Kuntar and his two brothers learned traditional Tibetan carpentry from their grandfather, who crafted monasteries and family homes entirely by hand. Kuntar and his brothers work to preserve and continue their grandfather’s carpentry and carving skills. They currently work with 6 young Tibetan students, who would be unemployed without woodworking training.
There is significant demand for Kuntar’s intricate carpentry work in his local Tibetan area. In order to take on more orders, increase local incomes, and sustain this special craft, the brothers plan to take on more students each year. A loan of $8,000 will help Kuntar employ and train 5 new students in his grandfather’s traditional woodworking tradition.