Fundraising for Nepal – an update

At the end of August, we asked for your help to raise money for emergency relief for the Nepali people whose lives had been devastated by catastrophic flash floods. And goodness, did you rise to the cause!

We appealed on behalf of Shiva Charity and for one of our Sherpa friends, Suneram, who lost his wife and home in the floods. We want to say a huge thank you for every single donation. Your generosity has genuinely made a significant difference to Suneram and to hundreds of Nepali people so desperately in need.

Here’s an update on both appeals.

Suneram Tamang

To date, you have donated over £8,700, which is going directly to Suneram to build a new home on higher ground near Trisuli Bazaar, with enough land to grow vegetables. We spoke to Suneram last month, and he was immensely grateful for all your support.

Shiva Charity

Shiva Charity’s emergency appeal has so far raised almost £24,000, and we know that MK clients have made a big difference to that total.

The initial funds were used to supply 200 Water Survival Boxes to families who had lost their homes. Each box contains essential emergency items, including a water filtration pump, tarpaulin, cooking utensils, tools, solar lights, basic healthcare items and toiletries.

Shiva is now working in partnership with an amazing organisation, REACT Disaster Response. With access to a helicopter, as well as incredibly determined staff on the ground, they have been delivering desperately needed food, clothing, hygiene supplies, fuel and power to hundreds of families in remote villages cut off from all road access. Pictured here is one of REACT's team on the ground in the immediate aftermath of the flood (image courtesy of Lewis Inman)

Thank you again to everyone who has donated and helped make a real difference to people affected by the floods.