Laxmi Pratisthan
Kathmandu, Nepal
About
Founded in 2010, Laxmi Pratisthan is a non-governmental organisation based in Kathmandu, Nepal working on education, health, gender equality +3 more.
Laxmi Pratisthan is a non-profit organisation registered in Nepal in 2010 as a memorial foundation established by Bishnu Gautam in tribute to his sons. It works in remote parts of Nepal, focusing on education and residential care, health and sanitation, clean water, skill-based programmes and women's empowerment. Its main current focus is Kanda village, home to the Chepang community, where it runs the Kumar Balram Memorial Hostel and community projects. Funding comes mainly from individual donors and well-wishers.
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Kumar Balram Memorial Hostel
Education · Nepal
Free residential hostel providing education, nutrition and care for children in Kavre and Kanda, Nepal.
Kanda Health Clinic
Health · Nepal
Health clinic serving the Chepang community in Kanda village.
Kanda Transformation Campaign
Community development · Nepal
Community upliftment in Kanda, including home reconstruction, agricultural reforms and clean drinking water.
Women & Youth Empowerment
Gender equality · Nepal
Vocational and socio-economic skill development to support women and youth towards self-reliance.
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Princess Diana Award
Nagarik Nayak
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Patanjali Yog Peeth Trust, Agriculture Development Bank Limited
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