Policies

The Sherpa Education Project is a not-for-profit foundation that is dedicated to contributing resources for the well-being of the Sherpa communities in the Solukhumbu region of the Himalayas. Our focus is education and support for the Sherpa culture.

All proceeds from donations go to school scholarships, school computers and educational material, or materials and local labor for various projects that support the communities.  No monies are distributed to any of the officers who help or travel with the organization or for any other uses.

A hands-on oversight ensures accountability, cultural sensitivity by our locally based coordinator, Pemba Sherpa. He manages the distribution of funds to the girls and projects as well as follows the progress of each girl and on-going projects.

Pattie Moon travels to Nepal yearly for on-site visits to monitor progress of the girls and the special projects. Pattie also stays in contact with girls who have graduated to monitor progress with jobs and on-going education.

The Sherpa Education Project will not sell your name or information to other people, websites or organizations.

The Sherpa Education Project is a 501c3 public charity and, as such, all contributions are tax deductible to the fullest extent of the law.

Please contact the Sherpa Education Project if more information is needed about its status and qualifications:

info@sherpaeducationproject.org
PO Box 770659
Steamboat Springs, CO 80477

*** The Sherpa Education Project staff reviews and approves all financial considerations on all projects ***