Student Spotlight: Dawa Tamang
At 15 years old, Dawa Tamang has already learned what it means to work hard for his dreams. When we met him on the playground of his school high in Nepal’s Himalayan foothills, he was quietly observing a group of younger students playing soccer. Though soft-spoken, his warmth and determination quickly shone through.
Dawa describes his family as “small,” though by most standards it’s anything but—his household includes his mother, father, grandmother, grandfather, stepmother, two brothers, and a stepbrother. During long school breaks, he travels more than a day back to his home village to help with farm chores, tend animals, and assist his family with whatever is needed.
Still, Dawa made the brave decision to leave home so he could attend one of Nepal’s best schools—an opportunity made possible by the generosity of a Tseringʻs Fund sponsor. His sponsor covers his school fees, boarding, and supplies, allowing him to focus on learning and building a brighter future.
With quiet determination, Dawa studies hard to achieve his dream of becoming an accountant—an opportunity made possible by the generosity of his Tsering’s Fund sponsor.
“I’m good at math,” Dawa said with a shy smile, when asked about his favorite subject. “In five years, I hope to be studying for my bachelor’s degree at university, and in ten years, I want to be an accountant.” His teachers describe him as diligent, curious, and kind—a student who always helps others before himself.
When we asked what he’d say to his sponsor if they could sit together that chilly October morning, he paused for a long moment before answering quietly but sincerely:
“Thank you for giving me this support. My family struggles sometimes, and my sponsor’s help is what makes it possible for me to be here in this school.”
Because of caring sponsors like Dawa’s, children across rural Nepal are gaining access not only to quality education, but to safety, stability, and hope for the future. Each gift changes a child’s story—just like Dawa’s—turning dreams into opportunities that reach far beyond the classroom.