How Small Donations Create Big Change

When people think of philanthropy, they often picture large grants and big checks. But at Leonardo Edward Shrestha Foundation, we see miracles happen because of Rs. 500, Rs. 1,000, and Rs. 2,000 gifts. Small donations don’t stay small. Together, they create life-changing impact for children battling cancer and their families.

What Your Small Gift Can Do
Cancer treatment is a marathon, not a sprint. Families need help with dozens of daily costs that add up fast. Here’s what your donation covers:

Rs. 500: Buys nutritious meals for a child for two days during chemotherapy, when eating well is critical for strength.
Rs. 1,000: Covers transport for a family traveling from a rural district to Kathmandu for treatment. No child should miss care because of a bus ticket.
Rs. 2,500: Pays for lab tests that confirm whether treatment is working, giving doctors answers and parents hope.
Rs. 5,000: Funds a counseling session for parents and siblings, helping the whole family cope with fear and stress.
By themselves, these amounts feel modest. Combined with hundreds of other donors, they fund full treatment cycles, hospital school supplies, warm blankets, and celebrations that remind kids they’re still kids.

The Power of Many
Think of it like this: 100 people giving Rs. 1,000 is Rs. 100,000. That’s a full month of chemotherapy for a child. Or a hospital-grade wheelchair. Or training for a nurse in pediatric care. Small gifts scale fast when a community comes together.

Small donors also bring something big donors can’t: consistency. Monthly gifts of Rs. 300 or Rs. 500 help us plan. We know we can say “yes” to the next family who walks through our doors because your support is reliable.

Every Rupee Has a Story
Behind every donation is a moment. A child’s first day back at school after treatment. A mother who sleeps on a hospital cot knowing her bus fare home is covered. A father who hears “your child’s scans are clear” because labs were funded on time.

You don’t need to be wealthy to be a lifesaver. You just need to start.

Join thousands of everyday heroes making big change with small gifts. Visit leonardoedwardshresthafoundation.org/donate and choose an amount that feels right for you. Because for a child with cancer, there’s no such thing as “just” a small donation.

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