Seylan Bank’s Islamic Banking Unit recently extended its support to OrphanCare Trust, contributing LKR 1 million from its charity fund to strengthen the organisation’s ongoing efforts to support orphaned youth as they transition into independent life beyond institutional care.
The donation was handed over at a simple ceremony attended by senior representatives of Seylan Bank, including Mr. Sameer Mohamed, Head of the Islamic Banking Unit; Mr. Ranil Dissanayake, Chief Operating Officer; and Mr. Ramesh Jayasekara, Director and Chief Executive Officer. OrphanCare Trust was represented by its Head, Mr. Azad Zaheed, and Deputy Head, Mr. Marshad Barry. The contribution reflects Seylan Islamic Banking’s continued commitment to uplifting underprivileged communities through initiatives that create meaningful and long-term social impact.
Commenting on the partnership, Mr. Ranil Dissanayake, Chief Operating Officer of Seylan Bank, stated:
“At Seylan Islamic Banking, we recognise the importance of sustainable giving—supporting initiatives that empower individuals to build better futures for themselves. OrphanCare Trust’s focus on supporting youth after they leave institutional care aligns closely with our core values of compassion, equity, and community development.”
Established in 2019, OrphanCare Trust is an independent organisation dedicated to addressing a critical yet often overlooked need—supporting orphans once they reach 18 years of age and are required to leave institutional childcare. Guided by Article 2 of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child, the Trust operates without discrimination based on race, religion, or background, providing care, guidance, and opportunities to orphaned youth across Sri Lanka.
Currently, OrphanCare Trust supports children from over 90 childcare homes, including six orphanages in the Western Province. Since its inception, the Trust has disbursed more than Rs. 75 million across 21 funding rounds, benefitting over 3,100 orphans nationwide. Beyond financial assistance, OrphanCare’s mission centres on ensuring that orphaned youth are not left without direction after exiting institutional care, supporting their access to education, employment, and pathways to long-term self-sufficiency.
As an initiative that transcends religious and ethnic boundaries, OrphanCare Trust continues to embody the spirit of unity and compassion, ensuring that every orphaned child is given the opportunity to lead a dignified and independent life.
The contribution further reflects Seylan Islamic Banking’s broader commitment to supporting charitable initiatives that go beyond immediate relief, focusing instead on sustainable empowerment, inclusion, and long-term social development.