Our Mission
Our foundation is called to reflect Christ’s love by serving the poor and vulnerable in Sri Lanka. Inspired by the Gospel, we aim to be a beacon of hope, providing material, emotional, and spiritual support, and helping people build a future rooted in dignity and justice.
Objectives of the Light of Hope Initiative
Supporting Child Welfare and Development
To distribute clothing and other essential items to improve living conditions.
To supply educational materials (books, stationery, school bags) to support children’s academic growth.
To create awareness and engage the community in child welfare initiatives.
Our Vision
We envision a world where the poor and marginalized in Sri Lanka can live lives filled with hope. Through our work, we aim to strengthen communities, bring comfort to broken families, offer sustainable solutions for poverty and hunger, and provide disadvantaged children with a brighter future. Our vision is rooted in the commandment: "Love your neighbor as yourself" (Matthew 22:39). By focusing on others and standing with those facing difficulties or challenges, we believe we can have a meaningful impact on lives that lack opportunities. We believe every person deserves love, care, and hope for a better future.
How the Foundation was Established
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.
Funding and Sponsorship
We invite sponsors and donors to support this initiative through financial contributions, in-kind donations, and volunteering efforts. Every donation will be transparently utilized to directly benefit children in need, ensuring accountability and measurable impact.