Health Environmental Learning Program, Inc 18648 Snowy Plover Circle, Anchorage, AK 99516

The Health Environmental Learning Program, Inc is a Christian organization based in Anchorage, Alaska, that focuses on international community development. Founded in 1999 by a family physician and an environmentalist, the program takes a holistic approach to addressing the physical and spiritual needs of the poor, particularly in the Himalayas in Asia. Through initiatives in literacy, animal husbandry, health, agriculture, income generation, and environmental preservation, the program aims to empower local communities to develop and minister to people of all faiths.

The program is rooted in the teachings of Jesus, emphasizing the importance of loving God and loving one's neighbor. By providing literacy classes to individuals from lower castes, H.E.L.P. enables them to break free from the cycle of poverty. Additionally, the program offers training to farmers to improve their agricultural practices and care for their crops and livestock.

With a focus on empowering national believers to lead their communities, H.E.L.P. works closely with Field Coordinators who are leaders within their communities and churches. These coordinators assist in assessing community needs, monitoring the impact of training programs, and ensuring government and community leaders are involved in the process.

Through its various programs, H.E.L.P. aims to alleviate spiritual and physical poverty in remote areas of the Himalayas and spread the message of Christ. From equipping church leaders to improve community life to teaching farmers new techniques and spreading literacy, the program is making a significant impact on the lives of those it serves.