An inspired initiative championing the transformative influence of extracurricular books in nurturing the next generation of thinkers and dreamers.
Project आभा curates a vibrant assortment of learning materials — word and image books for early discovery, enchanting storybooks and poems, and hands-on activity and math books — carefully designed to expand young minds and ignite a passion for exploration well beyond the classroom.
Through the collaborative efforts of Himalayan Hopes and BRP Foundation — the CSR arm of BRP Group — the project blends innovation, corporate citizenship and community connection — equipping schools to integrate these materials into reading corners, creative workshops, group activities and student rewards, so each child’s strengths can flourish.
यो जीवनको आभा सधैं उज्यालो रहोस्,
अन्धकारमा पनि प्रकाश छर्न सकोस्।May the light of this life always remain bright, able to shed light even in darkness.
To ignite creativity, foster critical thinking, and cultivate a genuine love for reading among children by providing flexible, engaging learning resources that inspire exploration beyond the textbook.
To create vibrant educational environments where every child is empowered to discover new worlds, strengthen self-expression, and embrace the limitless possibilities opened by stories and creative activities.
Provide diverse, age-appropriate extracurricular books that nurture reading skills and creative thinking.
Equip schools with flexible learning resources that integrate into varied activities and teaching methods.
Encourage student and teacher involvement through engaging activities and volunteer opportunities that build community.
Supply resources to government and community schools with limited access to reading materials.
Connect corporations, NGOs and schools to promote lifelong learning and community development.
Advance Quality Education (SDG 4), Reduced Inequalities (SDG 10) and Partnerships for the Goals (SDG 17).
Reaching out to partner schools and beginning the onboarding conversations.
Finalizing each school’s unique needs and learning priorities.
Preparing all logistical elements for smooth, well-organized execution.
Setting the calendar for book-donation sessions across districts.
Conducting book-donation sessions and reading activities in schools.
Reaching learners across Kathmandu, Bhaktapur, Dhading and Gorkha — and launching the Shree Mandali School Fund.
The selection provides a well-rounded, flexible collection supporting varied learning styles and stages. Availability may be adapted to best meet each school’s needs.
| Resource | Description | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Work It Out — Mental Maths | Daily mental-maths exercises of increasing difficulty, with tables and self-assessment. | Class 2–5 |
| Kids Story World (10 books) | Colourful, fun stories in easy language that encourage imagination and creativity. | Pre-school–Class 2 |
| Kids Big Book (10 books) | Large illustrations with matching words to build vocabulary and early reading. | Pre-school–Class 1 |
| Just Phonics (4 books) | Multi-sensory phonics with creative activities, dictation and online audio. | Infants–Class 3 |
| Abigail — Rhymes Book | Rhymes and bedtime stories with QR-code videos supporting language development. | Pre-school–Class 1 |
| Maze Glaze | 101 maze activities combining fun with problem-solving and cognitive development. | Ages 4–8 |
| Mandala Art Experience (2 books) | Intricate colouring books for mindfulness, stress relief and creativity. | Teens & adults |
Project आभा is driven by a youth-led vision and made possible by real on-the-ground execution — a partnership between Himalayan Hopes and BRP Foundation, the corporate-social-responsibility (CSR) arm of BRP Group, one of Nepal’s most established investment and operating houses.
A high-school junior, Ben founded Himalayan Hopes and drives the vision behind Project आभा — leading the Shree Mandali School Fund across both Nepal and the U.S.
An officer of Himalayan Hopes, Linn works alongside Ben to steer the initiative’s mission, outreach and growth.
Leads the Project आभा programme — field sessions, school engagement and delivery across every district.
Leads operations — logistics, resource curation and the operational backbone behind every school visit.
Supports school partnerships, community coordination and the smooth running of Project आभा on the ground.
BRP Foundation — the CSR arm of BRP Group, a diversified Nepali investment and operating house — provides the logistical support, local execution and community access that turn Ben’s vision into reach across Kathmandu, Bhaktapur, Dhading and Gorkha.
Support Project आभा and help shape a brighter future for Nepal’s children. Reach out to get involved today.
