The Foundation of Goodness is a holistic rural development model that seeks to bridge the urban-rural divide in Sri Lanka via 10 empowerment divisions across 850+ villages island-wide, and reached over 135,000+ beneficiaries in 2023 alone by way of 20 Empowerment Centres, free of cost.
Testimonials
The centre was a real pleasure to visit and the work you are doing is exceptional for the communities so badly affected by the 2004 tsunami. Our guide was very informative and it was a delight to see the nursery children and observe the classes going on. It is such a positive, forward thinking and hopeful place. Thank you.
Fiona Phillips
I am so glad to visit this amazing organisation and see the various projects to empower people and meet an excellent team of very capable people who are committed to helping the people.
Ainsley Corteling
I wanted to extend my heartfelt thanks for the exceptional hospitality and personal care you extended to us during our recent visit to your centre. It was a truly enlightening experience. Witnessing the remarkable work that the Foundation of Goodness is doing for communities across the island has left a lasting impression on us. We were particularly impressed by the transparency evident in your operations and the righteous application of every aspect of your initiatives. The dedication and enthusiasm of your staff were palpable, and the pristine environment reflected the commitment to excellence. Your innovative management approach was evident to us in every aspect of your work, and your leadership is truly admirable. The advice and insights you shared with us are invaluable as we navigate the landscape of social services, and the remarkable work being done by your organization will always remain a shining example to us.
I also want to express our gratitude for your willingness to help us with the current situation of the school project. We will promptly provide you with the necessary information, as discussed. Once again, thank you and your staff for allocating your entire day for us and sharing your experience with us in setting such high standards in community service. We look forward to staying connected and possibly collaborating in the future.
Much Merits, With Metta.
Ven. Nimaladhamma Thero
Director of Education
Vimukthi Foundation
What an amazing centre established with so much thought and care. Thank you for caring for those who don’t have and working towards uplifting the people and giving them hope and opportunities. May god bless your work and you abundantly and may you always have everything you need to run the centre.
– Naomi & Charles
It is truly inspiring to see the work carried out by the foundation and the positive impact it has had on the local community. I would like to wish you and everyone involved who have dedicated their lives for this mission, all the very best.
I have been inspired!
– Nimendra Withanage
Thank you so so much for such a wonderful and inspiring tour of the Foundation of Goodness. I am leaving here full of hope and light. I can’t wait to come back and volunteer myself! Keep up the fantastic work.
– Anya Johnson
Thank you for having me. I enjoyed watching the girls making their paper beads. Thanks again!
– Naomi Wijesinha
Dear Kushil,
It has been a great experience to see this amazing centre here in Sri Lanka. The country needs so much of this fantastic help you have been extending for such a long time. This country has to be proud of this centre. I am an Italian and I am so well impressed by such extraordinary help in so many fields! I also love your supporting phrases. I wish you great continuation and I will try to do my best! Thank you so much.
– Fiorella Tonello
Dear Kushil,
Kithsiri and me had a meaningful and beautiful time with you. Thank you so much for inviting us. Wish you all the best for your hard work.
– Kamal Thalpawila
I am delighted to have had the opportunity to visit this incredible centre today. The good deeds that occur here on a daily basis are inspiring and I am so pleased to lend my support to such a mission. Thank you all for the dedication and heart that you all clearly put in.
– Dr. Dineshi Liyanage
Thank you for a wonderful visit and great to see the amazing work being done for differently abled children in Sri Lanka.
– Ed Smart
From a South African flower to a Sri Lankan flower. Unique, but the same principles apply. Thank you for flowering, growing & being a pillar of hope, safety & inspiration to your community, country and the world.
– Gita & Lynton
Amazing work done for humanity! Absolutely heartwarming! Wishing you all the very best in continuing this excellent work. May god bless you with all the support to continue this amazing work!
– Anjali Mandaleson
A great service to the rural community. A worthy project that deserves wider sponsorship. Extending the project throughout the country should be the vision. We wish you all the success. We will support you!
– Krishna Mandaleson
It makes us very happy to see the end results. We have helped get people with houses. But not up to this. This is a great job done. Will continue to support the cause. When we are ready we will definitely contact you for the next project.All the best for the success of t your worthy cause.Best regards– Kumi & Vipula
Dear Kushil Sir & Foundation of Goodness,
First of all I want to thank you for giving us this great opportunity. This place is really memorable as it gave us a beautiful and a valuable experience. We will never forget this day. The personality of Kushil Sir was so great, it means a lot to us. As Dhamma School students, especially as prefects, we learnt a path towards great leadership. We learned about their ‘Goodness’, it was really valuable. We are the leaders of our country. We got a great feeling about this foundation. I think all of us gained a memorable and a valuable experience from this place. Thank you again and again Mr. Kushil Gunasekera. May the noble triple gem bless you!
– Sri Gunananda Dhamma School
Big thank you for making a difference on this beautiful island. I consider myself one of you now, and always it is great to see my people making progress. Thank you for all your hard work! Kushil and the team has been amazing!
Thank you.– Davud Akhundzada
7-years. That’s the amount of time that has surpassed since I last came to the Foundation of Goodness, Seenigama. In those 7-years I was inspired by many many things, people and ideas, but I believe my journey started on the pivotal day when I came here 7-years ago through Ms. Damayanthi (Mr. Kushil’s sister) who happened to be my Geography Teacher. To whoever is reading this, change starts with you. No matter how small you think your voice is; use it! Your opinion matters. So, spread love, spread kindness and spread Goodness. Be the change the world needs.
– Sade Greenwood (Miss Sri Lanka for Miss World 2021)
Vanni Hope Team (Ranjan & Renu Sivagnanasundaram), Dr. Balachandran Nalliah, Murali, Kandakumar, Waseen & I have had the pleasure of visiting FoG in Seenigama today and presenting a Touch Smart Board (all in one). We have seen and heard about the amazing work FoG is doing all over the island & look forward to travelling together to uplift our people.
– With very best wishes, Dr. Malathi Waran. Thank you very much for your kindness & hospitality!
It is so good to see the progress being made in the centre since our last visit. The progress + support we see from our contributions make us want to keep doing all we can for the families. We are proud to be the major sponsor of the centre. Keep up the good work!
– Michael (OYOB)
Thank you so very much for the most awe-inspiring tour of the Foundation of Goodness! Truly an eye-opener! Loved visiting the classes and meeting some of your “stars”! Also, loved hearing of all your success stories… Keep up the amazing work. May god continue to guide you and keep opening more doors & expand your horizon…
– With love and blessings from Michael Tissera, Simone Boteju, Chiarra, Kyasha & Yanira
14th February 2023
What the FoG is doing is incredible! It exceeds any expectations we had. Wishing you all the best to continue the wonderful work that you do. A very eye opening experience. Lots of blessings!
– Wijey & Renuka
We love the work you are doing here, it’s fantastic and you should feel very proud. Good Luck with the Good News Radio!
– Erven & Georgia (Burning Bright Productions)
Thank you to all of the wonderful staff and beneficiaries that are keeping the FoG vibrant and buzzing with activity under the wise and organised leadership of Kushil!
We hope to see you again and again!
– Sean & Claire (& Milos in absentee)
You are indeed a Centre of Excellence in every aspect. You all are doing an amazing job, conquering the challenges you face. Wishing you continued success.
– Dr. Ranjana M.
Thank you for a wonderful visit to see your projects. You are doing amazing work to uplift underprivileged people in rural Sri Lanka. Wishing you every success in future.
– Aruna Amirthanayagam
To the Foundation of Goodness,
Thank you for having me here along with Future Tech Labs! Everything was amazing and truly inspirational. It’s amazing to see the immense talent and the passion amongst everyone! Thank you for everything and inspiring me with all the great work you do! I wish you an abundance of love, happiness and the spirit of goodness!!
– Rashika
Thank you very much for the feeling of goodness and the learning. A rare and joyful day!
– Udena Wickremesooriya
My good friend, Prof. Piyasena Gunawardena and I came to visit this fabulous centre to understand the work done by the Foundation of Goodness. I am impressed by all of the good work done by through various projects across the island. The quality of staff, infrastructure and the vision of Kushil are beyond description. Keep up the good work. Hope to visit again. Best wishes!
– Emmanuel D’Silva
Today I was lucky to visit the Foundation of Goodness led by Kushil Gunasekera. I spent the whole day at the centre and witnessed the activities run by the centre. It is a well maintained and well disciplined centre. Staff is very committed and passionate. This centre gives an unbelievable service to the community. Not only the education, as Kushil always says, they teach ethics, kindness, human qualities to be a valuable citizen of Sri Lanka. I have no words to thank Kushil Gunasekera for the service he provides to our nation by running a charitable organisation. Wish them all the very best to run the Foundation of Goodness for many more generations!
Budusaranai!– Channa Palansuriya
A very fulfilling day. What an inspiration. Kushil has set an example on how to live a really fulfilling life journey with his foundation of goodness. We live a very short life on this planet. Making a positive impact to the world around us & inspiring many to continue this path is what Kushil has set up with this amazing organisation. I wish Kushil & his team to continuously impact the world & inspire many to live a fulfilling life.
– Harsha Purasinghe
Thank you Kushil for all you have done for Sri Lanka and Seenigama. Very eye opening experience to understand a day in the life for students here. I am so happy to help even if it is small. Keep up the amazing work for centuries to come!
– Nigel Fernando
An inspirational place, which is doubtless a force for so much good for the wonderful people of Sri Lanka. We have been richly rewarded by visiting today. Thank You!
– Christopher Fordy
Thank you so much for having us to come and look around this amazing place. It is great to see where my mother has enjoyed so much of her time helping people. I love Sri Lanka, it is an amazing country. It was brilliant to meet Seyara and her family too. We wish you the best 2023.
– George Fordy
It inspired me to do better in my life!
Best wishes– Yenali Jayawardana
This place has goodness everywhere you look, it makes me feel like a better person. It is a social inspiration to the world and marks what kindness is and its nothing short of incredible.
Best wishes– Yuthara Jayawardana
I had heard of the Foundation of Goodness but never realised the wonderful & important service done by it. I’m so grateful to my son for giving me a glance at the Goodness. I would love to support in any way I can & wish the foundation many many more years of goodness and help.
– Chandrika De Silva
I had so much fun seeing all the activities. Thanks for hosting us and showing us around.
– Sianna De Silva
Thank you for hosting us & showcasing the incredible work you are doing for the communities. GQG Foundation is proud to be a partner & looking forward to many more years of support!
– Chulantha De Silva
Thank you so much for this inspiring visit. The way your foundation has done so much good for so many people is nothing short of incredible. I appreciate you taking the time to explain in such detail the origin and good work of the foundation.
– With all my best wishes, Michael Appleton – New Zealand High Commissioner
What brilliant & important work you are doing here. I was impressed with the variety & different courses & classes you are providing & the empowering nature of your options. I look forward to being able to contribute to this important cause with ‘Metta” & Compassion.
– Karen Goonewardena (Oxford, UK – Dec. 3rd 2022)
Absolutely inspiring. Your work has touched our souls. We are aligned on sustainability and never stop in your pursuit of sustainable living. THANK YOU! Your hospitality and kindness will be remembered.
– 10QBIT, CHAIRSYDE, THE DANCERS CLUB/ ONE CLUB (Sanj, Loven, Kiri, Suren & Arni)
I am visiting from USA and was asked what my favourite part of Sri Lanka was. My answer is the People. Sri Lanka people are so wonderful and the Centre of Excellence is just another example of the beautiful people. Thank you for letting me visit!
– Steve Ewart (San Diego, USA)
Thank you for having us on board as a part of this amazing project as well as having us partake in this inspirational town. We are very grateful and proud to be a part of this generous cause. We look forward to continuing our collaboration with such an impactful foundation and we are excited to see what the future holds!
– Lankarama Buddhist Youth Group (Sydney, Australia)
What an inspiration! Thank you so much for showing us around your extraordinary centre which clearly gives so much to so many. I do hope that we can find a range of ways to help support your excellent work. With thanks and warmest wishes
– Richard & Charlie Pembroke
Thank you for all your generous hospitality and kindness. The Foundation of Goodnes is such a special place! I will miss you all. See you next time!
– Rachel Dennis (Volunteer)
A lovely place and even more lovely concept: Heartfelt gratitude to all those involved in empowering the rural community. A much needed helping hand. May God bless you all!
– Suranga Fernando (Manager – HNB Hikkaduwa)
Thank you for a beautiful visit. The work you are doing here is inspiring. Your work and your activities here made a lasting impression!
– With gratitude, Rajiv
The experience that was shown warmed my heart, it showed a point of view that was different. This journey has influenced me as an individual and I hope to come back soon.
– Ashwin
It was a wonderful experience, it was very nice seeing so many happy children with the number of activities and opportunities provided.
– Aneesh
It’s now the end of what I knew would be be a wonderful experience, but never truly realised how incredible of an opportunity it was until we were set to return to Colombo. This Foundation is home for all, a safe place, a genuine gift. We felt such pride and joy during our time here, knowing that we were making a change, regardless of how small. Hopefully we’ll be back!
– Volunteer Kavya
The FoG team, the children, everyone has been so kind and amazing to work with and the team was so receptive to all our ideas and activities. I really loved working with the other kids who were so friendly and talented and I can’t complain about the view of Udumulla. See you next time!
– Volunteer Umaama
Dear Kushil,
Sunil and I are once again blown away by the good work done here. We are blessed and privileged to be able to see and contribute in our own way. Wishing you continued success in all that you do. May divine blessings be with you.
– Nimi & Sunil
Dear FoG and Kushil,
It has been an amazing experience and an even more inspiring time for me. The Goodness shared and the people lifted makes us realise what can be done in the country. I am so happy to have been able to meet you and be part of this journey. Wishing you all the very best and looking forward to the future.
– Rehan Amarasuriya
Dear Team,
We from Adamjee Lukmanjee & Sons and Boutique Agency Network had an amazing tour at Foundation of Goodness. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us and looking forward for a lovely journey with FoG. We are amazed by the work you do, thank you!
– Adamjee Lukmanjee & Sons and Boutique Agency Network
I has an amazing experience at the Lahiru Villa with its superb food and hospitality. The staff are always there for your every need and give you the perfect amount of space to do your everyday work. The Villa’s pool is clean and relaxing and the rooms are of high standard. For someone working or even not working at the Foundation I would highly recommend this for their stay in Seenigama
– Volunteer Varun Iriyagolle
What a wonderful place this is. Kushil you’ve done a brilliant job giving opportunity those who need it most. Warnie would be proud.
All the best,
– Louis Cameron (on behalf of Australian Cricket Journalists)
It was amazing to see how much the Foundation has grown over the past 18 years. It is a credit to Kushil and his hard work to have built the Foundation to support so many people across many areas. Shane would be extremely proud to see what his support has led to. Keep up the good work!
– Jason (Brother of Shane Warne) and Shay Warne
This has been one of the greatest experiences I as a person has witnessed and I am sure the team agrees! I love what the plan and the vision is for FoG and I am sure they will continue it. BSC will definitely return once again for another amazing day.
– Nehan Moonesinghe (U19 Cricket Captain of the British School in Colombo)
Thank you for having us and showing us all your facilities and great activities. Heartening to see you empowering the community through skills and values. We are trying to start a project in Colombo and are very excited to work with FoG in the future.
– Raiza Esufally & Jitendra De Silva
I’m from Batticaloa, which has the same infrastructures and community like Seenigama. This Centre gives more power and motivation to me to replicate this idea in my area as well. I don’t know if I will create a mass empire I like this, but I will try to atleast build a community for the ocean conservation. If one man’s dream can create a big impact like this, my dream will also create something and it should. I feel home here.
– Shanjeevan Amalanathan, Founder OceanBiome
The Foundation of Goodness is truly the most inspiring platform to be apart of. Taking a tour of this fulfilling space was truly inspirational and makes me think the true goodness of life lies in helping others. The different activities and courses the place offers is not only life changing but also the best service once can have access to. Shout out to Kushil and his team members for such great work and achievement. It is true that one act of kindness goes a long way.
– Best regards, Sam
Dear Friends of the Foundation of Goodness,
I appreciate your continuous effort for the development of our people in our district Galle.
– Shantha Weerasinghe (G A/ District Secretary Galle)
Dear Kushil and the Foundation of Goodness Team and students,
A huge heartful thank you for welcoming as so warmly. What you are achieving here is inspiring and heartwarming, and we feel blessed to have witnessed even a small part of it. It has been an honour to spend time here and many blessings for the future.
PS: Best jackfruit curry in Sri Lanka
All best wishes,
– Alexina (Masterchef UK 2021 Finalist), Roy + Crew
Kushil, Sri Lanka is so blessed by the incredible amount of work you do and the positive impact you have had on so many many lives. In fact this positive impact will be felt by many generations to follow. You are not only a National Treasure but an International Treasure as every country in the world can learn so much from you.
With warm wishes,
– Lesley Daniel
As I have always mentioned to everyone, what you do is an impossible task. Only a very special human can do this and that is you.
– Pradeep (speaking to Founder Kushil Gunasekera)
We are very impressed with the facilities and work that the Foundation of Goodness is doing. Wishing you continues success and blessings.
– Nishan and Barbara
My time at the Foundation of Goodness left me smiling and joyful. After my week of volunteering, I got to experience many joyful faces and was left with fond memories I will cherish forever. Thank you to the amazing staff that keep the Foundation of Goodness going and to Mr. Kushil for allowing all walks of life into his Foundation. This week has been an absolute honour and will be known as my best week in Sri Lanka. Thank you Foundation of Goodness
– Rob Cooke (Volunteer)
I had the opportunity to come and see this great place and the great human being Kushil. So inspiring and motivating. We would love to be part of this and look forward to work with FoG.
– Sanj (UK)
FoG is one of the most inspiring places I’ve been over the time. The story of FoG and Kushil is really inspiring & of course needs to be appreciated long time. The time spent here is really valuable.
– 10Qbit
We are full of positive energy radiating from this place and people working for those in need. Wish you all good luck!
Fero and Viera
What an amazing and inspirational Centre. Thank you so much for everything you are doing for the Sri Lankan Community. Truly inspiring.
Rosie Lodge
Great work from the staff and volunteers.
Stephen and Fiona Dutton
It’s amazing how many great projects you guys are running here, doing so much for the poor people of Sri Lanka. I have been involved with a similar organization in Cambodia but on a smaller scale.
- Rob Prince (UK)
Finally I have made it to the Foundation of Goodness after hearing so much from so many people. Congratulations on what you have built and continue to build. Your values are an example to everyone on how to live their life. We will spread the word and help in some way for the future. I connected with your wonderful country several years ago and will always keep coming. I’m here this time with my son George and he would like to come back to volunteer at some point. It has been a very challenging year with COVID and now through the economic crisis Sri Lanka finds it self at a turning point. It will take some time but I have no doubt that the people will rise up to make change for a better future. It has been a privilege to visit.
– Harry Mcgee and George
Dear FoG Team,
What an incredible organization you have here in Seenigama. So many sectors of generous teaching and opportunity to benefit the local community and the whole country. The beneficiaries have changed their lives and appear very grateful, proud and empowered. The continuous development of current & new sectors is creative and impressive. The organization stands as an example for many to follow, for many generations to come. Thank you for an energizing day and for the good you do to uplift the people of Sri Lanka. I am eager to witness your future growth and & stories of success.
– Ashley Davis
Experiencing the work of the Foundation of Goodness first has been an extremely educative and awesome experience. Hats off to the Founder Trustee Kushil Gunasekera for the impeccable conceptualization of the service to be delivered to the villages spread across the country from the South, North, East and Central Hills. My very best for the continued success of the Foundation. Thank you so much for the warm hospitality, which is akin to Kushil!
– Kshenuka Senewiratne
The foundation is a beautiful concept. It was an honour to contribute. I look forward to helping to the Foundation again in the Future.
– Alex
Thank you for your time and for sharing your knowledge. We had a really nice time. The Foundation of Goodness is amazing. We will come back.
– Anook
Thank you for the kindness shown. It was an eye opening experience. Your staff is amazing and so was the meal!
– Zac Bendhia
Thank you so much for the visit. We have enjoyed looking at all your work. It is good to return after 14 years. Great memories.
– Denis and Vicky
Thank you so much to everyone at the Foundation of Goodness for all the amazing work you do. We are in awe of the numbers of people that you have helped and continue to help. We will do our very best to spread the word of your foundation far and wide.
– With all our best wishes in the world, Molly and Craig
Dear Kushil & FOG Team,
Thank you for an inspiring morning & a lovely lunch. It restores my faith in humanity! It is truly amazing what the synthesis of kindness, compassion, hard work and determination and managerial efficiency can deliver for poor and vulnerable people.
– With all our best wishes,
Avanti & Murtaza Esufally and Anushka Fernando Gunetilleka
Dear Kushil and the wonderful team,
Very inspired by the work! You have proved beyond doubt that “If there is a will, there is a way”. Thank you for inspiring the next generation and empowering them. We look forward to partnering with you.
– Lanka Alzheimer’s Foundation
Dear Kushil and Team,
It was an absolute pleasure meeting you and your impressive team! The work you are doing is outstanding and truly inspiring. I hope for further exchange and possible joined engagements in the future.
– Jana Mudra (Change Action Nepal) & (Bread for the World)
Some dream big for themselves and their families; some dream for their village; some for their country; but your dream you go beyond the boundaries of your village, country and beyond…encompassing the needs, dreams and aspirations of the hearts of young and old alike. You have shown that the impossible can be achieved if one has the passion and discipline to stay the course. Truly and inspiration to those who are brave. Keep dreaming and moving forward so you will inspire many generations to follow goodness to humanity.
– Ishani and Mahinda
What a wonderful place, such an incredible energy and I am so excited to work together. I love seeing these talented youth women and men. Thank you and keep doing good!
– Tiffany
It was a great opportunity to help this centre and we are very happy to be part of their worthy cause. We will continue to help this centre and empower women in this island. Keep up the great work going & wishing the Foundation all the very best.
– Acorn Group
This is my first visit to FoG and it certainly was a mind-blowing experience. I am honoured to know that there is such a professionally run foundation that provides love, hope and goodness for the less fortunate in Sri Lanka. With sincere best wishes to Kushil and the rest if Team FoG.
– Marlon Dale Ferreira
We are very happy to visit your facility. This is a blessing of our small island, chosen by God to uplift the lives of poor and others.
– Trelleborg
To everyone at the Foundation of Goodness (students and volunteers),
You are doing an incredibly honourable work in the world and I am proud and honoured to have opportunity to visit and learn your good work. Keep it up & I hope I can support you for many years to come. PS: Your food is amazing.
– Caroline Corr (Ireland)
The hospitality you’ve provided can’t be put into words. We wish you and the FoG Team nothing but the best with all the future projects and the kindness you spread.
– Shameem Ismail, Chandika Piyantha, Jothipala Samaraweera
Very inspiring to see the facility. Looking forward to a world class champion team here!
– Aslam Omar
Dear Kushil,
Many thanks for your valuable time extended to me in sharing your achievement and vision for the Foundation of Goodness. Look forward to staying in touch and hope we could contribute positively. Towards the sustainable growth of the Foundation in the years ahead. Let me also extend by personal wishes to you that you will achieve all your dreams and aspirations in the years ahead.
– Blessings, Mr. Dilip de Silva
Thank you for inviting me to the Foundation of Goodness. I’m grateful to experience all about the Foundation. It’s amazing and I’m truly inspired by everything. I had an amazing time with everyone. May god bless you the team. Keep shining.
Fly high and never give up
– With love, Sathnara Fernando
To Kushil and the Team at FoG,
So very impressed by your work and the Kindness spread across the unit. Wishing you many more blessed projects and I hope to contribute in any way possible. Thank you for the hospitality shown.
– Regards, Chandi
Since I came back after 17 years it was like entering a whole new world! Unbelievable what you have achieved in the 17 years to help the needy. My hats off to you.
– Andrew Pieris
It was amazing to connect with all of you and I am so inspired by your work . Truly amazing!
I look forward to working with you again in the future. Keep shining your brilliant light, always.
Warm wishes and blessings to the Team
– Roshni
There are so many things one can be happy about when looking back. My experience in Foundation of Goodness is one of the best experiences I had. I admire the well planned routines, schedules and organizational structure that was built and also the well mannered way it is functioning. May all blessings be with Mr. Kushil Gunasekera and may you and your team achieve the very best!
Many abundant blessings for all of you!
– Anupama De Zilva
The work of volunteers impact on all our lives, even if we are not aware of it. Good actions give strength to ourselves and inspire good actions in others.
– Leonie Vaas
Impressive centre with its heart and focus on the development of the entire community. Thank you to Ludmila for taking us around, her life is a testimony of the Foundation of Goodness’ impact and effectiveness. It was great encouragement to see the Women’s Empowerment in all aspects – from management, to hiring, to training. Blessings on your work, may you keep going from strength to strength and I hope to see you soon again.
– Blessings, Nicole Rose
I and my family all went through the Centre today and we were very impressed with what we saw. I have seen the things that the Foundation did on behalf of all the unfortunate and found very moving. I hope the Foundation will continue their good work in the future . Wish you all the best!
– Shantha Fernando
Dear FoG & Kushil,
Hugely impressive & inspired by the magnificent work done by you guys. Thank you very much for the hospitality & I loved the food. Looking forward to visiting you very soon.
– Best wishes from Ruwan Jayaratne
Wonderful work!!
– Best wishes from the Perera-Slater Family UK
Dear FoG,
Truly impressed and glad to see the service you are doing to the local community. In my honest opinion I have not seen/heard of such an authentic and genuine effort such as FoG’s towards youth empowerment locally! Wishing you all the best! Happy to help anytime!
– Thinuwan G
Dear FoG,
What an incredible organization, touching the lives of so many Sri Lankans. We are excited to initiate a full stack web development course!
– Viji and Chantal
Dear FoG,
It is absolutely amazing what you do and the impact you have on so many lives. Im truly grateful to be part of this amazing journey
– Alafiya, ALEAF
Thank you for allowing me to witness the a truly amazing facility that caters to the under priviledged. Hope to make a contribution towards sustainment of the facility.
– Asoka Dissanayake
To all the amazing individuals that make it possible for the goodness and potential of those in need to grow and prosper, thank you. You and the Foundation of Goodness are an inspiration. May you always be supported and may the individuals you support be blessed to giv back. Thank you and best wishes!
– Maryam
Dear Kushil Aiya and Team,
I am fascinated by the work you do for the community. We are humbled to be received and taken around the facility.
– Sandeep
We really appreciate all the amazing work you have done to the community. It has inspired many lives and as we as the Rotaract Club of KDU find this a solid example of transforming the community towards a brighter future.
– Ashan Rodrigo
President 2021 – Rotaract Club of KDU
I would like to thank this amazing Foundation for allowing us to come by and contribute to this beautiful community in terms of sport and education. We hope to be back and continue supporting this establishment from near and far.
– Aaron Fernando, Sarith Perera, Shanil Samarkkody
I truly believe I am blessed to be part if this divine establishment by contributing to commence a music academy on behalf of my beloved late mother Renuka Malkanthi Alwis. I wish more success and longevity for all your future endeavours.
– Lanka Alwis
Dear Foundation of Goodness,
It was my pleasure being here and I enjoyed seeing the kids art work so much.
Thank you to everyone who helped set this up and I cannot wait until we come back next time.
– Colette, Whitney and Brian
This is awesome! I think especially for many of the day to day donations as opposed to specific project asks, this report on the Sujatha Special Needs Home gives an enormous amount of transparency to donors and supporters. Agreed if you can get governments/authorities to see this on a regular basis may also inspire them to offer some support knowing where the funds are going.
Great job !!
– Paul Davies
Many Heartfelt and Warm Thanks for forwarding your latest FG Newsletter that really moved and astounded me. I have forwarded it to 13 of my specially selected friends and associates and pray that – apart from motivating them to lend their support in a tangible manner – most importantly that they are made AWARE that a Foundation such as yours is ACTIVE and EXISTENT in Sri Lanka – the Land of our birth. From me – a very special Thanks for your contribution of what constitutes the Act of Forgiveness – it was specially relevant and inspirational personally.
Blessings and Good Will and Success to you and your team
– Max Gerreyn
Dear Kushil & Team,
Thank you so much for all your care and all the support to make the efforts from Harsha a success. May you get more and more blessings from God Above!
God blessings!
– Harsha and Team
Dear Kushil Sir and All,
We are so pleased and proud to witness the Centre of “Foundation of Goodness” in Seenigama. What you are doing to uplift the lives in rural areas in Sri Lanka is fabulous. We wish you and bless you to do more and more services to Mother Sri Lanka.
Thank you so much sir!
Shashikala Siriwardena
Chamari Athaputtu
Ineshi Fernando
Kaveesha Dilhari(Sri Lanka Ladies Cricket Team)
Dear Kushil,
This is a phenomenal collective of collaborative work !! And against the background of COVID! Kushil, you are a true champion for our people in SL !!
I can honestly say it has been one of the serendipitous events in my life to meet you in this journey. Despite all the negatives I am fiercely optimistic about the changes we can bring to our country. I am a firm believer in against all odds. All my life’s energy are for my family and the people of my homeland.
We can achieve even more remarkable things in the coming years.
Best wishes,
Dr. Kushwin Rajamani
Dear Kushil,
Just been perusing your first Newsletter for 2021 and feel privileged to extend to you my humble but huge respect and congratulations for the unbelievable and varied support – benefits and CARE that the FOG has contributed to the people of my mother country in a year as tragic and sad that was 2020. I will be saving your ‘sermon’ on Generosity for reference and consideration. It is beautifully described. The FoG unique in being a home-based organization that does provide a fantastic spread of help and empowerment. Congratulations, congratulations and congratulations.
With the very best regards,
Max Gerreyn
It has really been an amazing experience getting to visit the Foundation of Goodness and it has definitely been one of the best. Being able to come here and also having being able to meet and donate essential school supplies to needy and rural kids is really a privilege and we are very thankful.It is a really great and kind-hearted initiative and we wish you all great success in all the noble acts you will plan to do in the future. Thank you for the fabulous experience once again and we hope to visit again in the future!Loads of thanks,Team API Foundation (Sri Lanka)
Many thanks for the November FOG news letter. It is mind boggling the work your organisation does. Much merit and many blessings to you and all your dedicated staff. May you go from strength to strength.With great admiration,Michael Tissera
It gives me great joy and honor to be able to work with the entire team at Foundation of Goodness! Thank you for all the amazing work you do on the field. The speed, efficiency and the relentless commitment is unlike any organisation I have worked with.
This is a great beginning and will only grow from here…….
Best wishes
– Dr Kushwin Rajamani
Thank you for giving me a wonderful insight into the amazing and dedicated work that is being done here. May your endeavours grow from strength to strength, serving the people of this village and Sri Lanka.
– Nirmali Wickremesinghe
We came to FoG to see its operations today and what we saw goes beyond anything we have seen in out lifetime. People at FoG consider taking care of others as one of the core aspects of their lives. Their dedication and efforts have to be commended limitlessly. Mr. Kushil took his personal time to make sure we were treated as royals even though we haven’t done a bit from what they have done for the community of Seenigama area and all around the country. We are whole heartily looking forward to contribute to their services in any way possible. Big thanks to Mrs. Ludmila and Mr. Saman for showing us every corner in the facility without taking it as a burden. Their smiles will light up the place for years!
– Lahiru & Nuwan
Thanking you kindly for your hospitality and open welcoming arms!
The work the group has done is truly impressive and definitely got myself and Mihiri thinking of how to incorporate and support with some of the design projects we are leading. I truly believe the time is ripe to support the development of “arts and craft” to a more design, value-added, artisanal direction. The skills and craft shown really have potential!
I look forward to visiting again some time soon and spending more time!
– Robert and Mihiri
Thank you for the wonderful hospitality and company. From organizing interviews, giving us a tour, gifts & a delicious lunch. We shall certainly be back again and hope to join FOG as future volunteers and work with you.
Thank you once again. A special thanks to Kushil and Saman for their amazing work ethic!
– Shalini and Sajith
Thank you so much for having us. It was a privilege to visit FOG. Personally I was inspired by your excellence, discipline and passion. Wishing you all the best.
Prakash – Youth for Christ Team
Dear Kushil and the wonderful Foundation staff. It’s a privilege to have come and witnessed the amazing work you do. It is hard to imagine until you see for yourself. This country is fortunate to have such an amazing centre, impacting many lives. Thank you for making it a better tomorrow for everyone who comes here. Good luck and good wishes!”
Gayathri
First of all we thank Kushil and his team for giving us the opportunity to visit FoG. It is indeed a great initiative and a timely model for the nation. Anyone can speak big philosophies but putting them into practice is not that easy.Mr Kushil is doing a great job and we carry a good message to our society from you all. Congratulations for all the good effort. May God Bless All.
MTM Sabry
It is a great concept and Mr. Kushil has great goals. We are impressed with the Foundation of Goodness because they have multiple ideas and are working for the betterment of village people. All the best
M.A.M Fahry and M.J.M Arafath Careem
I was so impressed on seeing the facility at FoG today. I could feel the hard work and the pure intention behind this project. I particularly salute Mr. Kushil and his team, who are dedicated. It’s a great job done
MACM Jawahir
Thank you to the Foundation of Goodness, Kushil and your team for such a beautiful and inspiring experience. I am so touched by all of the good and compassion you are bringing to the people of Sri Lanka and to everyone who has the opportunity to join you in your efforts. I will remember these past few days always and bring the kindness I’ve witnessed here with me, into the world
Marielle Schurig – UBS Financial Advisor
This is such an inspiring place! The passion people have here and the power of the results delivered.The Foundation of Goodness deserves to be the special place it is. I hope Kushil’s amazing work is replicated in hundreds of villages worldwide.
Mr Tony and Family
Kushil, you and your staff are motivated and inspirational. The world is a better place for what you do. Best wishes for your continuing work in Sri Lanka and thank you for sharing some of your many success stories with me.
Mark Thompson – Stellario Group (Australia and Sri Lanka)
Thank you so much for having me and showing me the wonderful work the foundation is doing. You are all incredibly inspiring and give me hope for a bright future for humanity
Elizabeth Yancey (USA)
“Thank you for letting us see all the wonderful work that you are doing here for the people of Sri Lanka. We feel very honoured that our son Mathew and his wife Charmila, have been able to help the Foundation of Goodness in practical ways during 2019 It has been lovely to meet Chamila and his staff face to face in this very special place”
Barry Sugden & Wife
What a pleasure! Thank you for spending so much time with me showing the extraordinary work of the Foundation. Glad to see the Canadian origin swimming pool is going strong. We will need to further develop the cricketing links! Thanks again.
H.E David McKinnon
Canadian High Commissioner to Sri Lanka
I heard from members of my club, Wanstead and Snaresbrook Cricket Club, what amazing work is done here. I was not disappointed and very impressed.
Mr. Christopher Hurd
Thank you for giving me such an extensive tour of the foundation. It was very enlightening. You are doing such great work
Mrs.Yee Wai Lee
After visiting our sponsored children, we had the chance to see and understand what the Foundation is doing.
Thank you very much for the good work you are doing!
Christian and Manuela Schlindwein
Thank you Saman and Ludmila for taking us to show the goodness that the FoG does for the community and harnessing the rural talent. We at P&S wish you the very best for the future.
Janaka, Isuru, Srijith, Lalith and Kamal – Perera & Sons Bakers (PVT) Ltd
Thank you ever so much you guys for your huge effort to make the Foundation greater, day by day. Keep up the good work!
Plasthi, Johan and Chemila from Columbus Tours
Team from LK Domain visited and toured the facility. We were impressed by the facility and programmes and hope to have a long term partnership.
LK Domain Team
The Centre of Excellence you have created in INCREDIBLE! You help so many people and give them training and hope and ability for a better future!
Thank you for showing and sharing love and help to so many! We pray blessings follow you!
The Stock Family
Thanks for showing us around your facility. It is amazing to see all the work you do with the community. I can’t wait to be back here later on this year to help out any way I can.
Dasith Goonatilaka
We are amazed by the quantity of goodness that can be done by one person. Even more amazed by the excellent team work that goes on at FoG!
Dr. Sanjeevani, Dr. Lushantha and family
We had a wonderful day at FoG Seenigama. We leave enthused, happy and glad. Kushil and FoG your work and effort is exemplary.
Lal Chandranath
It is unbelievable the amount of good work that you are doing here. Honestly I have never seen a single person doing so much for humanity.
Michael Perera
All that we have seen here today is truly inspiring. We deeply believe that your work is creating immense positive change and development throughout Sri Lanka. We look forward to becoming a part of this change.
Jayamini and Thanuja
All that I have seen here today is truly inspiring. I deeply believe that your work is creating immense positive change and development throughout Sri Lanka. I look forward to becoming a part of this change.
Molly
I would like to use this opportunity to express my sincere gratitude and wishes to FoG for organizing the shoot for our programme and I wish them the very best for their future plans and developments.
Isuru and the Hi TV Crew
An amazing concept that could be used world wide. If only all communities got together and supported each other in this way. We will do all we can to support and promote and fund raise.
Rick and Shirley – UK/Spain
Wonderful place. So impressed with your efforts to help the needy.
Ranjani de Silva
This is such an amazing centre. The model used here could be so effective around the world, and it should be used as an example for others of how to give back and empower those people who need it most. Amazing work.
Brandon Cragg – UK
Thank you for introducing us to this inspiring organisation. We are happy to spread the word and support it!
Phillip Moll
An amazing place. People here are working hard to help change the world.
Bill Boehm
Congratulations to the FoG staff and volunteers for maintaining the vision of helping those who need a hand.
Key and Trevor Ganley
What a wonderful visit to your centre. The children’s performance was a joy to watch and we appreciated their enthusiasm.
Anne and John
Congratulations on the wonderful work you do, changing lives and offering hope. We especially loved seeing the children’s dance performance.
Pam
You have all done such a wonderful job in your endeavours here at FoG. Your commitment to your cause and the passion you all show is amazing.
Mike and Helen Grear
Thank you for a very special visit. We will always remember it.
Fran and Steve Maitland
What a wonderful organisation giving opportunity to many.
Kathy and Mark Collins
We are very excited to work with you and be involved with the amazing work you are doing. Very impressive work and facility in the interest of Good.
Ishara Abeysekara
We are impressed with the work done to help the community. We wish the Foundation continued success in its endeavors.
Chris Senaratne and family.
What you are doing in this place should be inspiring to every leader in this world. Thank you for making a real change in this world.
Garan Rasathurai, CEO Karma Tours SL
It was a great pleasure to meet you and I am sure we can bring some boys to Olympia 2024 in Beach Volleyball. Let’s go for it! The big success starts today!
Barbara
You guys are amazing, showing the world how easy it is to do good to others. Let’s show the world, there is just one world, it doesn’t matter where we live, where we come from, together we will do great things!
Your friends from Germany, Laurenz Weipert
The work you are doing is amazing! All the best for continuous success !
Air Chief Marshal Mr. Kolitha Gunatilleke
It was one of the most fulfilling days of my life. Wishing you much success.
Dr. Amrith Santusht
Quality People and quality work. You’re inspiring the nation and it is a platform for the next generation.
Hasanka Padukka
Thanks again for your welcome. I feel like I was in a great place at the right moment. Your soul and hearts are pure! Looking forward to working together.
Lucile, France
It was a great privilege to visit your marvelous establishment. Since my last visit there was a thirst within me to extend my contribution to your journey and your effort to help humanity and rural communities by fulfilling so many dreams. Looking forward to working with you in the future.
Ruwanmali Jayasinghe
We were really very impressed with the good work being done by the Foundation. Almost every area, section and activity that we looked at had a stamp of love and excellence all over it. The Foundation has surely come a long way and is making continuous impact in communities! Good work and goodness have a way of making lives better.
Abha Kumar and Santosh Kumar (Country Manager for Mastercard Sri Lanka and Maldives)
This has been an amazing trip visiting the Foundation of Goodness. I am glad to finally visit the facility, since meeting Kushil many years ago, looking forward to working with you.
Ananda Fernando
Thank you so much for taking the time to show me all of the amazing work you are doing throughout Sri Lanka! What you have accomplished here is truly inspirational, and your mission is increasingly admirable. I have very much enjoyed learning from you and hope that we can collaborate in the future.
Sarah Dugan
Wonderful to see the impressive work done by FoG. Really good to meet the FoG team and discuss the way forward towards the FoG – APSL collaboration.
Dr Mahesh de Silva, President APSL
Thank you very much for the wonderful visit and showing me your work. It is truly inspiring and encouraging to see your work. Keep helping our communities and we hope to facilitate your work in the future.
Dilanke Panagoda, Pepper Life Pvt Ltd
Thank you Kushil for giving us the opportunity to experience your cookery class. I was able to get a few tips and hints on Sri Lankan dishes. You are doing an amazing job to support the needs in rural villages. Every time I visit, I see a huge increase in the work. Well done and may you be blessed to keep going. You’ve got an amazing team too! Many Blessings
Crystal
It seems like an amazing place for young people to advance in life with new skills. Thank you for a great cookery class and the wonderful meal.
Tina, Australia
Thank you for having us here. It is fantastic to hear of the work that is being done, and how much the place has grown.
Ben Gorham and Mikayla Richardson – Sydney, Australia
It is excellent to witness the many and varied initiatives run from this centre for the benefit of the community, young people especially. I have also had the benefit of seeing this work carried out in other provinces too. It’s a vital and telling contribution to the future of Sri Lanka and all its people. Many congratulations and best wishes for the future.
Stephen Tunstall – British Asian Trust
It is delightful to see your achievements of the last few years. I wish you all the best for future success and to help build a nation of prosperity.
Assistant District Secretary Galle – Mr Sharfas
It was amazing to see and experience a project that touches so many lives. An inspiration to us all! Wishing all the best to the Foundation of Goodness.
Sammy and Mythili
A wonderful place. Mr Kushil Gunasekera has shown what a wonderful world it could be. I will get more Sri Lankans and visit and share what we could do to make our country a wonderful place.
Retired Senior Superintendent of Police Lakshman de Silva
The Foundation of Goodness has touched nearly every facet of human endeavour. It will reach greater heights!
Ranjit Pereira
Thank you so much for the experience you have provided me through my volunteer programme. This has been a life changing adventure for me and has changed my perspective on many things which I once took for granted. I have learned many lessons along this journey which I shall carry with me for the rest of my life.
Rahul Iriyagolle
What an absolute outstanding outfit, run by passionate and compassionate people. I am in awe of the unity of purpose, the global support, and the wonderful undercurrent of love that runs beneath all that is done here.
Father Robert – Extra Cover
Work well done! Unbelievable!! Wishing you all the best and thank you for all your efforts. I hope you grow from strength to strength.
Vasantha Varsuwithana
Well done Kushil. It’s amazing what you have done in Seenigam. It was an inspiration for me, Nelanthi and Vasantha to see what can be achieved with clarity of thought and determined focus. May you and your wonderful team go from strength to strength. Very best wishes as always.
Rohan and Nilanthi D.S. Wijeyeratne
Your philosophy is what the world needs. We have seen here how successful it could be when people help others and integrate as one. Hopefully your fantastic work continues to be supported.
Ian and Celeste Bird, Australia
Thank you for everything! The visit to the Foundation of Goodness was amazing and a real eye opener in to what generosity and kindness can do! As a Sri Lankan I hope you all the best going forward. The country needs more Foundations of Goodness!
Maxime Wickramasinghe
It was a privilege, the opportunity we got to contribute to your wonderful efforts to help humanity. Looking forward to work with your team.
Ramesh Rishikeshan, Colonel Raj Vijayasiri, Major Sanjeeva Kasthuri, Sussil Liyanage
I came here at my father’s highest recommendation and I see it is very well deserved, I am both highly impressed and amazed at everything you have achieved. I wish you all the very best, now and in the future.
Amrith Gnanam
FoG wishing you all the very best. May you all be blessed abundantly. Compassion and love give so much joy to the world. Thank you for being there for all.
Dr. Jey Gunasegaram (USA)
We are so excited to see the commitment of a team of people making a change in the community and the Nation. Blessing with Metta!
Ashok and Sithara
The Cricket Club of New South Wales Sri Lankan Tour 2019 is in awe of the good work that the Foundation does. Self-help is the determinant of success and the evidence before us is substantive in your efforts to provide community education and vocational training. From the disaster, hope grows. Well Done.
K. Yardy – NSWCC
Words cannot describe the amount of fun and the wonderful experience we have had over the last 6 weeks. The staff have been so welcoming and supportive, we feel we have made friends for life and have all promised to return one day.
George, Ben, Alex and Jordan – Sheffield School, UK
Absolutely inspiring for us all to see the unconditional work, love + compassion in all that is done in the MCC Centre. You inspire us to be better people, better global citizens and to live a fulfilled life of love and understanding. Thank you for sharing your story.
Trailblazers Travel Group
To the team at the Foundation of Goodness. All the best wishes from the Association of Professionals Sri Lanka in the UK (APSL). Looking forward to a great partnership to help communities.
Suraj Wijendra – President –APSL
On behalf of the Radford College and Canberra Schools Cricket Touring Party we would like to thank you for your generosity and hospitality during our visit in April 2019. Your work with rural communities is truly inspirational and it was a privilege to see the great work first hand.’
Greg Boorer – Australia
The SLASSCOM team visited FoG for a session to meet your ICT students introducing Future Careers Bridge program pilot. It was a great success with more than 70 of your students. We will be back to get feedback and offer internships soon.
SLASSCOM
Well done for the amazing work you have put back into your community. Great experience to visit your centre and look forward to contributing in future.
The Perse School, Cambridge
What an amazing experience! I had tears in my eyes when seeing the positivity brought out of such tragedy. This has been a highlight of the visit to Sri Lanka – Thank you!
Bruern Abbey School
Thank you for hosting us. The Foundation of Goodness has shown us the resilience and courage of the Sri Lankan people. May this fantastic centre be a force for good long into the future and produce many National Cricketers and excellent young people for this beautiful country.
Uppingham School, UK
Thank you for having us today as this hugely inspiring place. We feel very lucky to have learnt about the incredible work you do.
Lottie Little and Georgia Tindle
Goodness Foundation is an example to other institutions. They are maintaining their facilities very well. Everything is very clean and perfect. They are providing lots of things to the society. They are working for the people. We appreciate their services and assistance to the society and the country
N. Vethanayahan, Jaffna Division – Govt. Agent
Thank you for all the great work you do for rural communities. You are fulfilling so many dreams. In Australia, we will continue to support the work you so for others. Thank you for hosting me today and once in 2011 too. Lots of love and hope for your future,
Ishara Fernando OYOB – Doing Good Rewards
What an amazing place! Thank you so much for showing us around. Your organization is so organised and well run. It was lovely to see and hear about all your success stories. Thank you.
Charmila and Matt Sugden – UK
On behalf of Sydney Thunder, thank you so much for showing Rebecca and I around the Foundation of Goodness. It was truly amazing and humbling to see the thousands of lives you have impacted and to see how you have turned tragedy in to hope. You are all very inspiring- thank you.
Jonathan Lees- Sydney Thunder (Australia)
Thank you for your valuable time afforded to us to show us and share with us your amazing Foundation. Words are difficult to describe the wonderful work you have done and are still doing. We certainly feel honoured to be here today and know your continued journey will broaden and provide so much for all in the community.
Fay & Reg Paul – Melbourne, Australia
There was a thirst within me, where could I find a place with this calibre of work filled with loving-kindness? Here I came across it after navigating in many ways. Chamila did a marvellous job showing us around which gave me in-depth knowledge of everything you do and most importantly in which ways I cud shoulder spreading the word among people I know.
Priya – UK
To The FoG, You are very inspiring! We hope to learn from you – for the Philippines especially. Mabuhas! (Keep going strong) Thank you very much for the tour and education!
Jaw Maas, Philippines
‘Manipay Pradeshiya Sabha is surprised to visit the Foundation of Goodness and their good activities. In the meantime, we are shocked by Mr. Kushil Gunasekera’s leadership and we are happy that Foundation of Goodness is giving their contribution to our Pradeshiya Sabha. We are thankful to Mr. Charitha Ratwatte Senior Adviser to the Prime Minister and Dr. J Gunasegaram for recommending and introducing the Foundation of Goodness to us.’
A. Japanesan, Chairman – Valikmam South West Pradeshiya Sabha, Manipay
Thank you for showing me around such a magical and inspiring project. The work that is being done here is truly ground-breaking and provides a light to people all over the country. I am very blessed to have had the opportunity to visit and hopefully to work together in the future. Thank you, keep up the amazing work.
Ellsie, Indigo Volunteers – UK
Thank you for inviting me and Katherine and our team to your fantastic venture. The Foundation of Goodness – from adversity to success. All the best for the future. Thank you for empowering so many.
Shiranee Joseph de Seram, RCCI Team
Thank you for organising the tour around the MCC Centre of Excellence. We were pleased to see the training and projects done by your team. It is inspirational and informative to see the progress and achievements made during the 20 years of existence. Keep up the good work. Congratulations on your 20th Anniversary.
Prasad Kodikara and Lal Mendis
Thank you and keep up the wonderful work you are doing. Highly impressed by all the activities and building of communities in Gale District.
Dr. Supun Wijesinghe – National Programme Manager, Anti-Leprosy Campaign – Ministry of Health
Your activities are so impressive and has obtained much success. Hope this will actively last longer and have more fruits in the future. Thank you for introducing the centre.
Mamabu Ato. NIID Japan