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Discover more about the work we do in Sri Lanka and the impact on the community.

Jun 2025

The IFS Foundation inaugurates new primary school buildings

20 Jun 2025 - 20 Jun 2025

The IFS Foundation inaugurates new primary school buildings

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The IFS Foundation inaugurates new primary school buildings

20 Jun 2025 - 20 Jun 2025

The IFS Foundation celebrated the opening of new primary school buildings in the village of Weralugahamula. These new classrooms will double capacity and provide dedicated learning space for each year group.

Mar 2025

Breaking ground on new computer lab

06 Mar 2025 - 06 Mar 2025

Breaking ground on new computer lab funded by the Hg Foundation

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Breaking ground on new computer lab

06 Mar 2025 - 06 Mar 2025

Representatives from IFS, The IFS Foundation and brand ambassador Platned attended the ground breaking ceremony for a new computer lab in the village of Weralugahamula. This project is being funded by the Hg Foundation.

Feb 2025

Pekoe Trail 2025

14 Feb 2025 - 08 Feb 2025

The IFS Foundation undertook the Pekoe Trail fundraising challenge

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Pekoe Trail 2025

14 Feb 2025 - 08 Feb 2025

The IFS Foundation, with the support of brand ambassador Platned, undertook the Pekoe Trail challenge, a 327KM run through Sri Lanka to raise money for the Foundation.

Dec 2024

IGT 1 signs IFS Foundation Partnership

20 Dec 2024 - 20 Dec 2024

IGT 1 signs IFS Foundation Partnership

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IGT 1 signs IFS Foundation Partnership

20 Dec 2024 - 20 Dec 2024

The IFS Foundation is delighted to announce a multi-year partnership with IGT 1 Outsourcing Lanka (Private) Limited (‘IGT 1 Lanka’), a Port City offshore company in Columbo. The partnership will help accelerate its mission to break the poverty cycle in remote, rural communities throughout Sri Lanka. IGT 1 Lanka’s generous support will help the IFS Foundation remove the many obstacles that prevent children in remote communities from securing a decent education, including access to fresh water, sanitation, healthcare and education infrastructure.

Dec 2024

IFS donates musical instruments to school in Weralugahamula

18 Dec 2024 - 19 Dec 2024

IFS donates musical instruments to school in Weralugahamula

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IFS donates musical instruments to school in Weralugahamula

18 Dec 2024 - 19 Dec 2024

IFS donated musical instruments to school in Weralugahamula, giving students access to a wide range of resources, promoting creativity.

Dec 2024

Poka enters into agreement with the IFS Foundation

10 Dec 2024 - 11 Dec 2024

Poka enters into agreement with the IFS Foundation

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Poka enters into agreement with the IFS Foundation

10 Dec 2024 - 11 Dec 2024

Poka, a Canadian enterprise software company, has entered into a partnership with the IFS Foundation to help accelerate its mission to break the poverty cycle in remote, rural communities throughout Sri Lanka. Poka’s generous support will help the IFS Foundation remove the many obstacles that prevent children in remote communities from securing a decent education, including access to fresh water, sanitation, healthcare and education infrastructure.

Dec 2024

Breaking ground on new primary school

05 Dec 2024 - 06 Dec 2024

Groundbreaking ceremony for construction of new primary school in Weralugahamula

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Breaking ground on new primary school

05 Dec 2024 - 06 Dec 2024

Representatives from IFS, the IFS Foundation and the local community attended a groundbreaking ceremony at the start of construction on a new primary school building in the village of Weralugahamula.

Dec 2024

New dental facility

05 Dec 2024 - 06 Dec 2024

Renovation of dental centre in village of Madampe

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New dental facility

05 Dec 2024 - 06 Dec 2024

The IFS Foundation renovated the Madampe medical centre dental facility, adding a new vaccination room and neonatal care facility. Volunteers from IFS and Foundation partner Platned were on site to finish the work and handover the new asset.

Nov 2024

The Hg Foundation and IFS Foundation announce new partnership.

29 Nov 2024 - 30 Nov 2024

The Hg Foundation and IFS Foundation come together to boost STEM education in Sri Lanka.

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The Hg Foundation and IFS Foundation announce new partnership.

29 Nov 2024 - 30 Nov 2024

The Hg Foundation, a grant-giving charity focused on improving tech education and skills, is partnering with the IFS Foundation to promote STEM skills in remote and rural communities in Sri Lanka. The Hg Foundation's grant will support the construction of a computer lab and staff training to deliver IT and STEM classes in the village of Weralugahamula. Click here for more details.

Nov 2024

IFS Foundation launches free photo album

25 Nov 2024 - 26 Nov 2024

IFS Foundation launches free photo album

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IFS Foundation launches free photo album

25 Nov 2024 - 26 Nov 2024

The IFS Foundation is proud to launch a dedicated photo album, including images of IFS employees at work and at home. The album, along with the IFS Foundation calendar, cookbook and music album, is available to download free of charge. However we ask that, in return, you consider donating to support the work of the IFS Foundation.

Nov 2024

Platned partners with the IFS Foundation

11 Nov 2024 - 12 Nov 2024

The IFS Foundation announces a significant new partnership with Platned.

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Platned partners with the IFS Foundation

11 Nov 2024 - 12 Nov 2024

The IFS Foundation is thrilled to announce a significant new partnership with Platned, marking a transformative milestone in its mission to support and uplift communities in need. This long-term commitment enables us to plan and invest with confidence. As part of this commitment, the IFS Foundation formally recognises Platned as Brand Ambassador.

Sep 2024

Planting a Fruit and Veg Patch at a Local School

13 Sep 2024 - 14 Sep 2024

IFS Foundation partner Astra Canyon helped plant a fruit and veg patch at a school in Weralugahamula.

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Planting a Fruit and Veg Patch at a Local School

13 Sep 2024 - 14 Sep 2024

IFS Foundation partner Astra Canyon visited the school in Weralugahamula. Together with students and staff, they planted a fruit and veg patch that will serve as an education asset and a source of nutrition to supplement student meals.

Sep 2024

Donated sewing machines

05 Sep 2024 - 06 Sep 2024

In partnership with Singer Sri Lanka, the IFS Foundation donated sewing machines to women in the village of Weralugahamula.

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Donated sewing machines

05 Sep 2024 - 06 Sep 2024

The IFS Foundation donated sewing machines to women in the village of Weralugahamula. In transferring these productive assets, we help women generate a regular income, stabilising families and creating the conditions for their children to get a decent education. We also took the opportunity to provide advice on table banking, building a collective, and the basics of running a home-based business. Singer Sri Lanka PLC, an IFS customer, provided the sewing machines at discounted rates.

Jul 2024

Waste Storage Unit

17 Jul 2024 - 16 Jul 2024

Waste Storage Facility at Madampe Divisional Hospital

A dedicated waste storage unit to dispose of used medical materials responsibly.

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Waste Storage Unit

17 Jul 2024 - 16 Jul 2024

Using local contractors, the IFS Foundation funded the construction of a new waste storage facility in Weralugahamula designed to handle various types of hospital waste. The unit contains necessary equipment and capacity for waste management, including secure storage containers and proper ventilation systems.

Jul 2024

Laptop donation

05 Jul 2024 - 04 Jul 2024

Schoolchildren in Weralugahamula discover how to use a laptop

Laptop donation to promote STEM skills in Weralugahamula.

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Laptop donation

05 Jul 2024 - 04 Jul 2024

The IFS Foundation distributed laptops, generously donated by IFS, to Weralugamaula school, helping to promote STEM skills in remote, rural communities. Additionally, a laptop was donated to the Madampe Divisional Hospital to improve healthcare administration.

Jun 2024

Sanitation Facilities

14 Jun 2024 - 13 Jun 2024

Sanitation facilities to prevent the risk of communicable disease.

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Sanitation Facilities

14 Jun 2024 - 13 Jun 2024

The IFS Foundation is funding the construction of 25 sanitation facilities for homes in the community of Weralugahamula. These facilities promote good hygiene and help prevent the risk of communicable disease.

May 2024

New RO Plant

11 May 2024 - 10 May 2024

A new reverse osmosis water treatment plant built for Weralugahamula school.

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New RO Plant

11 May 2024 - 10 May 2024

The IFS Foundation inaugurated a dedicated reverse osmosis water treatment plant for Weralugahamula school. Access to fresh water facilitates hygiene and mitigates the risk of communicable diseases. This asset was funded by IFS Foundation partner Hoist. Volunteers from Hoist and IFS also spent time to repaint school buildings during their visit, to instill pride, and stimulate creativity and learning.

Mar 2024

New Classroom Opening

02 Mar 2024 - 01 Mar 2024

Inaugurated six new classrooms at the Welasiya Government School

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New Classroom Opening

02 Mar 2024 - 01 Mar 2024

The IFS Foundation attended the opening ceremony for six new classrooms at the Welasiya Government School. These classrooms, funded by the Foundation, provide students with the opportunity to continue their education up to age 18 and expand school capacity to over 700 students. The opening ceremony was a day of great celebration, with traditional dances and inspiring speeches. Trustees from the IFS Foundation, IFS senior leaders and representatives were present to mark the occasion.

Feb 2024

Painting school desks and chairs

29 Feb 2024 - 01 Feb 2024

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Painting school desks and chairs donated by the IFS Foundation, Weralugahamula School

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Painting school desks and chairs

29 Feb 2024 - 01 Feb 2024

A team of 13 IFS employees got together to paint the desks and chairs that were donated to the Weralugahamula school by the IFS Foundation. Local community members and the school teaching staff also participated in the effort. This forms part of a broader commitment to investing in public health and education.

Feb 2024

Community cleanup and awareness session

29 Feb 2024 - 01 Feb 2024

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Community cleanup and awareness session on plastic pollution in Weralugahamula.

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Community cleanup and awareness session

29 Feb 2024 - 01 Feb 2024

12 IFS volunteers spent the day cleaning up a polluted area in Weralugahamula. The IFS Foundation led the effort, joined by 2 knowledge partners from Plasticcyle, who conducted an engaging awareness session on plastic pollution and volunteer briefing on waste segregation at the Madampe Divisional Hospital before heading out to clean. Together with 16 volunteers from the local community, the team collected many bags of waste, including recyclable and non-recyclable plastics, glass, and cans, handing over the collected waste to local officials for responsible disposal.

Jan 2024

RO plant

31 Jan 2024 - 01 Jan 2024

Opening the RO plant at Madampe Divisional Hospital.

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RO plant

31 Jan 2024 - 01 Jan 2024

The IFS Foundation inaugurated a new water treatment plant at the Madampe Divisional Hospital, ensuring that hospital staff and patients have access to fresh, clean drinking water.

Nov 2023

painting the new classrooms

30 Nov 2023 - 01 Nov 2023

IFS employees painted the new classrooms donated by the IFS Foundation

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painting the new classrooms

30 Nov 2023 - 01 Nov 2023

Aug 2023

Painted the school buildings

31 Aug 2023 - 01 Aug 2023

IFS employees painted the school buildings of Welasiya Government School

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Painted the school buildings

31 Aug 2023 - 01 Aug 2023

With the support of the IFS Foundation, 83 IFS employees used their annual volunteer day to help refurbish Welasiya Government School in Welusumanapura. Over the course of two days, volunteers worked alongside representatives from Foundation partner organisations and parents of school children to buildings, desks, and chairs.

Apr 2023

English language lessons

30 Apr 2023 - 01 Apr 2023

Supporting English language lessons at Welasiya Government School, Welusumanapura

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English language lessons

30 Apr 2023 - 01 Apr 2023

IFS staff volunteer to participate in English lessons for school students on a monthly basis, sharing knowledge and building trust.

Mar 2023

Village Visit

31 Mar 2023 - 01 Mar 2023

In March, representatives from an IFS Foundation partner visited the rural community.

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Village Visit

31 Mar 2023 - 01 Mar 2023

In March, representatives from IFS, an IFS Foundation Partner, visited Welusumanapura. During this visit, a ceremony was held to set the foundation stone for the new classroom buildings under construction. An additional 4 coconut husk machines were donated to the local community. 3 specialised sewing machines were also donated to a clothing collective formed by 12 local women.

Our education projects align to UN Sustainable Development Goal 4 (Quality Education) and our home industry projects align to SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth).

Mar 2023

Reverse Osmosis Water Plant

31 Mar 2023 - 01 Mar 2023

In March, a second Reverse Osmosis Water Plant was donated to the community.

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Reverse Osmosis Water Plant

31 Mar 2023 - 01 Mar 2023

In March, construction on a second Reverse Osmosis Water Plant was completed. This was funded by IFS Foundation partner, Hoist. Representatives of Hoist attended the site to help complete the painting of the building and to officially hand it to the community.

This project is aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goal 6.

Jan 2023

Hoist becomes first IFS Foundation partner

04 Jan 2023 - 04 Jan 2023

Hoist becomes first IFS Foundation partner

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Hoist becomes first IFS Foundation partner

04 Jan 2023 - 04 Jan 2023

IFS partner Hoist signs up to become our inaugural partner, with a multi-year commitment boosting confidence to invest in longer term projects at scale.

Nov 2022

Hospital Repainting Project

30 Nov 2022 - 01 Nov 2022

In November, IFS volunteers repainted the maternity ward of the community hospital.

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Hospital Repainting Project

30 Nov 2022 - 01 Nov 2022

In November, IFS volunteers repainted the maternity ward and kitchen of the hospital in Welusumanapura. This took place over 2 days and had support from over 27 individuals, including partners of the IFS Foundation.

This project aligns to the UN Sustainable Development Goal 3 (Good Health and Wellbeing) and is part of the Foundation’s ongoing commitment to improving the medical facilities for the local community.

Dec 2022

English Lessons

31 Dec 2022 - 01 Nov 2022

In November and December, volunteers from IFS ran English Lessons for students.

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English Lessons

31 Dec 2022 - 01 Nov 2022

In November and December, volunteers from IFS supported the facilitation of English Lessons. These lessons were requested by the school to support students from grades 9-11 in practising their spoken English. Three lessons were run between November and December. These lessons received positive feedback from both students and teachers, and as a result these lessons will continue into 2023.

Education is one of the five core focus areas for the IFS Foundation. We believe that providing quality education to all is fundamental to the long-term relief of poverty in rural Sri Lanka. It also aligns to UN Sustainable Development Goal 4 (Quality Education).

Aug 2022

Medical Supplies

31 Aug 2022 - 01 Aug 2022

In August, the IFS Foundation sourced medical supplies and helped to ensure delivery to people in need.

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Medical Supplies

31 Aug 2022 - 01 Aug 2022

In August, in response to the economic crisis and in partnership with medical officers and community leaders, the Foundation sourced medical supplies and helped to ensure delivery to people in need.

This project aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 3 (Good Health and Wellbeing), supporting the IFS Foundation’s goal of improving wellbeing within rural Sri Lanka.

Jun 2022

Computer Lab

21 Jun 2022 - 01 May 2022

In May 2022, a number of IFS Foundation trustees visited Welusumanapura to formally open the computer lab within Welasiya Government School.

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Computer Lab

21 Jun 2022 - 01 May 2022

In May 2022, a number of IFS Foundation trustees visited Welusumanapura to formally open the computer lab within Welasiya Government School.

Built in partnership with IFS, the computer lab provides the local students with the access to education and opportunity to develop IT skills to support them throughout their futures.

This project is aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 4 (Quality Education), supporting the IFS Foundation’s goal of increasing access to educational opportunity.

Feb 2022

Public Sanitary Facilities

28 Feb 2022 - 01 Feb 2022

In February 2022, the IFS Foundation completed the construction of a public sanitary facility.

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Public Sanitary Facilities

28 Feb 2022 - 01 Feb 2022

In February 2022, the IFS Foundation completed the construction of a public sanitary facility. Located by the local medical centre, this facility will provide a safe, accessible facility for the community. Designed to provide disabled access, this is an important addition to the village.

Built in partnership with IFS, this brings the total number of sanitary facilities supplied by the Foundation, within Welusumanapura, to 26. The majority of these were provided for homes without sanitary facilities - providing essential facilities for local families.

These projects are aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 6 (sanitation) – one of the five key focus areas for the IFS Foundation.

Dec 2021

Care Packages

31 Dec 2021 - 01 Nov 2021

In December, the community of Welusumanapura was impacted by heavy rains causing local flooding.

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Care Packages

31 Dec 2021 - 01 Nov 2021

In December, the community of Welusumanapura was impacted by heavy rains causing local flooding. IFS, in partnership with the IFS Foundation, facilitated the donation of care packs to affected families.

The care packs contained food and other essentials to support the community during this time. 130 packages were donated to the village of Welusumanapura.

Jul 2021

Coconut Husk Machines

31 Jul 2021 - 01 Jul 2021

The IFS Foundation, in partnership with IFS, donated coconut husk chipping machines to families in Welusumanapura.

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Coconut Husk Machines

31 Jul 2021 - 01 Jul 2021

The IFS Foundation, in partnership with IFS, donated coconut husk chipping machines to four families in Welusumanapura. The donation of the coconut husk chipping machines has allowed the families to generate income and support themselves, overcoming challenges to their ability to work.

Providing opportunities for home industry is important. It provides a valuable source of income for families, creating economic independence and helping to boost the broader local economy. It also ensures children can stay in school longer, receiving a better education and improving their long-term prospects.

Of the five key focus areas for the IFS Foundation, this project contributes to providing employment opportunities. This is aligned to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 8.

Jul 2021

RO Plant

31 Jul 2021 - 01 Jun 2021

A Reverse Osmosis Water Plant brings clean water to Welusumanapura, Sri Lanka.

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RO Plant

31 Jul 2021 - 01 Jun 2021

In partnership with IFS, the IFS Foundation has completed the installation of a reverse osmosis (RO) water plant. This new plant can serve water requirements all day and will provide up to 6000 litres of drinking water daily to the community.

Access to fresh drinking water can help eliminate many preventable diseases. A healthy community is a viable community. This project is aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goal 6.

Dec 2020