Colombo Friend In Need Society

27/07/2026

𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁. 𝗨𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗽𝘂𝗿𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗲. 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗶𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻.

Colombo Friend in Need Society (CFINS) was delighted to welcome approximately 75 interns from Deloitte for an insightful visit and knowledge-sharing session.

The interns were introduced to the history and mission of CFINS, the work carried out to support individuals who have experienced limb loss, and the wider social impact of restoring mobility. Through a specially curated presentation and informative knowledge-sharing sessions, they learned how access to an artificial limb can help an individual regain independence, return to work, pursue an education, and participate more fully in family and community life.

The programme also highlighted the important role that individuals and corporate organisations can play in sustaining this impact through greater awareness, meaningful partnerships, and responsible giving.

We extend our sincere appreciation to Dr. Ranjan Dias and Mr. Supem de Silva for leading the knowledge-sharing sessions and generously sharing their expertise and insights with the visiting interns.

We also thank the dedicated CFINS team, whose careful planning, coordination, and invaluable behind-the-scenes work helped make the visit both meaningful and successful.

Our sincere thanks to the Deloitte interns and team for taking the time to visit CFINS, engage with our work, and learn more about the lives transformed through restored mobility.

Every visit creates greater awareness. Every conversation carries our mission further.

Together, we can empower more steps and transform more lives.

23/07/2026

𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗽 𝘁𝗲𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝗮 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆.

For many of us, walking is something we rarely think about. But for thousands of Sri Lankans who have lost a limb due to the war, the landmines, road and train accidents, diabetes, cancer, vascular disease, and other life-changing circumstances, taking a single step again can mean reclaiming independence, dignity, and hope.

At Colombo Friend in Need Society (CFINS), we believe that mobility changes lives. Every artificial limb we provide gives someone the opportunity to return to work, care for their family, pursue an education, and live with renewed confidence.

Today, we invite you to become part of that journey.

Whether you choose to donate, sponsor a limb, partner with us, or simply share our mission, your support helps restore more than mobility, it restores possibility.

Together, we can empower a step and transform a life.

Visit www.cfins.org to learn more and support our mission.

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13/07/2026

🔥 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲𝗿 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀

On 7 July 2026, Colombo Friend in Need Society (CFINS) hosted a Fire Awareness Programme at the CFINS premises for the staff of CFINS and Gamini Matha.

The programme was conducted in collaboration with the Municipal Council Fire Brigade, coordinated by the Officer-in-Charge, Mr. Ranjan Kumara, who assigned Mr. Pawan Pathmasiri as the resource person for the training.

Participants gained valuable knowledge during the interactive session, covering:
🚒 Fire prevention and safety measures
🚒 Emergency response procedures
🚒 The correct use of firefighting equipment
🚒 Practical steps to ensure a safer workplace

At CFINS, we believe that creating a safe working environment is an essential part of caring for our staff, volunteers, beneficiaries, and community. We extend our sincere appreciation to the Municipal Council Fire Brigade, Mr. Ranjan Kumara, and Mr. Pawan Pathmasiri for sharing their expertise and helping us strengthen our preparedness.

Together, we continue to learn, grow, and build a safer future.

08/07/2026

𝗔 𝗟𝗶𝗺𝗯. 𝗔 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗛𝗼𝗽𝗲.

At just 24 years old, he lost his leg. In 1984, he became one of the earliest beneficiaries of 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗺𝗯𝗼 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗡𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗲𝘁𝘆 (𝗖𝗙𝗜𝗡𝗦), receiving his first artificial limb as beneficiary 𝘑𝘍17.

Over the past 40 years, CFINS has provided him with around ten prosthetic limbs, ensuring he could continue living, working, and caring for his family as each limb naturally wore over time.

With those limbs, he carried 50 kg rice bags for work; built a home alongside his wife, making the concrete blocks themselves; and worked tirelessly to educate his daughter, who is now a teacher in Kantale.

His previous replacement was received at our Mobile Limb Camp in Minneriya nearly ten years ago. Unable to travel regularly to Colombo, he recently received his latest replacement at the CFINS Mobile Limb Camp held in Polonnaruwa on 6 𝘚𝘦𝘱𝘵𝘦𝘮𝘣𝘦𝘳 2024

Reflecting on his remarkable journey, he says:
"𝘊𝘍𝘐𝘕𝘚 𝘩𝘢𝘴 𝘣𝘦𝘦𝘯 𝘭𝘪𝘬𝘦 𝘮𝘺 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴. 𝘛𝘩𝘦𝘺 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘴𝘵𝘰𝘰𝘥 𝘣𝘺 𝘮𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘨𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘮𝘺 𝘭𝘪𝘧𝘦."

His story is a powerful reminder that an artificial limb is more than a device; it restores dignity, independence, opportunity, and hope. For many of our beneficiaries, our commitment doesn't end with one limb; it continues for a lifetime.

💙 Every step tells a story. Every limb changes a life.

20/06/2026

Educational Grant & Laptop Handing-Over Programme at CFINS
CFINS successfully conducted an Educational Grant & Laptop Handing-Over Programme for deserving beneficiaries, generously sponsored by the MJF Charitable Foundation and the Mary Lou Kalla Foundation.
We extend our sincere gratitude to both foundations for their valuable support in empowering students through education.

03/06/2026

The Colombo Friend-in-Need Society (CFINS) extends its sincere gratitude to the Advanced Analytics Division of John Keells Group (OCTAVE) for their generous CSR initiative conducted on 29th May 2026.
OCTAVE donated 10 laptops to 10 differently-abled children supported by CFINS and conducted a basic computing training programme, helping to create new opportunities for learning and growth.
In addition, OCTAVE generously contributed Rs. 208,000/- towards the provision of four artificial limbs for deserving amputees, restoring mobility, independence, and hope.
We thank the OCTAVE team and John Keells Group for their kindness and commitment to making a meaningful difference in the lives of our beneficiaries.
Your kindness travels with an amputee for life - if you wish to donate, kindly get in touch with us.
Call us on 0112-421651
For all details please visit our website www.cfins.org and follow us on Instagram

29/05/2026

The Batticaloa CFINS Mobile Limb Camp was successfully conducted from 22nd to 24th May 2026 at the YMCA premises, Batticaloa.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the teachers and students of the Overseas School of Colombo for their generous sponsorship of the artificial limb donations. Their valued support made this meaningful and compassionate initiative possible, bringing hope, dignity, and mobility to those in need.
We also sincerely thank the YMCA Staff, Capital City Rotary Club, Lanka Ashok Leyland PLC, and the Sri Lanka Army for their invaluable support, coordination, and assistance in making this camp a success. Their collective efforts greatly contributed to serving deserving amputees in the Batticaloa region.
Your kindness travels with an amputee for life - if you wish to donate, kindly get in touch with us. Call us on 0112-421651
For all details please visit our website www.cfins.org and follow us on Instagram

26/02/2026

Our heartfelt gratitude goes to NDB Bank for their generous CSR initiative in providing school supplies, including stationery items and shoe vouchers, to 51 differently abled children under the care of the Colombo Friend-in-Need Society.
This meaningful School Supplies Distribution Programme was successfully held on 25th February 2026. In addition to the distribution of stationery and shoe vouchers, the children were also provided with lunch and travelling expenses.
We sincerely appreciate this thoughtful contribution and the continued partnership extended to our Society. Your generosity has brought smiles, encouragement, and renewed hope to these deserving children.
Thank you for making a lasting difference in their lives.
Your kindness travels with an amputee for life - if you wish to donate, do get in touch with us.
Call us on 0112-421651.
For all details please head to our website www.cfins.org and follow us on Instagram .

12/02/2026

Free prosthetic limbs that restore lives in Sri Lanka
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27/01/2026

The Dambulla CFINS Mobile Limb Camp was successfully conducted from 22nd to 25th January 2025 at the Divisional Secretariat Office premises, Dambulla.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the teachers and students of the Overseas School of Colombo, as well as Mr. Ganga Kanagerpillai, for their generous sponsorship of the artificial limb donations. Their valued support made this meaningful and compassionate initiative possible, bringing hope and mobility to those in need.
Your kindness travels with an amputee for life - if you wish to donate, kindly get in touch with us.
Call us on 0112-421651
For all details please visit our website www.cfins.org and follow us on Instagram