Kindness
Wings, Leaves and Wonder
Little explorers gathered at Dilmah Conservation’s One Earth Centre in Moratuwa for a journey into the wonders of nature. The event, organised for the “Funday Times” readers, also welcomed children an...
World Teachers’ Day: Celebrating the Teachers of the MJF Foundation
In the realm of education, the dedication of teachers is the cornerstone of success. At the Merrill J. Fernando Charitable Foundation (MJFCF), we consistently prioritise an ethos of excellence, empowe...
The Joy of Children’s Day
Every year on the 1st of October, Sri Lanka pauses to honour and celebrate our children. It is a day dedicated to upholding the rights of every single child, a principle that lies at the very heart of...
World Cerebral Palsy Day: Celebrating Unity and Uniqueness
Centre for Children with Cerebral Palsy and other Development Disorders – A Centre for Excellence The profound truth is that within every one of us lies a hidden strength, a talent waiting to ex...
It’s a wrap for the One Earth Photography Competition!
“I never hoped to win; I just submitted my passion,” shared one of our winning photographers. The One Earth Photography Competition – Unveiling Sri Lanka’s Biodiversity was never just about capturing ...
From Classroom to Community
Nurturing Potentials Across Sri Lanka At the MJF Charitable Foundation, our work is not confined to a single classroom or a single skill. We are committed to a holistic approach to development, reachi...
Celebrating a New Chapter of Success
Success Stories of Impact! When we first met Nipuni Fernando she was a youngster learning life skills at our Rainbow Programme for children and youth with developmental disabilities. Today, she is an ...
Dilmah and Suwa Arana’s Fight Against Childhood Cancer
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, a time to shine a light on the challenges faced by children and families navigating this very difficult journey. In Sri Lanka, the situation is particula...
The Rainbow Programme’s Inclusive Journey
Finding Our Hue in Colours Week Some of the most profound lessons in life are learned not in a textbook, but through the simple act of seeing the world through someone else’s eyes. At the Rainbo...