Annual Event and Celebration Comprehensive Educational Support 2025
January 19 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
The Athula Dassana Buddhist Community Centre proudly hosts its yearly scholarship programme aimed at empowering underprivileged students across all provinces of Sri Lanka. Established in 2014 with just 36 students and inspired by the vision of the Chief Sangha of Great Britain, Ven. Wanduramba Kassapa Thera, the initiative has now supported the education of over 100 children from Year 1 to Year 13, fostering a brighter future for Sri Lanka’s youth.
- School uniforms, shoes, and socks
- Stationery, books, dictionaries, and school bags
- Lunch boxes, water bottles, and raincoats
Students achieving 9 A’s in their O-level examinations are further rewarded with a monthly stipend of 10,000 rupees to fund A-level tuition, as well as a laptop to support their studies. University entrants also receive laptops, motivating students to aim high in their academic pursuits.
Annual Event and Celebration
The highlight of the year is the annual scholarship event, held at the auditorium of D.S. Senanayaka College, Colombo 07. Before the ceremony, students are taken on a tour of Colombo’s iconic landmarks, providing a mix of education and enjoyment for many who have never explored the capital city. The event also serves as a platform for artistically talented students to showcase their skills, adding a vibrant and creative touch to the celebration.