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AnuprasthaFoundation
Our Story

Rooted in Nepal, Built for People

Since 2010, Anuprastha Foundation has worked alongside communities — not for them — to create change that endures.

Our Mission

To empower marginalized communities across Nepal by providing access to quality education, healthcare, livelihood opportunities, and environmental stewardship — using music as the bridge that connects resources to those who need them most.

Our Vision

A Nepal where every person, regardless of geography or circumstance, has the tools, resources, and confidence to live a fulfilling and self-determined life — with music amplifying every step of the journey.

Our Values

What We Stand For

Community-Led

We listen before we act. Every solution starts with the voices of those we serve.

Sustainable

Programs are designed to outlast our involvement, building local capacity and ownership.

Transparent

Full public reporting on every program, partner, and rupee spent.

Impact-Focused

Measurable, real-world outcomes guide every decision we make.

Inclusive

We serve without discrimination — gender, caste, religion, or geography.

Evidence-Based

Interventions are informed by research and continuously evaluated.

Our Journey

Fifteen Years of Change

2010

Foundation established in Kathmandu with a focus on rural education and community music programs.

2013

Launched Shiksha Udan — scholarships for 200 students in Sindhupalchok, using concert proceeds to fund education.

2015

Earthquake relief: 3,000+ families supported across 12 districts through benefit concerts and emergency aid.

2018

Expanded to health and livelihood programs with Swastha Nepal health camps and Aarthik Shakti vocational training.

2021

COVID-19 response: distributed meals, oxygen support, and digital learning tools to 5,000+ students — funded entirely through virtual benefit concerts.

2024

Reached 12,000+ direct beneficiaries across 45+ villages. Launched new artist residency and community music therapy programs.

Our Team

The People Behind the Work

RS

Rajan Shrestha

Executive Director

SK

Sunita Karmacharya

Programs Director

BT

Bikram Tamang

Finance & Operations

PA

Puja Adhikari

Community Partnerships