About us

Who we are

TOIT is a non-profit NGO (Non-Government Organization) registered in 2000 that serves to bridge the widening gap in Nepal between rich and poor, literate and illiterate. Our name "TOIT" comes from the French word for shelter or roof, and speaks to our efforts to protect the children of Nepal from the effects of poverty.

Our primary mission is to provide high quality education for poor but worthy children regardless their origin, cast, or gender by linking them with donors willing to fund scholarships.

Since the foundation of TOIT, we have been able to provide educational opportunities for 250 disadvantaged children, thus giving them the chance for a better life. In order to continue these achievements, we try to extend the benefit of scholarships on three different levels of society, namely the students, a school and their families.

Students

Considering their origin of poverty stricken families, we want our students to receive an education that is geared to their special needs. Apart from common studies in Nepali Culture, Mathematics, Science, English and Art, this especially includes practical knowledge in recycling, agriculture, alternative resources and handicraft. Help us to give our students the education that they need!

School

In 2007 our own primary school "Saraswati Pathshala" opened its doors. It has a full curriculum that focuses on developing the children's creative, theoretical and practical skills. Furthermore, it creates an environment where their low economic status does not hinder their learning. With your help, we can finish the school in 2011!

Women

The students' ability to attend school is greatly dependent on their parents' income. Being aware of this, TOIT established a knitting and sewing project in 2005 to provide self-sufficiency and safety for the families of the students. Get yourself an original piece of Nepal and support our families by buying one of their handmade products!