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DIGITAL BRIDGES 4 NEPAL INC
Jackson Heights, NY · EIN 475248950 · Form 990EZ · FY2025 · NTEE Q33 · International Affairs · Small ($100K-$1M) · digitalbridges.org
revenue
$163K
expenses
$136K
net assets
$68K
employees
—
mission · from form 990

TO CLOSE GAPS THAT EXISTS IN RURAL NEPAL

profile · synthesized from sources

DIGITAL BRIDGES 4 NEPAL INC operates Collaborative Learning Environment Centers (CLECs) in rural Nepal to provide students and communities with access to digital tools, internet, and student-centered learning methodologies. The organization partners with local governments to co-fund and co-implement technology-enabled classrooms in secondary schools and ward offices, focusing on improving educational outcomes and digital literacy. Projects are concentrated in Gorkha, Syangja, Khotang, and Koshi districts, with an emphasis on local ownership and long-term sustainability.

named programs · 3 · from sources

What they call their work

Collaborative Learning Environment Center (CLEC)
Installs and equips technology-enabled classrooms in rural Nepali schools with laptops, smart boards, internet, and collaborative furniture to support student-centered, interactive learning
Mini CLEC / Ward CLEC
Establishes community-based digital hubs in ward offices for virtual meetings, digital skills training, and participatory local governance, extending CLEC model beyond schools
Teacher Onboarding and Professional Development
Provides structured training in ICT-integrated, student-centered pedagogy, including accredited courses developed with Kathmandu University School of Education
activities · 4 groups

What they do

  • Student Progress Assessment & Program Evaluation 1 activity
    • Conducting educational impact assessments
      Collects and reports on educational outcomes from CLEC programs, including data showing 92% of students demonstrated improved academic performance, 97% student engagement, 95% increased interest in studying, and 100% pass rate on ICT exams at specific campuses.
  • Educational Technology Access and Support 1 activity
    • Establishing and operating Collaborative Learning Environment Centers (CLECs) in rural Nepal
      Designs, builds, and operates Collaborative Learning Environment Centers (CLECs) in rural and underserved areas of Nepal, integrating digital infrastructure, internet connectivity, and interactive learning tools into classrooms to improve educational outcomes. The organization supports 20 active CLECs across 10 regional hubs in 4 provinces, including installations in high schools, ward offices, and rural campuses, with evidence of enhanced student engagement, academic performance, and teacher effectiveness.
  • Digital Literacy Training and Technology Access 1 activity
    • Providing digital literacy and skills training to students and teachers
      Delivers digital literacy, computer science education, and skills development programs for students and teachers in rural Nepal. This includes teaching coding, web development, and digital creation to high school students, as well as training over 54 teachers in collaborative ICT teaching methods and facilitating workshops on AI in education and collaborative tools.
  • Uncategorized 1 activity
    • Organizing donor engagement trips to Nepal
      Organizes annual Donor's Journey trips to Nepal, managing logistics, itineraries, cultural experiences, and accommodations to immerse donors in the organization’s work, including visits to CLEC-equipped schools and interactions with students, teachers, and rural communities.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$163K
Contributions & grants$163K100%
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expenses
Total expenses$136K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
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balance sheet
Total assets$68K
Cash—
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Net assets$68K
4 years on record · 2022–2025 · YoY revenue +120.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025

Who runs it

board members · 2
  • Melanie Wyler — Director
  • Somnath Ghimire — Director
relationships · 14

Who they work with

  • Bhimsen Thapa Rural Municipality Partner — Collaborates on establishing CLECs in schools and ward offices to promote digital inclusion and community-led learning.
  • Bhimsenthapa Rural Municipality Partner — Local government partner in the implementation of CLECs across three schools.
  • Bhimsenthapa Rural Municipality Partner — Partnered to implement Collaborative Learning Environment Centers (CLECs) through an equal co-funding model in Gorkha District.
  • Jomsom CLEC Partner — Local center in Jomsom where DB4N works to support student development and confidence building.
  • KUSOED’s Research and Innovation Center Partner — Formal research partner with Digital Bridges 4 Nepal, conducting studies on student learning outcomes in CLEC sites.
  • Kaligandaki Rural Municipality Partner — Coordinated with to establish the first CLEC in Syangja District, focusing on sustainability and integration into regular teaching.
  • Kathmandu University Partner — Partnered with Kathmandu University School of Education to conduct an impact study on CLEC effectiveness.
  • Kathmandu University School of Education Partner — Partnered with DIGITAL BRIDGES 4 NEPAL INC to install the CLEC through a signed Memorandum of Understanding.
  • Kathmandu University School of Education Partner — Partnered with Digital Bridges 4 Nepal to launch a CLEC, offer accredited credit courses for educators, and conduct joint research.
  • Saugat Balami Partner — Implementation partner responsible for designing and building CLEC rooms in collaboration with DIGITAL BRIDGES 4 NEPAL INC
  • Shree Adarsha Partner — Hosts a Collaborative Learning Environment Center (CLEC) in Syangja.
  • Shree Kuhudanda Partner — Hosts a Collaborative Learning Environment Center (CLEC) in Khotang.
  • Shree Prabhat Partner — Hosts a Collaborative Learning Environment Center (CLEC) in Gorkha.
  • local municipal government Partner — Co-funds and collaborates with DB4N to build and sustain CLECs in rural Nepal.
strategies · 5

How they approach the work

Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.

  • Community-Led Learning and Local Ownership
    methodology: community_led_learning
    By establishing community-led digital learning centers (CLECs) co-developed with local governments and communities, we ensure sustainability and relevance, because local ownership increases engagement, accountability, and long-term adoption.
  • Immersive Donor Engagement
    methodology: immersive donor engagement
    By offering donors immersive, relationship-based experiences with beneficiaries, we cultivate long-term support, because personal connection to impact increases donor commitment and sustained funding.
  • Local Talent Development for Sustainability
    methodology: local_talent_development
    By training and employing local talent to manage and sustain CLECs, we ensure long-term operational resilience, because locally rooted teams are more adaptable, cost-effective, and accountable to community needs.
  • Student-Centered Pedagogy
    methodology: student-centered_learning
    By designing learning environments and training teachers to support student-led inquiry and collaboration, we empower student ownership of learning, because active, facilitative models increase motivation and deepen understanding compared to passive instruction.
  • Technology-Enabled Collaborative Learning
    methodology: technology-enabled collaborative learning
    By integrating digital infrastructure and interactive tools into classrooms, we improve educational outcomes and build 21st-century skills, because technology fosters engagement and enables peer collaboration in ways that traditional instruction cannot.