Mitrata Nepal Music Program

Mitrata means friendship in Nepali. It’s a word that epitomizes the meaning of love, care and support. Their mission is to serve and uplift the less privileged. It has always been Nanda Kulu's dream to establish a home for underprivileged children, and happily with the help of Dr. Schutz in the USA, this dream became a reality.

Started in 2000 by Nanda this very special orphanage now provides shelter, medical care and educational opportunities for over 100 children. This is accomplished by fundraising activities, linking children in Nepal with sponsors overseas, and operationally supporting a group home. Nanda and her fine crew are dedicated to supporting these children into adulthood, assisting them in becoming healthy, economically independent, educated Nepali citizens who have the opportunity to pursue happiness in life.

Most children residing at Mitrata were either abandoned or rescued from troubled homes. The plight of children in Nepal is desperate. Many are without food, on the streets and unable to attend school because they are too poor. Due to the devastating effects of the recent political conflict and civil war, there are more children without parents to care for them. Fifty percent of the children are malnourished and only a quarter of them live with adequate sanitation. There are 2.6 million child laborers in Nepal.

The Mitrata children are some of the most well behaved kids you will ever meet. On our first visit we were absolutely charmed by each and every one. Sarangi master Kiran Nepali, of the popular Nepali music group Kutumba, teaches a music program at Mitrata. The first thing that stood out was just how much the kids love to learn music. Rarely have we seen such desire to play an instrument. Kiran expressed how the need was great for new instruments for the aspiring students. So with the help of PFCF, flutes, harmoniums, drums and Sarangis have now been procured and happily received.

There are four dynamic music classes taught every Saturday morning. The children are very fortunate as the teaching staff is first rate. Kiran Nepali teaches Sarangi, Roop Chettri teaches harmonium and singing, Raman Maharjan teaches flute and brother Rameshowr Maharjan teaches the traditional Madal drum. It’s deeply inspiring to watch these dedicated musicians work with theses precious kids. We are grateful to have partnered with Nanda and her fine organization.

You can truly make a difference! Donate today, or find out more at mitrata.org