Dr. Sanduk Ruit Receives $50,001 Support from Sherpa Kyidug USA
United Sherpa Association (USA) Inc., Sherpa Kyidug America, New York, Honors Dr. Ruit for Global Contribution in Eye Care. Dr. Sanduk Ruit has received financial support of 50,001 USD from Sherpa Kyidug USA. The amount collected from members of the organization was handed over to Dr. Ruit with honor during a special event.
Lhakpa Rinjee Sherpa, Coordinator of the Sherpa Kyidug Advisory Committee, stated that the organization decided to honor and support Dr. Ruit for his globally renowned contributions to eye treatment.
Additional Contribution from Himalayan Hope Network
An additional 5,007 USD collected by the Himalayan Hope Network was also transferred through Sherpa Kyidug. The donation highlights a growing commitment to support Dr. Ruit’s work through volunteering and fundraising efforts in the coming days.
Dr. Ruit’s Vision for Global Eye Care Partnerships
Dr. Ruit explained that his current visit to the United States aims to promote Nepal’s successful medical practices and eye restoration model globally by partnering with prestigious institutions such as Harvard, Stanford, Brown, and Bascom Palmer.
He shared plans to establish a high-tech intraocular lens manufacturing factory in Nepal with the goal of exporting globally. The profits generated will fund free eye care for economically disadvantaged communities as part of a long-term vision.
Funding Goal and Community Appeal
Dr. Ruit stated that the estimated cost for this project is around 8 million USD. So far, 3 million USD has been raised, and he emphasized the importance of active participation from the Nepali community to raise the remaining 5 million USD.
