Achievements: In 2021, we supported 128 students in our three main programs — 33 students in the Signature Program, 85 in the RISE Program, and 10 in the PEAK Program. These three programs have supported 238 students since 2000.
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The Kathmandu Signature Program
Our founding program provides education, care and mentorship for children and youth in Kathmandu, Nepal. Students attend quality, English-medium boarding school through grade 10, and spend holidays at Khushi Ghar, the HCC youth home, where students in grades 11 and 12 live full time. Khushi Ghar creates a stable, nurturing and family-like environment and provides our students with the guidance they need to succeed and thrive. After high school students are given the option to attend university or technical school (through the PEAK Program) and are provided guidance to help choose an academic and career path. The Signature Program works to inspire self-confidence, independence, and enable each of our students to elevate their lives and the world around them.

Education
- Enrollment in quality, English-medium boarding schools for K-10
- Enrollment in college (grades 11&12)
- Scholarships for university or technical school (via the Higher Education Scholarship Program)
Care
- Khushi Ghar youth home creates a stable family environment
- House parents who provide care, guidance and support
- Annex apartments for university students
- All necessities including accommodation, food, clothes, and medical care
- Access to psychological counselling and self-esteem coaching
Mentorship
- Academic and career counselling
- Life-skills training, including budgeting, home management, and cooking
- Leadership and team building courses
- Peer to peer support and mentorship
- Community service
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The PEAK Program

Education
- Full tuition for university (four years) or technical school (three years)
- All school related fees
Care
- Room and board
- In Kathmandu – Accommodation at Annex apartments near Khushi Ghar
- Outside Kathmandu – Accommodation stipend provided
Mentorship
- Internship programs
- Leadership and team building courses
- Exit guidance
- Peer to peer support
- Community service
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RISE Program

Education
- Enrollment in government day or private boarding schools for K-10
- Enrollment in college (grades 11&12)
- Opportunity for scholarships for university or technical school (via the Higher Education Scholarship Program) based on merit
Care
- Stipend for food, clothing and personal care items
- Annual distribution of warm winter clothing and school supplies
- Medical care
- Access to outreach projects, including health seminars, hygiene workshops, library book distribution, and anti-trafficking awareness programs.
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