We can all make a real difference
IGWR is an Australian charity that helps vulnerable families in Nepal. We have a special focus on supporting single mothers and children who need support to attend school or a safe home. For twelve years we’ve been making a real difference by giving opportunities that enable these women and children to blossom and find a sustainable future for the whole family.
Group of school children IGWR support
IGWR is a family of families
A family of families
Group of school children IGWR support
"When we give a child an opportunity to go to school and then on to college, we create a future for the child and renew hope for the family and local community. It is more than charitable work, it is an investment in a better future for all."
Peter Humphris, Chairperson, IGWR Inc.
Single mums are amazing, they sacrifice a lot and work harder than most of us can imagine. However, with our support they can give their kids the opportunity they themselves never had.
Most of our students live at home with mum (usually a one room home), and we ensure the kids can go to school and that mum is supported.
We're currently supporting about forty students in full time education, from primary school through to university.
And we make a real difference..
We have graduates that are now working in healthcare (including one doctor and three nurses), banking, hospitality and even running their own small business.
Some children do not have a safe home to live in. We have three houses in Kathmandu that provide a family style hostel with resident house-mothers to look after these children during the school terms.
We encounter new challenges every day
As governments around the world balance their budgets between billionaires tax incentives, defence spending and foreign aid, it is clear which category comes last.
Although IGWR receives NO government funding, the situation in countries like Nepal worsens as foreign aid is withdrawn.
We as volunteers, sponsors and donors are the ones that make a difference.
And we are needed now more than yesterday.
March 2025 Urgent Appeal
Suraksha is a bright, determined young woman who dreams of becoming a nurse. She joined IGWR Nepal in 2018 when she was in Grade 5.
Despite facing immense hardships—her father suffered a life-changing accident, leaving her family struggling—she has never stopped working hard for her future.
Now, Suraksha has the opportunity to study General Nursing and Midwifery in India. Her mother, working tirelessly at the Nepal-China border, has managed to cover $7,000 of the $15,000 needed.
So, we only need to raise the remaining $8,000.
If twenty-two sponsors each give just $1 per day
Suraksha can realise her dream.
Together we can give a wonderful future to Suraksha, her mum and her dad.
We’re asking our existing sponsors and donors, and we encourage new sponsors to join in this effort. (A direct debit of $30/month would be a wonderful investment in Suraksha’s dream)
Newsletter from Nepal.
December 2024
Vol. 9 of our newsletter produced by Zoya, received this initial response.
"Another year full of new beginnings comes an end. Bringing us many joyful
memories, sad ridden goodbyes, joyous
celebrations and many new opportunities'. 2024 will be a year to remember."
Thank you for each and every donation, for together we are able to build a family of families and make an ocean of difference. See our latest news here:
How you can help
Donations in Australia are
TAX DEDUCTIBLE
1. Join with us and become a regular sponsor, you'll discover IGWR, you will make a real difference in the lives of the kids and you will discover that we receive something wonderful when we share with others.
2. Make a one off donation or run a fundraising activity to support our work. This again can be an inspiring experience as you join together with others to create a gift for the kids in Nepal.
3. Redirect your birthday and Christmas gift lists to the kids in Nepal. It's also a great way to share the whole idea that generosity creates a better tomorrow.