DFCC Bank’s tree-planting efforts get special recognition

DFCC Bank embarked on far-reaching tree planting sustainability measures during the current year which have been commended by Reforest Sri Lanka, with whom the bank collaborated to plant endemic and native species of trees.

Drizzling Foundation conducts ‘Adhyapanayata Athwalak’ in Thalduwa

Drizzling Foundation hosted an event under the theme ‘Adhyapanayata Athwalak’ recently in Thalduwa, Avissawella.

Dilmah supports 25 prison inmates to rebuild their lives

The Prison Reform and Integrate programme initiated by the Merrill J. Fernando Charitable Foundation’s Small Entrepreneur Programme (SEP) handed over cheques to 25 prisoners to help them to rebuild their lives.

Amana Bank makes another contribution to Kalubowila Hospital

As part of its CSR focus towards children, Amana Bank has made another contribution to the Children’s Ward (15B) of the Colombo South (Kalubowila) General Hospital by donating brand new ceiling fans to replace those that have worn-out.

Mercantile Investments clinches ‘All Island CSR Silver’ at CA Awards

Being at the forefront of corporate reporting, Mercantile Investments and Finance PLC (MI) clinched the ‘All Island Silver’ award in Best Corporate Social Responsibility Reporting at the recently held CA Annual Report Awards Ceremony at BMICH, where Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe graced the event as Chief Guest.

Coca-Cola and WTC ‘Give Back Life’ in recycled Christmas decor

In keeping with its much-loved tradition to make the Christmas season a special one, Coca-Cola Beverages Sri Lanka Ltd and the World Trade Centre (WTC) dove into the festivities, but this year with the impactful message of being environmentally conscious and reducing waste. In a unique display of Christmas cheer, colourful, vibrant, upcycled Christmas trees and wreaths made from the recycling of Coca-Cola’s PET bottles adorn the World Trade

Victims affected by incremental weather receive new roofing sheets

The Hill Country, New Villages, Infrastructure and Community Development Ministry in collaboration with the Plantation Human Development Trust, Hatton, issued new roofing sheets to the victims who were affected by the incremental weather experienced on November 29 and 30, 2017.

Habitat for Humanity marks World Habitat Day

Habitat for Humanity Sri Lanka marked the World Habitat Day with a month-long string of activities to build houses and raise awareness for affordable homes. “In keeping with the United Nations’ theme for World Habitat Day 2017 of ‘Housing Policies: Affordable Homes’, Habitat for Humanity Sri Lanka conducted events in October to bring attention to the use of alternative construction materials and technologies in constructin

Sampath Bank rewards Grade 5 Scholarship top performers

Sampath Bank gave away special rewards to 25 students who had excelled in the Grade 5 Scholarship examination at a ceremony held at its head office premises recently. 

Hyundai Lanka launches Hyundai Lanka Foundation

Hyundai Lanka (Pvt.) Ltd, Sri Lanka’s sole authorised importer and distributor of Hyundai vehicles, announced the launch of Hyundai Lanka Foundation recently, to uplift and empower people through selected charitable organisations.

JKF conducts public campaign to address sexual harassment on trains

John Keells Foundation (JKF) - the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) entity of the John Keells Group conducted a public awareness campaign against sexual harassment, targeting commuters of public transport for the second successive year, in commemoration of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women falling on November 25th.

Jinasena water purification plants bring hope to CKD affected regions

Jinasena (Pvt.) Ltd, one of the leading water management systems and solutions providers in Sri Lanka, has witnessed a surge in the demand for water purification plants in the Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) affected areas of the island.

SOSVSL celebrates World Children’s Day

In celebration of World Children’s Day, SOS Children’s Villages Sri Lanka (SOSVSL), an organization that provides alternative care for children who have lost parental support and children at the risk of losing parental upkeep continued to make children their main focus during the festivities.

Bairaha hands over scholarships to support children of employees

Bairaha in keeping with its commitment to support the educational advancement of the future generation, handed over four scholarships to students who are children of employees of the company.

Fashion Bug refurbishes maternity ward at Ragama Teaching Hospital

For expectant parents, the birth of a new baby is a time where they deserve much reassurance and support, and with the aim of enhancing this experience, Fashion Bug recently refurbished the maternity ward at the Ragama Teaching Hospital.

NDB Capital continues scholarship programme for fourth year

NDB Capital Scholarship Trust recently celebrated the completion of four years of its scholarship programme and Annual Scholarship Awards Ceremony for year 2017 to recognize students who displayed exemplary achievements in their fields of study.

Mastercard, Educate Lanka scholarship programme empowers young Sri Lankan women

Mastercard and Educate Lanka presented the first batch of Mastercard sponsored scholarships to educate female students from socioeconomically marginalized backgrounds at a ceremony held recently in Kandy.

Dilmah opens first private sector-initiated climate change research station

Dilmah Founder Merrill J. Fernando was joined by his sons and scientists from universities and NGOs in Sri Lanka recently in inaugurating the first private sector initiative to research climate change and guide planters and farmers in building resilience to the extreme weather that is becoming commonplace.

A mammoth undertaking by Spa Ceylon to protect elephants

Spa Ceylon, the world’s largest luxury ayurveda chain, has strengthened its mission to aid and promote the work of elephant conservation projects in the island by launching a new range of  luxurious products under the label Ceylon Elephant Co.

Laugfs partners Education Ministry to strengthen students’ O/L math knowledge

In a bid to help strengthen mathematical knowledge among students, Laugfs Holdings has partnered with the Mathematics Branch of the Ministry of Education to facilitate a series of Math Camps conducted using Advanced Learning Techniques developed by the Ministry.

Fifty thousand lives improved through Fonterra’s sustainability projects

Ensuring that every person has access to basic resources such as clean water and quality education will provide rural communities with a greater opportunity to reach their full potential, according to the Sustainable Development Goals of the United Nations.

David Bent to give keynote at ‘Best Corporate Citizen Sustainability Awards’

David Bent, world-leading advisor on sustainable business based in the UK, specialist member of Good Karma Consultants, will deliver the keynote address at the ‘Best Corporate Citizen Sustainability Award 2017’ of the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, which will be held on the 28th November at the Cinnamon Grand Hotel, Colombo.

Allianz Lanka alerts road users at unprotected railway crossings

Sri Lanka is witnessing a steady rise in the number of accidents at unprotected railway crossings, with 256 casualties and 180 deaths related to accidents associated with railroads during this year alone.

LOLC Micro Credit supports Kilinochchi Maha Vidyalam students

LOLC Micro Credit Limited (LOMC), Sri Lanka’s only microfinance provider to have received the prestigiouscertification for Client Protection Principles, is a subsidiary of the LOLC Group.The company recently launched a social responsibility initiative to uplift the facilities of Kilinochchi Maha Vidyalam in the Northern Province. 

L B Finance partners SLFVH to help the needy

An undertaking launched by L B finance PLC to address the critical needs of the health sector in Sri Lanka and to instigate the required change that would significantly impact the lives of all citizens of Sri Lanka.

AIA employees lend hand to Batticaloa school

AIA Insurance employees gathered to colour-wash a school building in Batticaloa, under a series of CSR efforts called ‘HR Rendezvous - we come to you.’  

MAS recognized with multiple awards at Presidential Environmental Awards

Having integrated sustainability into the core of its business, MAS Holdings has demonstrated that a ‘Change Inside’ that resonates at a personal core is probably the best way to tackle sustainability issues.

Seylan Pahasara 134th library gains ground

Seylan Pahasara 134th Library successfully developed and handed over to the students of Jinaraja Girls College of Gampola.

Shraddha TV spearheads rebuilding of landslide affected school in Matara

Shraddha Media Network in partnership with the Maha Karuna Buddhist Society Malaysia, Theravada Buddhist Council Malaysia, Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Disaster Management and Dialog Axiata PLC commenced the construction of a new building for landslide-affected Kalubovitiyana Maha Vidyalaya in the district of Matara.

Shangri-La Colombo partners with Trail to drive a fundraiser

Asia Pacific’s leading luxury hotel, resort and residential group Shangri-La joined in as a partner with Trail Sri Lanka last month to drive a fundraiser in USA, urging the Sri Lankan expats to contribute towards this year’s Trail initiative of building a cancer unit at Karapitiya Hospital.