Projects

A father of a large young family tragically lost his life two weeks ago due to a wild elephant attack. We extend our deepest sympathies to his grieving family during this difficult time. Anbaalayam have supported this family with the purchase of a bicycle to use to travel to and from the local town and […]

On Tuesday, 18 June 2024, Anbaalayam organised the purchase and distribution of large bags of dry rations to 30 Palestinian families in need, with support from the Community Migrant Resource Centre. The Community Migrant Resource Centre works closely with various community members and organisations to support and advocate for migrants and refugees through numerous programs

Two elderly couples are struggling to make an income and face many health issues with no money to cover medical treatments. With the little income they have been able to earn, this is insufficient to cover basic and essential daily needs on top of medical bills. Anbaalayam have assisted with providing dry rations to meet

Many families and children living in the Upcot and Maskeliya estates are living in poverty. Up to 75 children and their families are living on the poverty line and have no access to stationary when attending school. Anbaalayam have purchased dry rations and stationary that have been delivered to these children and families to address

A single mother is struggling to support her two school-aged children, who must travel a long distance to attend tuition classes. Previously, they relied on an old and worn bicycle as their only means of transportation. Anbaalayam has assisted this family by providing a new bicycle, ensuring that these students can travel to and from

Seven houses in Vaharai have been identified as in urgent need of repairs. The roofs of these homes were rotted and leaking, allowing water to pour into the living spaces. This was especially challenging for families during the rainy season, resulting in extremely poor living conditions for the families. Anbaalayam has provided both materials and

A family with three young children in Trincomalee is in urgent need of assistance. The father, previously a laborer, can no longer work due to suffering from a heart attack. Consequently, the mother has been forced to beg for money in the local city. Anbaalayam have supported this family by purchasing a bike for their

Woman who earns a small income through a hopper business also takes care of her daughter with mental health challenges and her granddaughter. With much responsibility care taking for her daughter and granddaughter, she struggles to make an income that covers the basic needs of the family. In addition to this, volunteers also identified that

Family with yound children had an well that was unsafe and exposed, creating a dangerous hazard, especially with young children around the area. Anbaalayam have supported this family to build the side walls and clean up the area to ensure a safer and more accessible well for the family.

This young family in Vaharai was living in a home that was unstable, falling apart, and exposed to the elements and wildlife. This environment was unsafe and stressful, especially for bringing up their two young children. Anbaalayam has assisted this family with purchase of materials and labour to restore this home that is more secure