Behind every transformative volunteer experience is a team of local leaders, coordinators, cooks, drivers, teachers, and artisans who bring Broken Earth programs to life. They are the bridge between cultures, the keepers of local knowledge, and the reason our work is grounded in respect, humility, and authenticity. The impact of a program isn’t measured by the number of volunteers who arrive — it’s measured by the strength of the relationships formed with the people who welc

The holiday season often arrives with a predictable rhythm: crowded shops, endless sales, and pressure to buy things that rarely hold lasting meaning. For many, the expectation to give more can overshadow the real purpose of the season. Yet thoughtful giving does not depend on elaborate packaging or expensive purchases. It begins with intention and an understanding of what truly creates value for others. At Broken Earth , volunteer programs are built on community partnerships

Every organization has its defining years—periods that shape its direction, its identity, and the foundations it will build upon. For Broken Earth, 2025 was not a year marked by rapid expansion or highly visible achievements. Instead, it was a year of careful steps, deliberate learning, and quiet but significant progress. This reflection explores how Broken Earth developed during 2025: the first official experiential learning program in Nepal, the realities of building an em