Programs

Scholarships, mentors, and classroom support.

We work with public schools, ward committees, and alumni mentors to keep students enrolled in Dhading, Nepal—proving a low-cost model that can scale to similar rural communities.

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Programs

Students learning in a computer lab supported by Aashirbad Foundation

Scholarships

Needs-based awards cover tuition, books, hostel fees, and exams so students don't have to pause school mid-year. Headteachers verify each recipient, and donors receive receipts every term.

  • Needs-based awards verified by headteachers and ward committees
  • Covers tuition, hostel, lab fees, books, and exam costs
  • Receipts and progress updates shared with donors each term

Impact: 100+ scholarships funded since 2023 with 95% year-over-year retention.

A mentor sitting with Nepali students during a study session

Mentorship

Weekly calls and career prep with Nepali mentors who understand the journey. Mentors check in on attendance, grades, and goals so first-generation students stay on track.

  • Weekly check-ins on attendance, grades, and personal goals
  • Career sessions with Nepali tech professionals
  • Peer study groups and accountability circles

Impact: 40+ mentors volunteering weekly to coach students across Dhading.

Girls sharing laptops and tablets in a rural school lab

Device Support

Laptops and tablets placed in rural classrooms with on-site setup and maintenance guidance so students can access lessons, complete assignments, and stay on track.

  • On-site setup, maintenance guidance, and solar backups where needed
  • Shared labs with usage checklists for responsible care
  • Offline learning resources pre-loaded for areas without reliable internet

Impact: 10+ devices placed in rural classrooms since 2023.

Get support

Students, teachers, ward partners: start with an email.

There’s no online form. Email us with your school contact and what support is needed. We verify with headteachers and coordinate next steps.

  • Email info@aashirbadfoundation.org
  • Share your school, ward/municipality, and what’s needed
  • We schedule a call with headteachers to confirm

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