Touching the spiritual heart of Kathmandu. What began in 1992 as a single
wish of Lama Gangchen Rinpoche grew into a lifelong commitment
to serving the poor in Kathmandu. Almost thirty years later,
Pabongkha Rinpoche encouraged to turn that wish into a daily practice
of compassion.Today, that inspiration lives on through the distribution
of daily fresh meals to poor and vulnerable people in Kathmandu
“There are many poor people in Kathmandu, Nepal;
it is my wish
to hand out food…”
Lama Gangchen Rinpoche’s inspiration – Milan 1992
“Offering Food to the Poor
helps to prolong their lives
and, through the law of karma,
can also help to prolong
the life of the person
continue their offerings”
Pabongkha Rinpoche taught – Kathmandu 2021
Welcome to our website and to our work as a non-profit voluntary organisation distributing food on a daily basis in Kathmandu, Nepal. Your Food for the Poor Nepal Team
Daily fresch meal preparation for Food for the Poor Nepal
Every morning, we prepare fresh meals in the kitchen of our fully sponsored new restaurant, Persia’s Biryani Restaurant, located close to the Stupa in Kathmandu. The kitchen meets high hygiene standards and is equipped with a professional hot-air oven.
Thanks to a number of generous sponsors, the food distribution was made possible –
many thanks.
Sponsored: Professional convection oven.
Sponsored: Sealing machine for meal packaging and meal packs.
Sponsored: Two mopeds for efficient transport to various delivery locations.
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The coordinator in Nepal announces daily where food is being distributed.
Photos and/or videos are also shared daily.
Volunteers are handing out food
Children are suffering the most, and people with disabilities are the hardest hit. Fresh, nutritious meals are becoming a luxury they simply cannot afford.
Nutritional deficiencies
can lead to a long list of health complications, including anaemia, infertility, osteoporosis, poor dental health and reduced thyroid function. That is why we refer to them as life-saving foods.
Fruit is distributed twice a day to 140 monks at Seque Monastery in Kathmandu
Young monks are provided with fruit and care. Many young monks live in Kathmandu with very limited resources. Food for the Poor Nepal helps by providing fresh fruit, essential medicines and a sponsored cold store, so that fruit and vegetables can be stored safely and distributed with dignity.
A source of light and blessings
The monasteries of Nepal are home to many young monks — children with pure hearts who have dedicated their young lives to study, meditation and prayer for the benefit of all beings.
Their presence radiates peace and blessings into the world. By supporting these young monks, you are not only nurturing a child, but also cultivating compassion itself and helping to preserve the spiritual heart of Nepal.
Share Food for Peace
Giving from the Heart
Giving for Peace
Every meal brings Hope, Dignity and Peace.
With a monthly donation of €5.00, you can provide 35 meals a year.
In 2026, a meal will cost €1.70, including preparation and distribution costs.
Bank transfer:
Payable to: Stg Mani Bh Lama Gchen Wise
IBAN: NL85INGB0008727326 / BIC: INGBNL2
Reference: Food for the Poor Nepal.
By setting up a standing order with your bank for a monthly donation of €30, you can ensure that people receive a daily meal.
De Stichting Mani Bhadra Lama Gangchen Wise Projects Foundation (MBLGWPF) is door Lama Gangchen Rinpoche op 16 januari 2016 opgericht.
Food for the Poor Nepal is a Non Profit Project from MBLGWPF.
100% of donations are used to purchase food, organise food handouts and distribute food in Kathmandu, Nepal.
A heartfelt thank you
May your generosity be repaid with a Peace, Joy and countless blessings!
