Welcome to PAEFA
Empowering Bhutanese communities through education, health, & wellness.
The Pritam Adhikari Education Foundation America (PAEFA) honors the legacy of Pritamber “Pritam” Adhikari (1990–2013) by serving Bhutanese refugees and low-income families through education and health programs in the U.S., Bhutan, and Refugee camps in Nepal.
Your support goes toward practical programs that serve students, families, and communities with dignity.
PAEFA works with nonprofits, schools, health departments, and local leaders to expand access to resources.
Every program continues Pritam Adhikari’s vision of education, compassion, service, and hope.
Our Impacts
How PAEFA Creates Lasting Community Impact
PAEFA turns compassion into action by connecting students, families, volunteers, health professionals, and community partners around practical support that creates long-term change.
Scholarships & Education Access
We help underprivileged Bhutanese students continue their education through scholarships, school supplies, mentorship, tutoring, and academic guidance.
Health Awareness & Prevention
We support families through community workshops and education on important health topics, including cancer awareness, diabetes, high blood pressure, women’s health, mental health, and prevention.
Refugee Student Support
Through the Sponsor a Refugee program, PAEFA helps students in refugee camps and low-income communities access the resources they need to stay in school and build confidence for the future.
Community Partnerships
We collaborate with nonprofits, health departments, schools, and community organizations to expand access to trusted information, services, and support.
PAEFA Scholarship Program
Investing in Education. Inspiring Futures. Empowering Communities.
PAEFA supports motivated students who are passionate about learning, committed to their communities, and ready to make a meaningful difference. Our scholarship program helps eligible students pursue their academic and career goals by providing financial assistance for tuition, textbooks, and other approved educational needs.
Join Us in Carrying Pritam’s Legacy Forward
PAEFA’s mission grows stronger when people come together. Whether you volunteer, partner, donate, mentor, or help share our work, your support helps create lasting impact for students, families, and communities.
Get Involved
Your Time Can Create Real Community Impact
PAEFA’s work is powered by people who care. Whether you want to mentor students, support health outreach, help organize events, create content, or connect us with community partners, your time and skills can help students and families move forward with hope.
Why Volunteer?
Why Volunteer With PAEFA?
When you volunteer with PAEFA, you become part of a mission rooted in compassion, education, and service. Your involvement helps continue Pritam Adhikari’s legacy while directly supporting students, families, and communities in need.
Use your time and skills to support meaningful programs that create real impact.
Help provide encouragement, resources, and opportunities for those facing barriers.
Take part in outreach, education, and awareness efforts that help families access trusted health and wellness resources.
Be part of a mission built on education, compassion, health, and hope.
Together, We Can Open Doors for Students and Families
Your support helps PAEFA provide scholarships, school supplies, mentorship, health awareness programs, and community resources for Bhutanese refugees and underserved families.
