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HealthNepalese Youth Opportunity Foundation (NYOF) - Rescue Children Suffering From Severe Malnutrition
Address
Nepalese Youth Opportunity Foundation (NYOF)
3030 Bridgeway, Suite 123
Sausalito,
California
94965
United States
(415) 331-8585
http://www.nyof.org
Mission
The Nepalese Youth Opportunity Foundation (NYOF) is devoted to bringing hope to the most destitute children in the beautiful but impoverished Himalayan Kingdom of Nepal. With a personal touch, we provide these children with what should be every child’s birthright – education, housing, medical care, and loving support. Empowered to reach their potential, these children blossom, enriching the world we all share.
Programs
Indentured Daughters – Saves girls from being sold into bonded servitude; educates families; provides alternative source of income. Nutritional Rehabilitation Homes - Saves children that are severely malnourished. Educates their mothers on proper nutrition and hygiene. J & K Orphanages – Provides a home and education for orphans that have been abandoned by their parents, many are handicapped. Education – Currently we provide scholarships for over 2000 children.
Nepalese Youth Opportunity Foundation (NYOF)'s Current Projects on GlobalGiving
Nepalese Youth Opportunity Foundation (NYOF)'s Funded Projects on GlobalGiving
Personnel Overview
Som Paneru - Executive Director
Som knows non-profit management, NYOF, the Nepalese education system, and the world of Nepalese children from the inside out. He completed college under NYOF's auspices and then taught science and math. He joined NYOF's staff seven years ago with a wealth of energy and ideas. Som is a gifted administrator—able, organized, and imaginative—and profoundly committed to helping the children of Nepal.
Personnel Statistics
Janis Olson, Executive Director, U.S.
Founded in 1990
Employees: 3
Volunteers: 7
