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Small Grants. Real Impact.

The 1 Lakh Grant Program

We believe that relatively small amounts of funding—when placed in the right hands—can unlock meaningful change.


Our 1 Lakh Grant Program provides targeted grants of 100,000 Nepali Rupees (approximately $675 USD) to individuals and community leaders working to build something real in Bajura, Nepal.

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What These Grants Support

Each grant is designed to help launch or strengthen a specific initiative, such as:

  • Tools for small businesses (coffee equipment, farm processing tools)
  • Educational opportunities (training, conferences, skill development)
  • Women-led initiatives (media, agriculture, entrepreneurship)
  • School-based programs (digital literacy, materials, student support)


These are not large international aid projects. 

They are practical investments that remove a key barrier and allow progress to happen.

Our First Grant

Our first 1 Lakh grant was awarded to Janesh Bhandari, supporting the development of a community training and wellness space at his Karnali Eco site.


This marks the beginning of a growing effort to support locally driven ideas with real potential.

Progress is underway to develop a new community and wellness space.

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Every Donation helps fund future grants

Every gift, no matter the size, helps provide opportunities for individuals and communities in rural Nepal. You are welcome to contribute any amount toward future One Lakh Grants. 


For those who would like to fully sponsor a grant:

  • $675 one-time → Funds one full 1 Lakh Grant
  • $57/month → Funds one grant each year

 

Whether you give $25 or sponsor an entire grant, you'll be helping create meaningful opportunities in rural Nepal. 



Grant recipients share updates, photos, and progress reports so supporters can see the impact of every donation.


Every grant is documented and shared so you can see the difference your support makes.

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Beyond the Bridge Foundation

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Beyond the Bridge Foundation is a registered 501(C)(3) nonprofit. Donations are Tax Deductible. EIN | 30-1463005.


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