We are Light of Hope Sri Lanka, a foundation driven by love and compassion for the people of Sri Lanka. With a dedicated team of volunteers, we strive to support the poor and vulnerable through direct aid and sustainable solutions.

We feel called to reflect Christ’s love by serving the poor and vulnerable in Sri Lanka. Inspired by the Gospel, we provide not only material aid but also emotional and spiritual support, aiming to build a future based on dignity and justice.

In 2024, the founder of Light of Hope went to Sri Lanka on holiday and had personal contact with a local Christian, named Sameera. That person acted as driver for three weeks, ensuring safety amidst sometimes dangerous traffic conditions in the country.

The trip was an incredible experience. The love for the country and its extremely hospitable people deeply touched his heart. Witnessing the dire circumstances in which many live and the extreme contrasts between the wealthy West and this struggling nation was overwhelming. During the trip, under the guidance of a pastor and alongside Sameera, several families were visited affiliated with a church in Wellawaya. The first house visited had no toilet, shower, or running water. Its clay walls and recently replaced plastic sheets as roofing had previously been palm leaves. This was explained as not unusual. Many families struggle to earn enough to provide food for their families amidst extreme poverty.

Upon returning to the Netherlands, within months, we saw news reports about severe flooding in Sri Lanka that left many dead and in distress. People lost their livelihoods and could no longer work. A bank account was opened, and a relief effort was organized. Dozens of families received food packages for their immediate needs. Sameera played a key role in this relief effort, arranging purchases, transportation, and distribution of goods with his ministry team to those in desperate need.

Shortly after, we decided to establish a foundation with ANBI status (date pending) to provide larger-scale and more professional aid to the people of Sri Lanka. Besides a Dutch team,a local team was formed with members of the “Love of God Gospel Ministry” in Marawila, Sri Lanka

Since 2025 we strive to help as many people as possible and bring a light in their lives. Since the future of a Sri Lankan can be very hopeless we try to focus on projects which help to build on a better sustainable future.