RSVP Now: AHF Infamous Annual Dinner on Tuesday, Oct. 30
RSVP now! Our Infamous Annual Dinner “50 Years of Inspiration- Doing good, Being kind,” marks the 65th Anniversary of the first ascent of Everest by Tenzing Norgay and Sir Edmund Hillary, and 50 years since AHF founder Richard Blum's trip to Nepal that led him to start this Foundation.
Making Strides in Mustang
This summer, we are thrilled to share two exciting pieces of news. The monastic school in Lo Manthang, revived with your support, celebrated its 24th re-founding anniversary in May. And our 21-year-old Jomsom Hostel alum, Ms. Tsering Lhamo, has been elected the Chair of Mustang district’s executive body!
65 years on Everest
On the 65th anniversary of his father and Sir Ed climbing Everest, Norbu reflects on everything that has changed in the Everest area since then, and what lies ahead for the Sherpa people.
Is There a Letter In Your Bag For Me?
Vice President Norbu Tenzing and President Erica Stone recently returned from their trip to Nepal where they met with STOP Girl Trafficking teachers and students
Laxmi: from poverty to nursing school
Laxmi grew up in a poor village, and her father was an abusive alcoholic. In 2015 the earthquake destroyed her home, and she was close to dropping out of school. Then, SGT found her.
Sanjita: 3 years and a world of difference
Sanjita and her sisters supported their parents, who were too sick to work. The earthquake leveled their home, and her family lost everything. And their village was in an area known for trafficking...
2018 STOP Girl Trafficking dinner
Thank you all for making our 2018 STOP Girl Trafficking dinner such a success! With your support (and our say #NOtoNorbu campaign!), we were able to raise much needed funds that will help keep thousands of Nepali girls in school and safe from trafficking.
Celebrating Scot Macbeth
Sunday, there was a gathering of Scot Macbeth’s tribe to celebrate the extraordinary life of this beloved founding AHF director.
Happy Losar! Tibetan Year of the Earth Dog
February 16 marks the beginning of Losar, the Tibetan Year 2145. Each Losar we receive a bundle of cards from our partners, with wishes for a prosperous year and gratitude for your support.
In the Khumbu: Rebuilding in Thame
The 2015 earthquakes hit Thame hard, leaving the gompa damaged and the monks' hostel uninhabitable. We were glad to pitch in with rebuilding, and now the new hostel is nearly ready for the monks to call home.