Help To Lion Manjula

Project Chairman : Kalu Badanage Mihiranga Lakmal

We collected funds from the members of our club and donated them towards the kidney surgery of Lion Manjula, who is a charter member of our club. Sadly, he passed away on March 30

Cricket equipment donation

Project Chairman : Deshan Mattegama

Handed over cricket equipment to North Malimbada School, supporting youth development and sports engagement.

Sinha Sahana Yathra

Project Chairman : Loku Kodikarage Loku Kodikara

We collected relief items over two days using two lorries in the Matara and Weligama areas for people displaced by the cyclone, and delivered them to the Badulla area.

Club Donation for a Children Orphanage

Project Chairman : Sagarika Jayarathna

The Lions Clubs of Wethara Kahathuduwa and Galle Karapitiya joined hands for a meaningful combined project between Districts 306 D2 and 306 D8. With the gracious participation of Immediate Past District Governor of 306 A2, Lion Prasad Gamage, we donated essential items to the Probation and Childcare Centre, Kithulampitiya. Lion Sagarika donated 25000 worth of child care products as requested by them. Evening refreshments was served to all participants for the event, providing a pleasant and refreshing moment for them.

Participation in District Family Get Together

Project Chairman : Dilini Thompson

In support of the District-level “Family Get Together” entertainment project held on November 22, 2025, the Lions Club of Matara Excellence contributed by purchasing five tickets at a value of LKR 3,500 each, amounting to a total of LKR 17,500. This initiative reflects the club’s commitment to strengthening fellowship, promoting unity among Lions members, and actively supporting district-level entertainment and engagement activities. The event provided an opportunity for members to build stronger relationships and enhance collaboration within the Lions community.

Project for Bonavista

Project Chairman : V C Jayarathna

In celebration of the birthday of Lion Vipul Jayaratne, a generous donation of food items worth LKR 25,000 was made to the Bonavista Orphanage, bringing joy and support to the elders in their care.

The Environmental Awareness and Tree Planting Project

Project Chairman : Lakma Kithmini

The Environmental Awareness and Tree Planting Project was conducted by the Lions Club of Galle Karapitiya on 29th August 2025 at Minco High School, Elpitiya, with the objective of educating young children on the importance of protecting the environment. The programme specifically targeted kindergarten students, aiming to instill environmental responsibility from an early age. A total of 60 students and 6 teachers participated in the awareness session, which included simple and engaging activities to promote eco-friendly habits. In addition, a tree planting activity was carried out within the school premises to encourage practical involvement in environmental conservation.

The World Kidney Day celebration

Project Chairman : V C Jayarathna

The World Kidney Day celebration and the anniversary of the Karapitiya Kidney Association were held on March 15, 2026, at the Galle Chamber of Commerce and Industry auditorium. The organization, established under the guidance of Dr. Sanjaya Hehiyantuduwa—of which Lion Vipul Jayaratne carried out a meaningful initiative by donating Rs.10000, financial assistance to over 300 beneficiaries, including kidney patients, their children, and families of those who had passed away due to the illness. Lion Irushi's mesmerizing voice even gracious the event.

Sinha Charika

Project Chairman : Loku Kodikarage Loku Kodikara

Lions Club Promotion and Social Services from Kataragama to Galle. Providing 45 school bags of school supplies to children based on Matara Beach.

International Womens Day

Project Chairman : Sagarika Jayarathna

Under the coordination of the Galle Legends Lions Club, a Women’s Day program was held on March 8 at Kitulampitiya Ananda Vidyalaya. The event was conducted under the patronage of District Governor Lion Jagath Weerasinghe and First Lady Lion Sudharma Weerasinghe, with the participation of many Lion leaders. For this occasion, Lion Thanushi has given Rs.22500 for the refreshments, to officials and sponsored the doctor.

International Women's Day celebration

Project Chairman : Jayani Malawaraarachchi

For the International Women's Day celebration held on March 8, the morning tea table was generously sponsored by Lion Lady Jayani Malawalaarachchi and Lion Lady Diana Perera. This was organized as a project of the Women’s Committee, with a total expenditure of LKR 30,000.

District-level “Lions Fiesta” fundraising Project

Project Chairman : Dilini Thompson

In support of the District-level “Lions Fiesta” project held on August 29th, 30th, and 31st, 2025, the Lions Club of Matara Excellence contributed by purchasing ten VIP tickets at a value of LKR 5,000 each, amounting to a total contribution of LKR 50,000( 02 Ticket Books). This initiative reflects the club’s commitment to supporting district projects, strengthening unity among Lions, and actively participating in major fundraising and fellowship events organized at the district level.

RABIES PREVENTION

Project Chairman : Asanka Niroshana Bellanage

05 LION MEMBERS AND DOCTOR OF VETERINARY AND 300 STUDENTS PARTICIPATED FOR THIS EVENT, RABIES PREVENTION LECTURE BY THE DOCTOR

Blood Donation

Project Chairman : Wiraj Nanayakkara

Blood donation was organized at Wanduramba Sri Sunandarama Purana Viharaya to ccelibrate the independence day .

The Tree Planting Project at Pitadeniya Maha Vidyalaya

Project Chairman : Lakma Kithmini

The Tree Planting Project was organized by the Lions Club of Galle Karapitiya on 5th October 2025 at Pitadeniya Maha Vidyalaya in celebration of the Sinha Yathra District Event, with the objective of promoting environmental sustainability and increasing green cover. The project was conducted with the participation of Second Vice District Governor Lion Ranjith Abeysundara, Region 1 Chairperson Lion Ravindra Prasad, and club members including Lion Lakma and Lion Kusal. During the program, a number of trees were planted within the school premises, contributing to environmental conservation and creating awareness among students on the importance of protecting nature.

Donation of Lunch and Refreshments to Children

Project Chairman : Diyunuge Wijayawardhane

Lunch and Refreshments were given for the 45 Nos. Childrens club members , club advisors and Wanduramba Divisional Secretariat staff who partcipated to environmental program .

Donation lunch for School community of minuwanvila primary school .

Project Chairman : Diyunuge Wijayawardhane

As a part of World Children s day celebrations , The Lunch was given to the students and school Community of Minuwanvila Primary School

Eye Screening and Spectacle Distribution Project

Project Chairman : Upul Chandrasekera

The Eye Screening and Spectacle Distribution Project was organized by Lion Upul Chandrasekara of the Lions Club of Galle Karapitiya on 1st March 2026 at the Meepawala Sanasa Complex, with the support of the Sanasa Welfare Association. During the program, an eye screening camp was conducted followed by the distribution of nearly 160 pairs of spectacles to beneficiaries. The project was carried out with the participation of Lion Vipul Jayarathna, Lion Sagarika, and Lion Methsiri De Silva and the assistance of a qualified optometrist. The total cost of the project was LKR 62,000, including LKR 12,000 for the optometrist and LKR 50,000 for the spectacles. A special discount for the spectacles was generously arranged through Lion Suranga of District 306 D2, contributing significantly to the success of the project.

Environmental awareness programme for Childrens Club members .

Project Chairman : Diyunuge Wijayawardhane

As requested by Divisional Secretariat of Wanduramba , An adventure out bound Training with environmental activities has organized for 35 Children from Childrens Clubs, their club organizers and staff of wanduramba divisional sesecretariat at malmorakanda estate . Tree species identification , hill climbing , compass using, map reading , tram building activities and leadership development activities were included . Lunch and refreshments also provided

Lions Hunger Relief Drive under SINHA CHARIKA Initiative

Project Chairman : Ravindu Priyanath Runage

As part of the annual signature project “SINHA CHARIKA” organized by Lions Clubs International District 306 D8 & D1, a series of community service initiatives were conducted from Kataragama to Galle. In line with this district-wide effort, the Lions Club of Matara Excellence implemented a Hunger Relief Project at Matara Beach. The club provided meals worth LKR 31,000 to 20 underprivileged children in the area, bringing joy and support to those in need. A total of 10 Lions members actively participated in the project, including Club President Lion Ravindu and fellow members. This initiative reflects the club’s commitment to compassion, community service, and supporting national-level Lions activities.