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Latest post-Covid-19 update - September 2020

The latest update on the charity's projects from one of the trustees, Frances Chanmugam.
Nadeesha's Lockdown Diary

One of the girls from the home made a video of her time spent back in her village during the Covid-19 lockdown
Aid response to COVID-19

COVID-19 has had a huge impact on Sri Lanka's economy, leaving many people without a way to earn a living. We are doing our part to try to help.
St Anthony’s Madampitya

We support St Anthony's School in various ways including funding and equipment for the sports teams and school band.

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Tony Chanmugam

The Trust's Chairman and Founder, Tony is originally from Sri Lanka and grew up in England. He and his wife, Frances, now spend half the year in Sri Lanka.
Our Mission

No child deserves to live every day feeling unsafe or unwanted.
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Our Story So Far

In 2012, the FARS Chanmugam Trust was set up to help improve the lives of vulnerable children in Sri Lanka. Since then, we have grown to help hundreds of children through the project we support.
The Carmel Home

The Carmel Home in Wanathamulla, Colombo provides a safe place for young girls whilst they pursue an education.
Forever bound, forever friends…Bracelet making with the girls!

I remember when I wore friendship bracelets with my girlfriends back in school and we genuinely felt indestructible. It’s funny how just a piece of woven string and some beads can do that.
Frances Chanmugam

The Secretary of the Trust and a great advocate for improving the education of the children in Sri Lanka.
Soraya Akinsanya

Soraya is the youngest trustee with strong cultural ties to her family's roots in Sri Lanka and Malaysia.
Rohan Chanmugam

Rohan was born in London but spent his early years in Sri Lanka. He now works and lives back in London.
Wikasitha Pre-School

Since 2017, the Trust has supported a small pre-school in the Gampaha District, providing free childcare and early education to families who need it.