Usthi: 40 years of commitment for children

In 1977 the Usthi Foundation opened the first school in India. 40 years later, we continue to support socially disadvantaged children and young people. Our commitment is only possible through your support!

For four decades, Usthi has been working for the weakest members of society with the aim of enabling them to live an independent life in dignity. With your donation you set an important sign of solidarity with these people and are a vital part of the Usthi family. We would like to take the 40th anniversary as an opportunity to thank our donors and celebrate our joint commitment with two events. Make a note of the dates in your agenda, further details will follow shortly!

29 September 2017 – Usthi Festival and Film Premiere
Usthi shot a documentary with the support of a professional film team. We are showing the film to the public for the first time at the Usthi Festival.

21 October 2017 – 40th Anniversary Concert
We are delighted that the 10-year-old violinist Leia Zhu, together with the Zurich Chamber Orchestra ZKO, is playing an exclusive anniversary concert with the Usthi family at Rapperswil Castle. We are looking forward to an unforgettable evening!

More details on the events will follow shortly, thank you for your patience.

Mitwirkungstag in den Kinderhäusern

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The 3-R Rule of Waste Management

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Stepping into the future with knitwear

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