Introduction

A proposal was made on 25th February 2021 by one of CandleAid Lanka’s staunch supporters to establish a Fund to support mothers who are either widowed or abandoned by their spouses. These are women who are required to feed, clothe, educate and nurture the children alone while also making a livelihood to keep the home fires burning.

Sponsorship Terms & Donations

CandleAid Lanka supports such mothers with a monthly donation of LKR 5,000 for a period of one year, totaling LKR 60,000 per year. This project is based on a fund, allowing individuals to contribute to the project at any time. Depending on the availability of funds, we enroll families into the project.

Those who are interested in contributing to this fund can do so by directly crediting CandleAid Lanka (Government Approved Charity – Reg.No.GA 201). It is vitally important that CandleAid Lanka is informed of any such remittances made. Please follow the link below for details on how to donate: Donate Now

By establishing the Mother & Child Project fund and implementing targeted support initiatives, CandleAid Lanka aims to alleviate the challenges faced by single mothers and empower them to create a sustainable future for themselves and their children.

Stories of Selected Families

Mrs Raveendiran Suganthini– Jaffna District

Suganthini is a mother of three children. Her husband had passed away in December 2021 due to a snake bite. Her eldest son is studying in Grade 09 and 2nd son is in Grade 05. Her youngest daughter is in Grade 01. She does cooking in a pre-school and earns LKR 5,500 per month. She is suffering from thyroid and attends a clinic once in 03 months. She receives a government dole of LKR 15,000 monthly. The income she earns and the government dole they receive are inadequate for their day-to-day expenses and children’s educational expenses

Mrs Anoja Fernando - Colombo District

Anoja is a mother of four children. She lost her husband under tragic circumstances in November 2023 (he had drowned in a river). Her eldest daughter is studying in Grade 13 and due to write the Advanced Level examination in 2025. Her 2nd daughter is studying in Grade 08 and her son is in Grade 05. Her youngest daughter is a 02 year old infant. Anoja works as a housemaid in a nearby house and earns LKR 12,800 per month. Her relatives help the family whenever they can. The family receives a government dole of LKR 8,500 per month. The income earned by Anoja and the dole are inadequate for their day-to-day expenses and children’s educational expenses.