Empowering Women

Say Yes for Children

School for Orphans - Imagine a child too poor to afford even a free education. Imagine being this poor and having no parents. The Simtokha Orphanage in Thimpu Bhutan takes care of these children. Even more, it provides a unique blend of traditional spiritual education with a modern secular curriculum.

Protecting Endangered Cultures

Bhutan Cultural Center - A highly focused endeavor that will help to preserve Bhutan’s precious qualities before they are lost to the world forever.

Preserving the Arts

Performing Arts Center of Bhutan - The country of Bhutan is under siege. On the battlefield is an ancient wisdom culture colliding with "Do You Want to Be a Millionaire". The “Performing Arts Center of Bhutan” will be a living institution, playing a key role in preserving Bhutan’s culture by offering a contemporary outlet for performances of traditional music, dance, theater, film, educational programs, and other special events.

Historic Preservation

Bhutan Sewala Sanctuary - If Bhutan had a "center of peace" it might be Sewala Sanctuary. This famous monastic university has produced most of the Je Khenpos—the spiritual heads of all Bhutan. Yet these ancient painted walls are caving in, supported by beams that strain to prevent young monks from being crushed.

Thailand Education Projects

Helping Thailand's Children - We have seen so many instances where a mere $800 has literally saved an entire family from losing their home and losing their land - - land which often supported over a dozen people, from little children to great grandparents. Amicus volunteers are committed to helping Thailand's poorest families.

Holders of the Flame

Tashigang School and Sanctuary - One of the greatest living masters in Bhutan, Lopen Kado lives in a forest hermitage high up in the mountains. There he looks after the education of many young children, and older more accomplished spiritual practitioners, who live in the mountain’s solitude practicing for the benefit of all beings. Together we can preserve the heart of what makes Bhutan truly Bhutan - including these sacred and authentic teachings passed down by a few rare individuals.

Even Helpers Need a Helping Hand

The Amicus Fund- While every Amicus project touches the lives of children, families and communities, Amicus itself would literally close its doors tomorrow if no volunteers showed up in the morning (or wee hours of the night!).