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Education in Central Highlands of Sri Lanka – April 14, 2024

Sinthanai Foundation is a free education center, supported by Manitha Neyam Trust, in the town of Kotagala in the midst of a tea plantation. The center provides post-secondary education and training at no cost to students. Once students have completed their secondary education, they can enroll in the various programs offered by the center. These programs include language training in English...

Children Day Care Centre, Batticaloa – March 31, 2024

The number of women-led or single-mother families in the North and East of Sri Lanka has been trending up.  Many of these women face considerable challenges in raising their families, grappling with financial difficulties, and searching for suitable employment to provide for their children. In response, the Manitha Neyam Trust has initiated projects aimed at enhancing the skillsets of these...

Medical Equipment Project, Batticaloa – March 10, 2024

Manitha Neyam Trust sponsored obtaining medical equipment for the Little Sisters of Poors St. Jones Ambulance Services. THEERANIYAM and BAMDO jointly facilitated this donation. Mrs. J.J. Muralitharan, GA Batticaloa, and Patron of BAMDO, along with other distinguished guests graced the occasion. We are grateful to our donors for enabling us to step in when we are called for help! ...

Clean Water Project, Central province – February 12, 2024

An often-overlooked concern in the Upcountry estates is the lack of access to clean water. This affects many schools and households. Families, including school children, often traverse considerable distances to secure clean water. In response, the Manitha Neyam Trust, in collaboration with the International Medical & Health Organization (IMHO) in Sri Lanka, has successfully implemented a project aimed at...

Livelihood Support, Paruppukadanthan, Mannar District – January 29, 2024

A resident of Paruppukadanthan village in the Manthai West division of Mannar district, has received vital livelihood assistance from the Manitha Neyam Trust. Unfortunately, she suffered an accident that resulted in damage to her spinal cord, affecting her mobility. This has plunged her family into dire poverty due to the challenging circumstances of her health. Recognizing their plight, the...