About Us
Our journey of caring for underserved children started with visiting one orphanage. We never looked back, and today we want to contribute more. We were young, and had the chance to visit rural orphanagers in Sri Lanka and our hearts broke into pieces. The children were our age, but they barely had books to write, barely had sheets to sleep in. But they had shelter otherwise they would not. We simply donated very little items, and the smile on their faces made our hearts melt of how appreciative the children were for tiny gifts we provided. That grew into an obsession. Every year whatever the money we could save, we saved and purchased items to donate to the children. Slowly we moved from donating to offering services to the local hospital patients. This year, we were honored to have visited the Thalassamia Hospital for children and we were able to contribute our time. All this time, I thought services were already available, but they are not. I am starting a project, where high school students, and college students and their families are able to visit these rural cities and contribute their time to get to know the centers and contribute funds and/ or their time in providing a service. Help us help these amazing students. It is a small price to pay to make life a little better for them!
Helping Hands
What Do We do
Through Herath Sisters Helping Hands, we aim to make a difference in the lives of underprivileged children aged 0-18 in Sri Lankan orphanages and other institutions across Sri Lanka. Our mission is to provide the children and their families with the support and resources they need to thrive and succeed. We believe that every child deserves a chance to build a brighter future, and we are dedicated to making that vision a reality.
Make a donation.
Your donations can go a long way. You can make an one-time donation or make a habit of giving. Your daily coffee cost can help a student in need. Think about these students, who are needing donations to receive basic needs. Help us to help these amazing young students who can and will be world leaders one day. Let’s give every child an opportunity to shine!
Monthly Donation(s)
Make a difference by giving today. Your donations can go a long way for thesr students. The centers are barely scraping by, your donations can go a long way. You can donate any amount. Click below to donate. You will receive a secure payment link. A 3% service fee will be added at the time of the transaction.
Sponsor A Student
Are you interested in sponsoring a student? For a monthly fee you can sponsor a student. Your funding will ensure that your student is taken care of with food, clothing, tuition for extra certificate programs, and medical needs. The monthly cost can vary from $30 for a child under the age of 13, $50 for a child between the ages of 13 to 15, and $100 for children ages 16-18. A 3% service fee will be added at the time of payment each month. You will receive a secure payment link.
Other Ways You Can Help
Mail Items/ Dop-Off Items
If you are unable to donate or help with funding, then you can send your donations via mail or drop-off items. We are seeking the following items: Books, Used/ New Clothing of all ages, Medication, Sanitry Items for girls, Shoes/ Sandles of all sizes, Warm Clothing. If you are sending used items, we request that you clean, wash the clothing and make sure the clothing is usable (no faded, ripped clothing or equipment). We can request electronics, please note that electronics are difficult to ship (as they are taxed heavily) however few items can be accepted. Electronics will be awarded to senior students such as 16-18 year olds.
Volunteers Needed
Are you interested in becoming a volunteer? We are seeking volunteers to assist Helping Hands in Sri Lanka. Students ages 16 and above are strongly encourage to apply. These are unpaid positions. Volunteers are responsible for all costs including air fare, room and board, travel and medical expenses. Average cost: January - May: $3000, June - December $4000. The cost includes airfare, room and board for three weeks and transportation. Volunteers will receive a Volunteer Certification.
Meet the Team
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Tayten Herath
FOUNDER
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS -
Dr. Ludmi Herath
CHIEF OPERATION OFFICER
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Teagan Herath
ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS
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Dr. Sonali Range
Volunteer Consult
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Contact Us
We like to know you and get to know new ideas and plans you have for us. We are open for ideas. If you are unable to make the payment link work, please email below and we will get back to as soon as possible. We are not publishing our phone number due telemarketing calls. Please connect us via email.
Email: helping.herath.sisters@gmail.com
Address: Richmond, Texas 77406