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For Children. For Elders. For Sri Lanka.
We are
AFT for Kids & Elders
a nonprofit uplifting those left behind in one of the world's most beautiful and resilient nations.
Why Sri Lanka Needs Us,
Right Now.
Sri Lanka is a 2,500-year-old civilization and a global treasure of biodiversity. But today, the island faces a pivotal moment.
The 2022 economic crisis and ongoing climate challenges have put immense pressure on rural communities.
We exist to change that.
We are a nonprofit organization committed to transforming the lives of underprivileged children and forgotten elderly across Sri Lanka. Too many children are denied opportunities simply because of where they are born. Too many elders are left behind after a lifetime of contribution.
We believe this must change. Every child deserves love, education, dignity, and hope. Every elderly person deserves care, respect, and compassion. Through our work, we strive to create a new beginning for those whom society has overlooked.
Our innovative programs focus on education, scholarships, mentoring, sports, and health, empowering children to dream bigger, grow stronger, and become leaders of tomorrow. By nurturing young minds and caring for vulnerable elders, we are building a future rooted in empathy, equality, and opportunity.
This section highlights the urgent need for support in Sri Lanka due
to economic and climate challenges.
92%
Literacy Rate
One of the highest in South Asia
Together, we can uplift lives.
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Our Vision
A society where no one is left behind.
True progress is measured not only by scientific advancement, but by how we uplift those left behind.
— Dr. Sumith A. Kularatne
Weaving the Golden Thread
AFT creates a direct, transparent conduit between global generosity and the specific needs of Sri Lankan communities.
By funding sustainable projects for youth and dignified care for elders, we ensure that the "Golden Thread" of connection never breaks.
Our Mission
To enhance the well-being of children in Sri Lanka through impactful educational and social welfare programs, while extending care and support to all communities and living beings in need, guided by compassion, integrity, and excellence.
Our Values
Compassion
Serving with empathy and understanding
Integrity
Transparent and accountable in all actions
Excellence
Striving for the highest quality impact
The Land We Serve
Kandy, Sri Lanka
Where ancient traditions meet compassionate hearts. This is our home — the place that shaped us and the communities we serve.
The Last Kingdom.
The Cultural Soul of Sri Lanka.
Nestled 500 meters above sea level, surrounded by misty mountains and emerald forests, Kandy stands as the spiritual heart of Sri Lanka. It was the final royal capital — the only kingdom that never fully fell to colonial powers. Today, its sacred Temple of the Tooth continues to draw pilgrims from across the world.
But for us, Kandy is not just a destination for pilgrims.
It is where we mentor children who dream of a better tomorrow.
It is where we hold the hands of elders who once held this nation.
It is home. And for three decades, we have never left its side.
Temple of the Sacred Tooth
Esala Perahera
Traditional Dancer
Kandy Lake
— glimpses of our home, captured through time —
Message from the Founder
"Every child deserves the opportunity to learn and thrive, and every elderly person deserves dignity and compassionate care. AFT Kids & Elders was created to serve those who have been overlooked—and to unite people locally and globally to build a society where no one is left behind."
Dr. Sumith A. Kularatne
Founder, AFT Kids & Elders
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Board of Directors
Our leadership resides and operates locally in Kandy, ensuring every initiative is culturally resonant and directly impactful.
Dr. Sumith A. Kularatne, PhD
Founder, AFT Kids & Elders
Entrepreneur, Influencer, & Humanitarian/Philanthropist
Timothy Biro, MBA, RPh
Board Member, AFT Kids & Elders
Chief Operating Officer, On Target Laboratories
Malaika Tyson, Ph.D., J.D.
Board Member, AFT Kids & Elders
Shareholder, McAndrews | Intellectual Property Strategist
Aloka B Wijayawardhana, MBA
Board Member, AFT Kids & Elders
Chartered Global Management Accountant
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A Society Where
No One is Left Behind
Join us in making Sri Lanka a place where no one is forgotten. Your support, whether a donation or your time, directly transforms lives in the Kandy district.