Sarah and Sera Gurung, proprietors of the Yak Yeti Yak Nepalese restaurant on Pierrepont Street in Bath, have launched a fundraising campaign to aid victims of the catastrophic floods that struck Nepal last Wednesday. With personal ties to the affected areas through family and friends, the couple have a deep commitment to supporting their homeland in its time of crisis.
Over the years, Sarah and Sera, through their Yak Yeti Yak Foundation, have actively contributed to Nepalese communities, notably building several schools in villages impacted by the 2015 earthquake. Despite the current devastation, the pupils and staff of these schools have been reported safe.
The floods, which have claimed at least 1,118 lives with more than 3,900 individuals still missing, have wrought havoc across Nepal and parts of Tibet. Fortunately, all Yak Yeti Yak staff with family in Nepal are also safe.
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In response to the ongoing disaster, the Gurungs swiftly established a disaster fund to provide continued assistance to flood victims. They expressed hope that the generosity previously shown by the Bath community would sustain this support.
Donations can be made directly at Yak Yeti Yak restaurant or via their dedicated fundraising webpage. Additionally, the restaurant is hosting a fundraising event on Sunday, 20 September: a three-course buffet lunch accompanied by a welcome drink, priced at £50 per person. Proceeds will benefit the YYY Foundation for After the Flood, with table bookings available through the restaurant’s online reservation system.
A statement from the foundation emphasises the prolonged nature of recovery efforts: “Following the catastrophic floods of 26 August 2026, Nepal and the communities along the Trisuli River face a long road to recovery. Immediate disaster responses bring vital assistance but also logistical challenges. Once media attention subsides, ongoing support is critical as many will reside in tents and temporary shelters for extended periods.”
Special attention will be given to vulnerable groups such as women and girls, particularly regarding menstrual hygiene. The foundation plans to distribute fully washable period packs and conduct hygiene education sessions.
With fifty-nine schools damaged or destroyed, the foundation intends to collaborate with teachers to provide necessary school equipment and deliver specialist resilience training courses. The statement also highlights the overlooked suffering in places like Devghat in Chitwan, roughly 110 kilometres downstream from Trisuli Bazar.
Sarah and Sera plan to travel to Nepal after Christmas to personally deliver aid and coordinate support efforts where they are most urgently needed, reaffirming their commitment to assist these communities regardless of their location.