About CandleAid
CandleAid’s mission is to enhance the quality of life for the poor and less fortunate in Sri Lanka by addressing basic human needs such as education, health, food, and community development.
The LBW Trust supports the Education Sponsorship Programme which provides monthly financial assistance to students from low-income families.
Additionally, CandleAid supports community development projects to improve the lives of impoverished individuals and families.
Each initiative is thoroughly evaluated for viability, authenticity and suitability before being approved by the Board of Directors. Programme heads, reporting to designated directors, collaborate with project assistants and a network of voluntary coordinators to implement these projects.
The LBW Trust’s Partnership with CandleAid Lanka
Since 2012, the LBW Trust has partnered with Candle Aid to support severely disadvantaged students in pursuing tertiary education. While the Sri Lankan government covers tuition costs, Candle Aid’s stipend helps students with living expenses, ensuring they are not a financial burden on their families.
A decade later, Candle Aid continues to serve the most needy of students.
2012
First batch of 50 students sponsored by The LBW Trust under CandleAid Lanka’s Education Sponsorship Programme.
2017
Third batch of 50 students sponsored by The LBW Trust under CandleAid Lanka’s Education Sponsorship Programme.
2021
The LBW Trust has assisted 443 undergraduates since September 2012.
2024
Since 2012, The LBW Trust has assisted 608 undergraduates.
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