How We Started
Born from a disaster.
Built on community.
On April 25, 2015, a 7.8-magnitude earthquake devastated Nepal — killing over 9,000 people, injuring 23,000 more, and destroying hundreds of thousands of homes. Among those shaken were Sudip Giri and Anjee Thapa, two young Nepali ex-pats living in El Segundo, California.
"Within weeks, food, tents, and hygiene items were flowing into Ramkot — one of the hardest-hit villages — thanks to neighbors who had never even been to Nepal."
What began as emergency relief became something more durable. Sudip, Anjee, and those inspired by their work formed a Board of Directors to guide Care for Nepal's transition from disaster response to long-term protection and hope for the people of Nepal.
Today we are a registered 501(c)(3) charity — a grassroots organization with deep roots in El Segundo and deep connections in Nepal. Every dollar we raise goes directly toward programs that create lasting change.
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April 2015Earthquake strikes NepalA 7.8-magnitude quake kills over 9,000 and displaces millions across the Kathmandu Valley and surrounding districts.
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May 2015First relief reaches RamkotWithin weeks, Care for Nepal delivers food, tents, and hygiene supplies to one of the worst-affected villages, funded by the El Segundo community.
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Late 2015501(c)(3) status grantedSudip Giri and Anjee Thapa incorporate Care for Nepal as a formal non-profit, with a Board of Directors guiding the mission forward.
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2016 – PresentLong-term programs take rootCare for Nepal expands from disaster relief into education, livelihoods, and community resilience — supporting underserved communities across Nepal.