Written By: Rtr. Rashmi Thilakarathne

𝐓𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧

𝐀 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐚 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐏𝐮𝐫𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐞

𝐌𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟔.𝟎, organized by the Club Service Avenue in collaboration with the Finance Committee of the 𝐑𝐨𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐂𝐥𝐮𝐛 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐫𝐢 𝐉𝐚𝐲𝐞𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐩𝐮𝐫𝐚, was initially planned as a festive December gathering for Rotaractors. However, following the tragic circumstances caused by Cyclone Ditwah, the initiative took a meaningful turn. Recognizing the need for empathy and responsibility, the club decided to transform the celebration into a Christmas outreach for children in need—turning a social event into a service-driven initiative.

𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐆𝐢𝐯𝐞: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐚𝐡 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭

On 18th January 2026, Rtr. Minuli, Rtr. Neha, Rtr. Randunu, and Rtr. Rashmi visited Pettah to purchase stationery items and sweets for the children. This preparatory step was made possible through the generous monetary contributions of many Rotaractors who collaborated wholeheartedly to support this one-phase initiative.

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐆𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐉𝐨𝐲

The main event was held on 19th January 2026 at St. Mathias Church, Moratuwa, where stationery items and sweets were donated to the children of Shikshadana Vidyalaya, Agulana. The event commenced with a warm welcome speech delivered by President Rtr. Nethmi Bandara, setting a compassionate and joyful tone for the day.

𝐒𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲

Beyond donations, the celebration was filled with laughter and meaningful interaction. Rotaractors spent quality time with the children by engaging in fun games such as Secret Pass, Simon Says, Musical Chairs, and Balloon Catch. A painting session was also conducted, giving the children a chance to express their creativity. Singing songs, playing games, and sharing moments of joy created a festive atmosphere that truly captured the spirit of Christmas.

𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭, 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝, 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩

The event was energetically compered by Rtr. Sihas, whose enthusiasm brought life to the celebration. The initiative was further strengthened by the support of our Official Beverage Partner, American Joozy, whose contribution added value to the event. Numerous Rotaractors joined hands—through collaboration, participation, and financial support—demonstrating the power of unity and collective responsibility.

𝐀 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐨 𝐑𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫

Memorable December 6.0 stood as a testament to adaptability, compassion, and teamwork. By choosing to transform a planned celebration into a meaningful service initiative, the Rotaract Club reaffirmed its commitment to serving the community and spreading joy where it was needed most.

Through empathy, collaboration, and a shared sense of responsibility, we were able to celebrate the true spirit of Christmas, making December not just memorable, but meaningful.

Graphic Design by: Rtr. Minuli Rajapaksha