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Tiyara stirs deep aspirations and dreams of possibilities and hopes, a diadem of education that gives under-resourced, determined students an opportunity to succeed. A post High School education that equips vulnerable young adults with confidence and independence, and educational scholarships that enable them to realize their dreams that their lives may indeed sparkle like gemstones on a diadem.
Tiyara paves a simple yet powerful way forward for our candidates, gifting autonomy through education and the ability to define their own future through socio-economic empowerment, their voices being heard clearly with increased participation.
The Tiyara logo presents a three jeweled crown with an open book underneath. The book opened underneath symbolizes the resources that will help educate to elevate as the jewels pointing upwards symbolize, in forming the Tiyara itself.
Tiyara works with dependable local partners who have a deep understanding of local communal and individual needs. These partners screen candidate applications and make recommendations to Tiyara for educational grants for various college degrees and professional and vocational programs.
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Thank you to the 92 who participated in the Tiyara in Nepal zoom event, and to all those who accompany Tiyara scholars on their journey every day. #scholarships #tiyara #nepal #education #impact

Thank you to the 92 who participated in last Saturday’s Tiyara in Nepal zoom event. Thank you for filling our world with light!

Mark your calendars and make sure you’re registered for tomorrow’s Tiyara in Nepal event! Link in bio! #scholarships #tiyarascholars #nepal #education #impact

The countdown to Tiyara in Nepal begins! Saturday, October 31, 11 am EDT Register now! Link in bio!

Meet Neeru from the Tharu community in Nepal, studying computer engineering. Come hear her story at the Zoom event on Saturday, October 31st. Link in bio to register. #MeetTheScholars #TiyaraInNepal #SharingDreams #education #impact

Why Nepal? Join us for a Zoom gathering to explore dreams shared!

Meet Neeru! A student of computer engineering, from the Tharu community in Nepal Come hear from her at a Zoom gathering on Saturday October 31st!

Join us for a special live Zoom gathering, exploring Tiyara’s new horizons, opening doors to brighter futures. Registration link in bio: https://www.tiyara.org/tiyara-in-nepal #TiyaraInNepal #NewHorizons #EducationChangesLives

Join us for a Zoom event to explore Tiyara’s new horizons! (Link in bio)

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Shalini and Manisha are nursing students introduced to Tiyara by a new partner in Southern India. They are pictured with faculty who had high praise for these scholars. #scholarships #tiyara #educationchangeseverything #education #scholarshipopportunities

A calm mind is the most lethal machete to chop the miseries of our life." — Bhuwan Thapaliya, a poet from Kathmandu, Nepal

Sitharth grew up with the stigma of a parent in prison. Sandhya and Anu are sisters who grew up with the pain of losing their father to murder. All 3 are new Tiyara scholars, now pursuing engineering. #scholarships #tiyara #educationchangeseverything #tiyarascholars #scholarshipopportunities

Tiyara CEO Tilly with Tiyara scholar and engineering student Sitharth.

Kalpana, Tiyara’s newest scholar has gained admission into General Nursing Midwifery. With a nursing qualification she will give back to her community serving and upskilling through Tiyara partner organization medical clinics; and a world of opportunity opening before her. #scholarships #tiyara #educationchangeseverything #education #scholarshipopportunities

So much beauty; so few resources...Tiyara higher education scholarships stand in the gap.

Kanishkar was Tiyara’s 2022 Dolly Samuel Scholarship recipient and is now an insurance manager! #tiyara #education #EducationChangesEverything #scholarships #impact

Happy Labor Day! At the height of the industrial revolution, the average American laborer reportedly worked 12-hour days, seven days a week, and children as young as 5 were put to work. Protests led to the first federal Labor Day holiday in 1894.

Today is International Day of Charity which commemorates Mother Theresa. Is charity just a feel-good act of giving that leaves us with a warm glow? The Role of Philanthropy in Human Flourishing tells us that as Mother Theresa demonstrated, giving can foster mutual transformation. https://www.tiyara.org/blog/the-role-of-philanthropy-in-human-flourishing

Mahima is our 2023 reciprent for the Dolly Samuel Scholarship, she has now graduated university and is working as a nurse 🩺 #scholarships #tiyara #educationchangeseverything #education

Simran is now living her passion as a special ed teacher for autistic children; and she is financially independent. Simran comes from a broken family including 5 siblings. #scholarships #tiyara #educationchangeseverything #education

An Akha tribal, Chompu grew up in a children’s home in the northern hills of Thailand. Now in her second year pursuing Economics on a Tiyara scholarship, her dreams grow ever bigger! Join the dream!

Meet the first recipient of The Dolly Samuel Scholarship for 2025-2031, Zinal! Zina will be using the scholarship to continue to study medicine to become a physician! 🩺 #scholarships #tiyara #educationchangeseverything #scholarshipopportunities

Tiyara higher-education scholarships to the underserved address every tier of Maslow’s hierarchy of needs.

Overcoming adversity after her parents passed when Dolly was just 12 years old, she believed in the transformative power of education with the help of her older siblings and husband. Today, her legacy lives on through scholars and alumni who are building lives of purpose and service. #scholarships #tiyara #education #impact #mothers

Tiyara scholars have a 100% graduation rate.

For stories about our scholars, sign up for our monthly e-updates! https://www.tiyara.org/newsletter-sign-up

Steve tells us what education means to him, what does education mean to you? Share with us in the comments below! #scholarships #tiyara #educationchangeseverything #bridgethegap #education

Check out the Tiyara Endowment Fund at https://www.tiyara.org/donate #EndowmentGiving #Invest #Tiyara

Dolly believed in the transformative power of education. Today, her legacy lives on through scholars who are building lives of purpose and service: Zinal from the Bhil tribe, studying to become a physician Simran, now a special education teacher. Mahima, now a nursing graduate. Kanishkar, now an insurance manager. Four scholars. Four journeys. One enduring legacy. #DollySamuelAward #Tiyara #LegacyInMotion #EducationChangesLives

Thank you to Darlene, Sanjay, Matt and David. Because of your generosity, Steve can graduate with an engineering degree!

Thank you to our donors: Darlene, Sanjay, Matt and David who supported Steve. Because of your generosity, we raised the $750 that Steve needed to “Bridge the Gap” in his senior year, to graduate with an engineering degree.

Education creates opportunity. Opportunity strengthens families. Strong families transform communities. That's the multiplying power of investing in one scholar. #Tiyara #HigherEducation #GenerationalImpact #EducationForChange

Meet Steve’s mentor and coding professor who helped him first learn how to code during his time at University. Link in bio to help Steve achieve his goal of $750! #scholarships #tiyara #educationchangeseverything #scholarshipopportunities #coding

Imagine dropping out just before graduation because you’re $750 short. That's the reality Steve faces today. Fortunately, it's also an opportunity. If enough of us each give a little, Stevenson can keep moving toward his dream. Together, we don't just give money. We remove obstacles. Help us Bridge the Gap. #BridgeTheGap #EducationChangesEverything #Tiyara

See what a day in the life looks like for Steve! One final step, one life changed. Through the end of July Tiyara is raising $750 for Steve to finish out his engineering degree and receive a diploma, but this will only be achieved with an extra push from our generous Tiyara supporters! Will you help us bridge the gap? Link in bio! #scholarships #donor #graduation #tiyara #education

Enjoy Indian cuisine? Check out these authentic recipes from Tiyara shcolars, of curries and chutneys, south Indian rice dishes and cuisine from Nagaland.

One final step, one life changed. Meet Steve! Today through the end of July Tiyara is raising $750 for Steve to finish out his engineering degree and receive a diploma, but this will only be achieved with an extra push from our generous Tiyara supporters! Will you help us bridge the gap? Link in bio! #scholarships #donor #graduation #tiyara #education

One scholar. One final gap. Steve, a first-gen college student, has already reached his senior year in engineering. Now only $750 stands between him and graduation, as his parents have reached the end of their resources. Can you help us build the final bridge? Every gift matters. Let's finish this together. https://donorbox.org/bridge-the-gap-945872 #BridgeTheGap #EducationChangesEverything #Tiyara

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Ellison has been Tiyara’s social media manager for 3 years. What started as an internship has only led to greater and better things! #tiyara #education #intern #volunteer #socialmedia

After graduating on a Tiyara scholarship, Jakjemklala has been nurturing a small business that has grown steadily over time, she has plans to turn it into a physical store in the future. She is very excited and eager to see where this next chapter leads. #scholarships #educationchangeseverything #tiyara #education #alumni

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“I am able to convince my friends and community of the importance of education and how it can elevate because I have seen the way it changed my life.” Chris had his own version of Tiyara growing up which is why he is such a great advocate for Tiyara today! #scholarships #educationchangeseverything #tiyara #education #supporter

Tia works hard at his Chemistry degree on a Tiyara scholarship, as well as outside to help support himself. He is determined to work his way to stable employment and to give back to his family and community. #scholarships #educationchangeseverything #tiyara #education #scholars

Can education be a means of preserving heritage? https://www.tiyara.org/blog/preserving-thai-heritage-through-educational-opportunity

Sakriya Sewa Samaaj focuses on uplifting local indigenous and marginalized communities and providing support for the welfare and advancement of destitute and abandoned children and young adults. #scholarships #educationchangeseverything #tiyara #education #scholarshipopportunities

Molung thought his dream might end when he lost his father. With a Tiyara scholarship, he’s pursuing a degree in Medical Laboratory Science and building the future he once thought was out of reach. He’s determined to support his mother, serve his community, and keep pushing forward. Learn more about Molung and other students in India your support stands behind.

“Being a displaced family in a hopeless situation, this opportunity from Tiyara donors came as a gift from God.” - Merina. Merina completed her certification in Aviation and is now living her dream. Now she is able to help the family finances with a steady income source. #scholarships #educationchangeseverything #tiyara #alumni #aviationscholar

Suresh almost had to give up his education to support his family. Instead, he worked, tutored, and kept going. Today, with the help of Tiyara supporters, he is pursuing his master’s and supporting his parents and wife. Your support helps make stories like his possible.

Thai heritage is shaped by both its mainstream traditions and the rich tapestry of minority ethnic communities, including those in the northern hills of Thailand. Tiyara is proud to support the preservation of Thai heritage through educational opportunities for scholars in Thailand. Learn more: https://www.tiyara.org/blog/preserving-thai-heritage-through-educational-opportunity

Cali’s legacy is volunteering & growing within her community in CO. ”I love hearing people’s stories where they come from, how they’ve walked through life, how they’ve come out the other side stronger.” What will your legacy be? Take the quiz today! (Link in bio) #scholarships #educationchangeseverything #tiyara #education #donor

“I dream of doing research that can help people. I want to work on solutions that improve healthcare, food, and the environment. My aim is to use my education in a way that benefits both rural and urban communities in India.” -Stephen #scholarships #educationchangeseverything #education #scholarshipopportunities #tiyarascholars

“One of the biggest reasons children from this community remained trapped in poverty, is not a lack of ability, but a lack of opportunity. Tiyara’s mission of enabling girls from underserved communities to pursue professional education, aligns perfectly with ours.” - Dr. Azariah on partnering with Tiyara. #scholarships #educationchangeseverything #tiyara #education #scholarshipopportunities

A single donation can change a life. Support Tiyara scholars by helping them overcome barriers to education and build brighter futures. Give today and be part of their journey. https://www.tiyara.org/donate

Happy Earth Day from Tiyara! 🦋🌏🌳 On an average our scholars increase the family income 4X with their first job. This is not only sustainable to the scholar for their future, but benefits an average of 5 family members per alumnus.

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