NLvoorSL

100% of your donation reaches Sri Lanka, no admin fees deducted

About Us

A Bridge Of Hope Between Two Homelands

Founded by Sri Lankan citizens living in the Netherlands, we channel community goodwill into lasting change for the people of Sri Lanka.

We are on mission for great changes

Established in December 2022, Netherlands for Sri Lanka (KVK88403424) is a registered charitable foundation uniting Dutch citizens of Sri Lankan origin to create lasting impact. We raise funds for vulnerable communities in Sri Lanka—children, rural women, the elderly, and disabled—while strengthening cultural ties between the Netherlands and Sri Lanka through community events and meaningful connections across generations.

 

Born from Sri Lanka’s 2022 economic crisis, we saw the urgent need for coordinated, transparent aid. When the nation declared bankruptcy and humanitarian needs soared, we answered the call. Today, we provide long-term assistance with accountability, ensuring every contribution reaches those who need it most.

 

Every project we undertake is driven by transparency and accountability. From school supplies in Badulla to supporting vulnerable families in Wigoda, we ensure your donations create real, measurable change. Our unique position as Sri Lankan expats in the Netherlands allows us to bridge cultures, verify needs directly, and deliver aid efficiently—building a stronger, more resilient Sri Lanka, one community at a time.

Through NLforSL’s support, our children received essential school supplies and hope for a brighter future. This foundation doesn’t just provide aid—they provide dignity and opportunity.

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Trusted charity platform connecting Netherlands and Sri Lanka. We raise funds to provide the essentials to our community.

Our Team Members

Our board members bring diverse expertise and a shared commitment to building a better future for Sri Lanka — united by purpose, driven by compassion.

Chairman/Voorzitter
Nandana Samarasinghe

Living in the Netherlands since 1993, working as a CNC programmer while leading our foundation with dedication. United by the economic crisis impacting vulnerable citizens, we established NLforSL to improve living conditions in our motherland.

Trusted Leadership, Driven By Compassion...
Ruckmal de Silva

Empowering Communities Through Purposeful Compassion

Based in The Hague, I work as a project manager and am committed to improving the lives of vulnerable communities in Sri Lanka through Stichting NLvoorSL, transforming compassion into impactful initiatives.

Vice Chairman / Vice Voorzitter

Lanka Hewa Kandamby

Sharing culture, improving lives…

Senior Laboratory Analyst at Sanquin blood bank Amsterdam, passionate about sharing Sri Lankan culture through dance. Together with fellow Sri Lankans, we established this foundation to support vulnerable citizens during the economic crisis.

Director / Bestuurder

Amal Fernando

Building unity for our homeland…

52 years old from Mount Lavinia, living in Oosterwolde with my wife and four children. After 33 years in the Netherlands, we united to create this organization and make a meaningful difference for Sri Lanka together.

Secretary / Secretaris

Kanchana Rajapakshe

Empowering through education…

Mother of two with a Finance background, living in the Netherlands since 2000. I believe Sri Lanka’s future lies in education—helping economically underprivileged children become tomorrow’s leaders to eliminate absolute poverty.

Treasurer / Penningmeester

Ravi de Silva

Innovative solutions for sustainable development…

As an IT professional and entrepreneur, I have spent over two decades supporting the growth and developmáent of young Sri Lankan professionals. I believe education and professional development are key to addressing many of the challenges Sri Lanka faces today.

Assistant Treasurer / Assistant Penningmeester

NLvoorSL

Our Commitee Members

Dedicated volunteers who bring energy, expertise, and heart to
everything we do for Sri Lanka.

Lal Sampayalaga

COMMITEE MEMBER

Riyas Haleemdeen

COMMITEE MEMBER

Anil Ranathunga

COMMITEE MEMBER

Manjula Rajapakse

COMMITEE MEMBER

Aravinda Rajapakshe

COMMITEE MEMBER

Prasanna Gunavardana

COMMITEE MEMBER

Vyjayanthimala Mathurana

COMMITEE MEMBER

Our Constitution

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Events & Insights

Geachte heer/mevrouw,Namens stichting NL for Sl willen wij u erg bedanken voor u komst, bijdrage en alle hulp die u

Cricket Carnival & Family Day 2024 On June 2nd, 2024, the NL for SL Foundation will host its much-anticipated Cricket

Join us for an unforgettable Valentine’s Day celebration with your family and friends! Dance the night away to your favorite

100% of your donation reaches Sri Lanka, no admin fees deducted