Seventy-two years ago today, Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay became the first people to summit Mt. Everest. That’s what they’re most famous for, but they were both also proud of their work giving back to Himalayan communities – and, at AHF, we are honored to carry forward that legacy. Today, those communities face a new challenge: the growing threat of climate change. We’re launching bold initiatives to help save lives and build resilience against future disasters. Read our President Norbu Tenzing’s latest blog to learn more. https://www.himalayan-foundation.org/blog/2025-05-29-celebrating-everest-day-may-29-2025 Photo Credits: Royal Geographic Society (fb)

After nearly a month of school closures due to a teacher’s strike in Nepal, students are back in the classroom, and we’re celebrating their return! At AHF, we believe education is the key to challenging and breaking through systemic barriers like poverty and discrimination based on caste, gender, and disability. So, we make sure the students we support have what they need to learn and thrive, from warm meals and school supplies to specialized caretakers and college tuition. Seeing classrooms once again filled with curiosity, energy, and hope reminds us why this work matters. Here's to a brighter, more equitable future — one child at a time. (fb)