National Disabled Intelligence Reward 2011

Recently, Manoj, a student and young boy I met in Nepal in 2007, wrote to me about a personal accomplishment that he was so very proud of: 

Dear  All

Namaste

I am rewarded by "National Disabled intelligence  reward 2011" on December 3, 2011 which is disabled day .This reward gave by Nepal government Minister because this year S.L.C.(School Leaving Certificate) exam I had get highest mark among all the physical disabled  Student.  This time I am heartily thanks for my Sponsor Pam and Nanna pat   who have  great contribution  for my study…………….and I heartily  thanks for Amrit Sir who encourage to apply reward and always guide me to do best in my life  as well as Rose who Coordinate  and arrange sponsor for my education to go Baba Boarding school. Please find out the attach photos where you see the reward programe.

This time I am really busy for my study I have class 10.45 to 5 and around 1 and ½ hour I need for way so I have  only one Saturday free, that day I need wash my clothes, bathing and cleaning the room.

I had get the first term exam result which is good, still I need to work lots.

As you can see from the pictures above, Manoj is not a young boy anymore.  He has become a brilliant and hugely motivated young man who is headed for great things through education.  I have such loving memories of him and his constant singing when home from school.  I am so impressed and proud of him, in more ways than one.  

As a reminder, by donating to the Jolkona education campaign, you can make a difference by helping other Nepali children who live with Manoj and need help to continue their learning.  Donate today!

Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement, nothing can be done without hope and confidence.

 ~Helen Keller 

Giving back... to others, in Nepal!

In 2007, my travels and yearning for volunteerism took me to the beautiful country of Nepal.  I spent time at the DRC (Disabled Rehabilitative Centre) for children with disabilities.  This was one the most humbling experience of my life.  Children who are poor, often without contact from their families and most likely experiencing some pain and discomfort from their disability, are bright stars, shining, full of joy and so thankful for donations and especially the chance to go to school.

Fast forward to today, I am an excited and enthusiastic Volunteer Director of Events at Jolkona which, thus far has been a rich, fun, learning experience.  Not only am I part of a stellar team that will produce an amazing fundraiser next year (stay tuned for details), but we are also a fundraising machine!  This holiday season for the 12 Days of Giving our team decided to give back to the children of Nepal.

In a newly formed organization, the Disabled and Helpless Children New Life Center, many of the children I met years ago, have grown and not only excelling in school, but also growing up, and beginning lives on their own... all despite their disabilities.  For just $36 you can sponsor one month of education (including books, uniforms, lunch and school fees) for one child!  What an amazing gift to give!  You can dedicate a donation in someone else's name and make a huge difference to someone who loves to learn!

How do you do it?  Visit our campaign page, check out the details and share with others!  Give big and with love.  That's what makes our world go 'round.

Thank you! Namaste!