Follow the developments in Sailung, Nepal and the foundation
The Ton Memorial School Sailung Foundation continues Ton van den Brink's dream to make good education possible for children in the area around the Sailung mountain in Nepal, 100 km east of Kathmandu. Illiteracy in the area is high (>80%) and many parents cannot afford education for their children. To improve the standard of living in the area, good education is of great importance. With the construction of the beautiful school and a birthing center, great steps forward have been taken.
Now the foundation focuses on sustainable development of agriculture by introducing new crops and techniques. You can support us with this very direct good cause for families and their living environment.
Construction has been completed and the community has once again put in a great effort in the construction process. On April 1, 2024, the birth center was festively handed over to the VDC and the community in the presence of many invited guests.
Dr. Uddave Koirala is in charge. The VDC [Village Development Committee] has guaranteed the center's operation and maintenance.
Local agriculture has significant economic significance, but it's still very traditional. The three-year agricultural project began in 2024. All the tests are being conducted with new crops such as beans, cucumbers, tomatoes, peppers, apples, kiwis, and mushrooms. Even tea went well. Over 150 families have joined seven established groups. The SATSh project 2025 is in full swing, and we look forward to consolidating all the acquired knowledge and skills in 2026.
The beautiful school building, completed in two years, is operating at full capacity. The VDC (Flemish Development Council) recognized the quality of our education and has taken over the school. It is currently integrating two other schools. To comply with regulations, the school has a new name: Shailung Hill Ton Basic School. The school is developing as a community support center and is now also the hub for agricultural training.
Our school is growing and flourishing!
Children enjoy going to school, and parents understand the importance of a good education. Thanks to our child sponsors, we can continue to support education financially for the foreseeable future.
We want to build a better future for the children and community from the Sailung region in Nepal. The Ton Memorial School Sailung Foundation offers help and provides future prospects with smart, lasting solutions.
