Sri Lanka Red Cross Society

23/04/2026

Coastal Clean-Up Campaign - Chemmalai Beach, Mullaitivu 🌿🌊

The Sri Lanka Red Cross Society - Mullaitivu Branch, together with community participation, carried out a coastal clean-up campaign at Chemmalai Beach.

Through collective action, SLRCS volunteers and community members worked hand in hand to protect the coastline, promote environmental conservation.

💚 Together, we are contributing to a cleaner environment and a safer future for all.

22/04/2026

Supporting children to continue their education with dignity and without barriers ❤️

The Sri Lanka Red Cross Society-Jaffna Branch successfully facilitated a Cycle Donation Programme for selected school students who face challenges in accessing reliable transportation to attend school.

Through the funding support of the Kanagammah Foundation – UK, a total of 23 bicycles were provided to 23 deserving students. This timely support helps ease the daily travel burden of children and ensures they can continue their education safely, consistently, and with greater ease.

The Sri Lanka Red Cross Society extends its sincere appreciation to the Kanagammah Foundation – UK for their valuable partnership and continued commitment to improving the lives of vulnerable communities in Sri Lanka. ❤️

20/04/2026

Five months after Cyclone Ditwah, the journey to recovery continues for many families. 🌧️➡️❤️

In Panwila, families still living in camps were supported by the Sri Lanka Red Cross Society – Kandy Branch with essential non-food relief items, providing much-needed assistance as they continue to navigate ongoing challenges. While time has passed, the need for care and support remains just as important.

We stand with these families and will not forget them - until they rise again. ✨

20/04/2026

✨ Restoring Family Links (RFL) Awareness Programme ✨

The Sri Lanka Red Cross Society – Colombo Branch conducted a Restoring Family Links (RFL) Awareness Programme at the SLRCS Colombo Branch Training Centre.

The session highlighted the critical role of the RFL network in tracing missing persons and restoring contact between family members separated due to humanitarian crises.

In a world increasingly affected by conflicts, disasters, and migration, the pain of family separation continues to impact thousands of lives. Strengthening awareness on how to reconnect loved ones has never been more important. ❤️

18/04/2026

📦❤️ The Sri Lanka Red Cross Society, in partnership with the Chellaram Foundation, provided dry ration packs to families affected by Cyclone Ditwah 🌪️ in Matale.

The distributions were carried out at the Grama Niladhari Office of the Naula Divisional Secretariat and the Ambanganga Korale Divisional Secretariat, organized by the Sri Lanka Red Cross Society – Matale Branch.

This support helps ease daily burdens, enabling families to focus on recovery with a renewed sense of stability and reassurance.

Together, we continue to stand with communities in need, supporting them to rebuild their lives with renewed hope ❤️✨

14/04/2026

𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐒𝐢𝐧𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐚 & 𝐓𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

As we celebrate the Sinhala and Tamil New Year, the Sri Lanka Red Cross Society extends warm wishes of peace, happiness, and prosperity to all Sri Lankans.

07/04/2026

The Sri Lanka Red Cross Society, in partnership with the China Merchants Foundation Limited, is providing educational support to 700 school children affected by Cyclone Ditwah in the Gampaha and Nuwara Eliya districts.

As part of this initiative, the Sri Lanka Red Cross Society - Gampaha Branch organized school pack distributions at Anagarika Dharmapala Maha Vidyalaya, Mellawagedara; Jeyraj Fernandopulle Maha Vidyalaya, Kimbulapitiya, Negombo; and St. Anne’s College, Kurana, Negombo.

Children are among the most vulnerable in the face of disasters. Through these initiatives, we support their uninterrupted education, helping them move forward with renewed hope and dignity. ❤️

06/04/2026

Standing with communities affected by Cyclone Ditwah. ❤️

The Sri Lanka Red Cross Society continues its relief efforts through cash grant distributions, well cleaning, medical camps, first aid services, cleanup campaigns, and essential relief support, helping families recover with dignity and hope.

Update on interventions as of 03rd April 2026: 👇

06/04/2026

Stronger, Prepared, and Ready to Serve ⛑️🚑

The Sri Lanka Red Cross Society conducted a 5-day Branch Disaster Response Team (BDRT) Induction Training for the Puttalam Branch, equipping volunteers with essential skills to effectively respond to disasters and emergencies.

The training focused on strengthening disaster response knowledge, enhancing teamwork, and improving the ability of volunteers to act swiftly and efficiently during crises. Participants also gained hands-on experience in disaster preparedness, community safety, coordination, and humanitarian response.

Together, we are building a stronger and more prepared network of volunteers - ready to stand with communities and deliver timely, effective support when it matters most. 🌍🤝

06/04/2026

03/04/2026

Smiles Returned - A Fresh Start for Young Learners 📚🌈

The Sri Lanka Red Cross Society – Nuwara Eliya Branch distributed school kits to 350 students, supporting their return to learning after the impact of Cyclone Ditwah.

Funded by China Merchants Group, this initiative aimed to ease the burden on affected families and ensure children have the essential supplies needed for their education. ❤️

02/04/2026

Standing with communities affected by Cyclone Ditwah. ❤️

The Sri Lanka Red Cross Society continues its relief efforts through cash grant distributions, well cleaning, medical camps, first aid services, cleanup campaigns, and essential relief support, helping families recover with dignity and hope.

Update on interventions as of 27th March 2026: 👇