Building houses in and around Seenigama

TSUNAMI: For Tsunami-affected families who have lost so much, a brand new home is a special gift of immeasurable value and is one that they shall never forget.

Young members of the Rotaract Club of Katugastota recently opened five new houses in the villages of Seenigama, Kalupe, Thotagamuwa and Malawenna that they funded through the Foundation of Goodness for Tsunami-affected families.

This particular housing project donated by the Rotaract Club of Katugastota is considered special due to the way in which all of the needs were addressed.

Complete with modern amenities, essential household items and a private garden, new homes are the villagers' pride and joy - a wonderful transition particularly for families who have suffered terribly since the Tsunami.

Those who have so far received their new homes are delighted by the overall package provided to them. For many, their new homes represent something much greater than they have ever experienced.

Kushil Gunasekera, Founder of the Foundation of Goodness, said "The Katugastota Rotaract Club has become an example to the young givers.

The donation of five houses was an incredibly kind and generous gesture, especially from an organisation made up of such young members.

Our sincere appreciation goes out to the group of dedicated Rotaractors who made such a positive difference to alleviate the many difficulties faced after losing their homes".

The Foundation of Goodness has built approximately 226 houses to date in Seenigama and surrounding villages and is currently constructing another 65 homes, whilst planning an additional 209.

The Rotaract Club of Katugastota is ranked amongst significant donors for their invaluable contribution. Muttiah Prabagaran, the current President of the Katugastota Club said "We're honoured to be associated with the Foundation of Goodness and their wonderful efforts.

"We've been involved with the Tsunami since the early days when we worked at Trinco on December 28 providing and distributing essential medical needs.

"The more work we can do for the victims of the disaster, the better". Incidentally, Rotaract President Prabagaran is the younger brother of the famous Sri Lankan cricketer, Muttiah Muralidaran, who is also closely associated with the Foundation of Goodness.

Projects implemented by the Rotaract Club of Katugastota, which has 40 members, range from community services to professional development and the total monitory value of the projects exceeds Rs. 5 million annually.

Relief efforts for tsunami-affected areas currently amounts to Rs. 7 million.

The Foundation of Goodness is very pleased to be associated with such a noble project of providing shelter to those who lost their homes most unexpectedly to the destructive waves of the tsunami.

(For more information, please see the website: www.unconditionalcompassion.com