School books, library books, a 32” LED TV and a Sound System were among the items donated by the company.
At the request of the Principal of the school, a name board was also gifted to this underprivileged primary school which houses over ninety children and functions with minimum facilities.
The Principal of the School, Mr.A.G. Bandula Rupasinghe stated that this was the first occasion where an institution has stepped forward to help his school.
The parents of these children who live amidst many hardships find it hard to support the development activities of the school.
The Principal who is due to be transferred to another school next year, said that his aim was to do his utmost for this school before he leaves.
He expressed his warm gratitude to HNB Grameen Finance Ltd., for making a very special donation to his school.
Mr. Chaminda Prabath, Managing Director / Chief Executive Officer of HNB Grameen Finance Ltd., who was the chief guest on the occasion,had some words of wisdom for the students.
He told them that it was by receiving a good education that life’s challenges could be overcome.
Mr. Prabath pledged to support the school in the future whenever a need arises and he emphasised that steps would be taken to extend their help to several other underprivileged schools in the island.
Among other distinguished guests on the occasion were Mr. Bimal Seneviratne, Deputy General Manager and Mr. Pathum Sampath Cooray, Assistant General Manager.
