Mountain Children’s Home
Kathmandu, Nepal
A safe haven nurturing hope and education in the Himalayas.
Quick Facts
2002
The year Mountain Children’s Home was founded to create a safe and nurturing environment for vulnerable children in Nepal.
38
The number of children living in Mountain Children’s Home experiencing warmth, joy, and laughter, and braving untold challenges
4 to 23
The ages of the residents of Mountain Children’s Home, from young kids just starting school to young adults who chose to stay to help their younger siblings.
1
The number of hours it takes the children of Mountain Children’s Home to walk to school every day through a night-time jungle
About Mountain Children’s Home
Mountain Children’s Home was lovingly founded in 2002 in the peaceful hillside village of Dadagaun, just above Kathmandu, Nepal. The home was created in response to the urgent need to care for orphaned and vulnerable children following political unrest, natural disasters, and economic hardship in the region.
From the beginning, its purpose has been to provide a safe, loving, and stable environment for children who had lost their families or the means to survive.
The Mountain Children’s Home mirrors a traditional Nepalese household, where everyone is seen, valued, and encouraged to grow with dignity
A Day in the Life at Mountain Children’s Home
Each day at Mountain Children’s Home begins with a warm breakfast and a one-hour walk down the mountain to school, where the children study subjects like English, math, and science. After classes, they return home for homework support and creative activities such as journalism, dance, and storytelling.
Evenings are filled with shared meals, quiet time, and connection. The children celebrate birthdays and festivals together, creating joyful memories in a home filled with care, laughter, and learning.
Your Support in Action (Through Ancient Secrets Foundation)
With the support of Ancient Secrets Foundation, Mountain Children’s Home is able to provide:
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Safe transportation (no more treacherous mountain walks)
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Regular food & drink provisions
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Education materials, uniforms, and tuition
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Emotional and developmental growth through journalism/media programs
All of the funding is transparent and accountable – as our vision is to be one of the most effective foundations that exists on planet earth. The kids we serve deserve the best.