By Eimi Olson | Project Leader
Just over a year ago, 16-year-old “Palisha” suddenly lost her father to cancer. His death was devastating to the family in so many ways. In addition to their grief, her family lost their only source of income. Palisha, her mother, and her younger brother were forced to leave behind their entire life in eastern Nepal to live with her grandparents in a rented room in Kathmandu.
Both Palisha and her brother are bright students, but going to school in Kathmandu became increasingly difficult day by day as their grandparents struggled to pay for their needs. Palisha was especially stressed, since her important Secondary Education Examination (SEE) was just around the corner.
With NYF’s Kinship Care scholarship now covering their school expenses, Palisha and her brother can stay in school without worry. Palisha had the time and energy to prepare for her exams, and passed with an extremely high A-grade. Encouraged by her scholarship, she plans to attend a three-year diploma course in nursing, and is currently studying for the entrance exam.
Thank YOU for helping so many kids like Palisha stay in school and build a brighter future. Your generosity makes such a difference.
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