A documentary film. A global call to action. Waiting for Mamu is the incredible story of Pushpa Basnet and Nepal's most vulnerable children. You can be a part of it.
Find Out How See the TrailerA documentary film. A global call to action. Waiting for Mamu is the incredible story of Pushpa Basnet and Nepal's most vulnerable children. You can be a part of it.
Find Out How See the TrailerIn Nepal, incarcerated mothers must choose between bringing their children to live with them in prison or sending them to the street. Butterfly Home is a safe haven, learning center and surrogate family founded to support the education and growth of these children both in and out of prison.
We currently care for 40 children in our residential home and 7 children in our day care center. By restoring their childhood, we’re securing their future.
See What We DoIn 2005, Pushpa Basnet founded Butterfly Home. Since then, she's rescued and cared for over 500 children. In 2012, CNN recognized her as Hero of the Year.
Read About PushpaWe supply fresh milk, clothes and medical supplies to imprisoned children unable to join us at Butterfly Home.
Learn MoreWhen a parent is released from prison and a child returns home, we help finance his or her school tuition.
Learn MoreMothers learn income-generating skills by making and selling dolls and handcrafts to support Butterfly Home.
Learn MorePowerful stories bring powerful change. By hosting a screening of Waiting for Mamu, you can help change the lives of Nepal’s most vulnerable children.
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