The NVC will always have a place in my heart.

I volunteered in the spring of 2012 following the completion of my 3rd year at UBC. My stay with Keshab and his amazing organization lasted for 5 weeks. I was mainly volunteering in a local school but also spent a short amount of time in Samaj Hospital to get some insight into what healthcare in Nepal is like. I cannot say enough good things about this organization. Their cause is a just one and they are undoubtedly some of the nicest altruistic individuals I have ever met. Keshab the founder quit his high level job as a principle after grappling with the unimaginable inequality that exists in Kathmandu. It feels like a family when you are over there. Every morning I remember him asking me "how was your sleep?" Every evening I remember drinking milk tea (absolutely amazing) and talking about our days.
The people are not the only reason to choose the NVC. Nepal is such an amazing country. You can swim with elephants in Chitwan or take a 100 km hike to Annapurna base camp. The people are welcoming and much of the country is in such dire need of help that your efforts are truly appreciated. Anyways choose the NVC! You wont regret it.