama Ghar kids in Class 10 not only passed their SLC (a national scholastic exam that determines whether or not a student can pass on to higher education) – they passed with flying colors! Ashok and Sajan passed with Distinction, and all five of the girls passed in First Division. These are excellent marks on everyone’s part, and …
These Kids Work Hard!
Although the children of Ama Ghar work hard at school and athletics, they also are exceptional in their willingness to work hard to help finish their new home. They have painted walls and doors, created art projects to decorate the rooms, painted their beds and helped Uma to sew up new cushions. And now they’re busy finishing up our outdoor …
Providing a home, family and education to children who otherwise may not have had the chance
A wonderful article from the Nepali Times, written by Ama Ghar volunteer Neil Dixit – hope you enjoy! Ama Ghar – Providing a home, a family and education to children, who otherwise may not have had the chance TEXT & PHOTOS by NEIL DIXIT Bonnie Ellison, Country Director of Ama Ghar, remembers the day the children arrived in Godavari after …
Another Great Volunteer Experience
We invite you to read this lovely letter from Ama Ghar visitor Mischa Noll, which he recently sent to the children. Enjoy! Dear Ama Ghar, It has been two months now since I was in your home and was lucky enough to be a part of your daily lives. Ama Ghar is full of wonderful personalities, and I still smile …
Results from the 7th Annual Child to Child fundraiser
Dear Friends, What a night we all had! Thank you all so much for coming to our annual fundraiser. The weather was beautiful, the kids all kept each other happy and entertained, and we thoroughly enjoyed all of your company. We are thrilled to report that this was indeed the best year yet. More of you came, more of you …