{"id":14,"date":"2024-11-10T20:29:59","date_gmt":"2024-11-10T20:29:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pikupihi.org\/?page_id=14"},"modified":"2025-02-26T21:08:52","modified_gmt":"2025-02-26T21:08:52","slug":"our-projects","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/pikupihi.org\/?page_id=14","title":{"rendered":"Our Projects"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:26px\">Pirunu Kusak \u2013 Pirunu Hisak (A Full Stomach &#8211; A Full Mind) School Food Assistance Program (SFP)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"alignnormal\"><div id=\"metaslider-id-946\" style=\"width: 100%;\" class=\"ml-slider-3-103-0 metaslider metaslider-flex metaslider-946 ml-slider has-dots-nav ms-theme-default-base\" role=\"region\" aria-label=\"Food Programme\" data-height=\"200\" data-width=\"700\">\n    <div id=\"metaslider_container_946\">\n        <div id=\"metaslider_946\">\n            <ul class='slides'>\n                <li style=\"display: block; width: 100%;\" class=\"slide-953 ms-image \" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" data-date=\"2025-02-26 20:23:18\" data-slide-type=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pikupihi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Picture2-e1740601696206-360x102.jpg\" height=\"200\" width=\"700\" alt=\"\" class=\"slider-946 slide-953 msDefaultImage\" title=\"Picture2\" \/><\/li>\n                <li style=\"display: none; width: 100%;\" class=\"slide-954 ms-image \" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" data-date=\"2025-02-26 20:23:18\" data-slide-type=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pikupihi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Picture4-e1740601740777-296x84.jpg\" height=\"200\" width=\"700\" alt=\"\" class=\"slider-946 slide-954 msDefaultImage\" title=\"Picture4\" \/><\/li>\n                <li style=\"display: none; width: 100%;\" class=\"slide-955 ms-image \" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" data-date=\"2025-02-26 20:23:18\" data-slide-type=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pikupihi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Picture3-500x142.jpg\" height=\"200\" width=\"700\" alt=\"\" class=\"slider-946 slide-955 msDefaultImage\" title=\"Picture3\" \/><\/li>\n                <li style=\"display: none; width: 100%;\" class=\"slide-956 ms-image \" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" data-date=\"2025-02-26 20:23:18\" data-slide-type=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pikupihi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Picture4-e1740601740777-296x84.jpg\" height=\"200\" width=\"700\" alt=\"\" class=\"slider-946 slide-956 msDefaultImage\" title=\"Picture4\" \/><\/li>\n                <li style=\"display: none; width: 100%;\" class=\"slide-957 ms-image \" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" data-date=\"2025-02-26 20:23:18\" data-slide-type=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pikupihi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Picture5-481x137.jpg\" height=\"200\" width=\"700\" alt=\"\" class=\"slider-946 slide-957 msDefaultImage\" title=\"Picture5\" \/><\/li>\n                <li style=\"display: none; width: 100%;\" class=\"slide-958 ms-image \" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" data-date=\"2025-02-26 20:23:18\" data-slide-type=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pikupihi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Picture6-313x89.jpg\" height=\"200\" width=\"700\" alt=\"\" class=\"slider-946 slide-958 msDefaultImage\" title=\"Picture6\" \/><\/li>\n            <\/ul>\n        <\/div>\n        \n    <\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>School Food Assistance Program (SFP)<\/strong> improves nutrition and learning opportunities for children in underprivileged Sri Lankan schools by providing nutritious lunches. Launched in 2021 to supplement the government\u2019s school food program, <strong>PiKu-PiHi<\/strong> has grown to support nearly <strong>5,000 children<\/strong> as of January 2024. While the government\u2019s program has since evolved, we continue to fill critical gaps by assisting excluded grades and providing essential nutrition, such as daily milk.<br><br>Our focus remains on financially struggling students, small schools with fewer than <strong>50 children<\/strong>, voluntary evening classes, and schools not covered by the government\u2019s initiative. Additionally, <strong>SFP<\/strong> extends support to university students in need, monastic colleges, early childhood centres, and students beyond grade 6.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:18px\">By nourishing young minds, we empower brighter futures. Click <a href=\"https:\/\/pikupihi.org\/category\/food-programmes\/\"><strong>HERE<\/strong><\/a> to learn more and read recent posts about our SFP program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:26px\">Educational Scholarships Programs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"alignnormal\"><div id=\"metaslider-id-962\" style=\"width: 100%;\" class=\"ml-slider-3-103-0 metaslider metaslider-flex metaslider-962 ml-slider has-dots-nav ms-theme-default-base\" role=\"region\" aria-label=\"Educational Scholarship\" data-height=\"300\" data-width=\"700\">\n    <div id=\"metaslider_container_962\">\n        <div id=\"metaslider_962\">\n            <ul class='slides'>\n                <li style=\"display: block; width: 100%;\" class=\"slide-965 ms-image \" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" data-date=\"2025-02-26 20:55:14\" data-slide-type=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pikupihi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Picture7-500x214.jpg\" height=\"300\" width=\"700\" alt=\"\" class=\"slider-962 slide-965 msDefaultImage\" title=\"Picture7\" \/><\/li>\n            <\/ul>\n        <\/div>\n        \n    <\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>We provide <strong>educational scholarships<\/strong> to students in need by directly connecting them with willing donors. Each student is carefully identified and verified to ensure genuine financial need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The process begins with referrals from <strong>teachers, principals, or community leaders<\/strong>, who nominate students requiring assistance. A <strong>PKPH volunteer committee<\/strong> then conducts a thorough review, including financial verification from the parents, recommendations from the <strong>Grama Sevaka<\/strong>, and confirmation from the school administration. Once approved, the student is matched with a donor who commits to funding the scholarship for a set amount per month over a defined period. If a donor is unable to continue, the student is promptly reassigned to a new supporter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To ensure transparency and engagement, the <strong>donor, student, a PKPH volunteer administrator, the student&#8217;s parent(s), and a teacher\/principal<\/strong> are connected in a <strong>WhatsApp group<\/strong>. This platform allows for monthly fund receipt acknowledgements and regular updates on the student\u2019s academic progress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">Scholarship Categories<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2705 <strong>Grade 5 Scholars<\/strong> \u2013 Students who pass the <strong>Grade 5 Scholarship Exam<\/strong> and require financial assistance. <strong>LKR 2,000\/month<br><\/strong>\u2705 <strong>University Students<\/strong> \u2013 Students facing financial hardship. <strong>LKR 10,000 &#8211; 15,000\/month<br><\/strong>\u2705 <strong>Medical School Students<\/strong> \u2013 Aspiring doctors in need of support. <strong>LKR 10,000 &#8211; 15,000\/month<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Click <a href=\"https:\/\/pikupihi.org\/educational-scholarship-programmes\/educational-scholarship-programme2\/\">HERE<\/a> for more details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:26px\">Online Educational Program<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"alignnormal\"><div id=\"metaslider-id-966\" style=\"width: 100%;\" class=\"ml-slider-3-103-0 metaslider metaslider-flex metaslider-966 ml-slider has-dots-nav ms-theme-default-base\" role=\"region\" aria-label=\"Online Educational\" data-height=\"200\" data-width=\"700\">\n    <div id=\"metaslider_container_966\">\n        <div id=\"metaslider_966\">\n            <ul class='slides'>\n                <li style=\"display: block; width: 100%;\" class=\"slide-967 ms-image \" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" data-date=\"2025-02-26 20:56:28\" data-slide-type=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pikupihi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Physics-online-500x142.png\" height=\"200\" width=\"700\" alt=\"\" class=\"slider-966 slide-967 msDefaultImage\" title=\"Physics online\" \/><\/li>\n            <\/ul>\n        <\/div>\n        \n    <\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Our free <strong>Online Educational Program<\/strong> provides free virtual lessons for students in rural schools facing <strong>teacher shortages<\/strong> in key subjects. This initiative ensures that students receive quality education despite resource limitations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:20px\"><a><\/a>Our Support Includes:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udcf1 <strong>Access to Technology<\/strong> \u2013 Providing tablets, computers, and internet data subscriptions where needed.<br>\ud83d\udc68\u200d\ud83c\udfeb <strong>Volunteer Teachers<\/strong> \u2013 Subject experts who generously donate their time for <strong>weekly online sessions<\/strong>. Currently, we offer <strong>English and Physics<\/strong> classes via Zoom, with plans to expand into other subjects as additional volunteers become available.<br>\ud83c\udfeb <strong>Convenient Learning Schedule<\/strong> \u2013 Classes are held <strong>immediately after school<\/strong> as an <strong>on-campus after-school program<\/strong>, ensuring accessibility and participation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By bridging the education gap with technology and dedicated mentorship, we empower students with the knowledge they need to succeed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Click <a href=\"https:\/\/pikupihi.org\/category\/online-educational-programmes\/\">HERE<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:26px\">Rural Society Empowerment Program<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"alignnormal\"><div id=\"metaslider-id-968\" style=\"width: 100%;\" class=\"ml-slider-3-103-0 metaslider metaslider-flex metaslider-968 ml-slider has-dots-nav ms-theme-default-base\" role=\"region\" aria-label=\"Rural Society\" data-height=\"200\" data-width=\"700\">\n    <div id=\"metaslider_container_968\">\n        <div id=\"metaslider_968\">\n            <ul class='slides'>\n                <li style=\"display: block; width: 100%;\" class=\"slide-973 ms-image \" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" data-date=\"2025-02-26 20:59:37\" data-slide-type=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pikupihi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/371290320_2835123009961364_5910788980631318667_n-531x151.jpg\" height=\"200\" width=\"700\" alt=\"\" class=\"slider-968 slide-973 msDefaultImage\" title=\"371290320_2835123009961364_5910788980631318667_n\" \/><\/li>\n                <li style=\"display: none; width: 100%;\" class=\"slide-974 ms-image \" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" data-date=\"2025-02-26 20:59:37\" data-slide-type=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pikupihi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Picture36-500x142.jpg\" height=\"200\" width=\"700\" alt=\"\" class=\"slider-968 slide-974 msDefaultImage\" title=\"Picture36\" \/><\/li>\n                <li style=\"display: none; width: 100%;\" class=\"slide-975 ms-image \" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" data-date=\"2025-02-26 20:59:37\" data-slide-type=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pikupihi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Picture18-500x142.jpg\" height=\"200\" width=\"700\" alt=\"\" class=\"slider-968 slide-975 msDefaultImage\" title=\"Picture18\" \/><\/li>\n                <li style=\"display: none; width: 100%;\" class=\"slide-976 ms-image \" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" data-date=\"2025-02-26 20:59:37\" data-slide-type=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pikupihi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Picture8-500x142.jpg\" height=\"200\" width=\"700\" alt=\"\" class=\"slider-968 slide-976 msDefaultImage\" title=\"Picture8\" \/><\/li>\n                <li style=\"display: none; width: 100%;\" class=\"slide-977 ms-image \" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" data-date=\"2025-02-26 20:59:37\" data-slide-type=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pikupihi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Picture9-375x107.jpg\" height=\"200\" width=\"700\" alt=\"\" class=\"slider-968 slide-977 msDefaultImage\" title=\"Picture9\" \/><\/li>\n            <\/ul>\n        <\/div>\n        \n    <\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Our <strong>Rural Empowerment Program<\/strong> aims to uplift the families of underprivileged schoolchildren, creating a stable environment that enables students to succeed academically. Through targeted initiatives, we address critical challenges faced by rural communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:20px\"><a><\/a>Current Projects:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83c\udf1e <strong>Anduren Eliyata (Out of the Darkness to Light-3)<br><\/strong>Many students in rural areas lack access to electricity, relying on <strong>bottle lamps<\/strong> and other hazardous lighting methods. To ensure they can study safely, we partner with donors to provide <strong>rechargeable solar lamps<\/strong>, bringing light and opportunity to their homes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udc23 <strong>Home Poultry Husbandry<br><\/strong>To promote <strong>self-sufficiency and nutrition<\/strong>, we support families in our <strong>School Food Assistance Program<\/strong> by providing <strong>chicks and financial aid<\/strong> to raise hens for egg production. In return, families donate a portion of their eggs to school meals while using the rest for <strong>household consumption or sale<\/strong>, helping to improve their financial stability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By empowering families, we strengthen entire communities\u2014one project at a time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Click <a href=\"https:\/\/pikupihi.org\/category\/rural-society-empowerment-programmes\/\">HERE<\/a> for more information<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:26px\">Providing Essential Facilities for Students<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"alignnormal\"><div id=\"metaslider-id-978\" style=\"width: 100%;\" class=\"ml-slider-3-103-0 metaslider metaslider-flex metaslider-978 ml-slider has-dots-nav ms-theme-default-base\" role=\"region\" aria-label=\"Essential FAcility\" data-height=\"200\" data-width=\"700\">\n    <div id=\"metaslider_container_978\">\n        <div id=\"metaslider_978\">\n            <ul class='slides'>\n                <li style=\"display: block; width: 100%;\" class=\"slide-979 ms-image \" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" data-date=\"2025-02-26 21:01:16\" data-slide-type=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pikupihi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/465925914_3205831672890494_4862550152675574117_n-500x142.jpg\" height=\"200\" width=\"700\" alt=\"\" class=\"slider-978 slide-979 msDefaultImage\" title=\"465925914_3205831672890494_4862550152675574117_n\" \/><\/li>\n                <li style=\"display: none; width: 100%;\" class=\"slide-980 ms-image \" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" data-date=\"2025-02-26 21:01:16\" data-slide-type=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pikupihi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Picture58-281x80.jpg\" height=\"200\" width=\"700\" alt=\"\" class=\"slider-978 slide-980 msDefaultImage\" title=\"Picture58\" \/><\/li>\n                <li style=\"display: none; width: 100%;\" class=\"slide-981 ms-image \" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" data-date=\"2025-02-26 21:01:16\" data-slide-type=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pikupihi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/2023_1-500x142.jpg\" height=\"200\" width=\"700\" alt=\"\" class=\"slider-978 slide-981 msDefaultImage\" title=\"2023_1\" \/><\/li>\n                <li style=\"display: none; width: 100%;\" class=\"slide-982 ms-image \" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" data-date=\"2025-02-26 21:01:16\" data-slide-type=\"image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pikupihi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/465791307_3205831892890472_8573687360954745497_n-500x142.jpg\" height=\"200\" width=\"700\" alt=\"\" class=\"slider-978 slide-982 msDefaultImage\" title=\"465791307_3205831892890472_8573687360954745497_n\" \/><\/li>\n            <\/ul>\n        <\/div>\n        \n    <\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>We work to bridge resource gaps in rural Sri Lankan schools by identifying critical needs and <strong>coordinating donor support<\/strong> for procurement or construction projects. By improving school infrastructure and resources, we create better learning environments and opportunities for students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:20px\"><a><\/a>Our efforts to date have included:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83c\udfeb <strong>Building Construction<\/strong> \u2013 Constructing new <strong>school buildings<\/strong> to expand learning spaces.<br>\ud83d\udebb <strong>Hygienic Toilets<\/strong> \u2013 Installing <strong>sanitary toilet facilities<\/strong> to promote health and hygiene.<br>\ud83d\udd06 <strong>Solar Lighting<\/strong> \u2013 Providing <strong>solar-powered lights<\/strong> for students in areas without electricity.<br>\ud83d\udca7 <strong>Clean Water Access<\/strong> \u2013 Setting up <strong>RO water filtration systems<\/strong> in schools.<br>\ud83c\udfb6 <strong>Music &amp; Arts Support<\/strong> \u2013 Supplying <strong>musical instruments and band costumes<\/strong> for school programs.<br>\ud83e\ude91 <strong>Educational Furniture<\/strong> \u2013 Donating <strong>desks, chairs, and other essentials<\/strong> for schools and vocational training centres.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Through these initiatives, we ensure that students have the <strong>basic facilities<\/strong> needed to learn, grow, and thrive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Click <a href=\"https:\/\/pikupihi.org\/category\/providing-essential-facilities-to-students\/\">HERE <\/a>to learn more about specific projects<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details has-regular-font-size is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\" style=\"text-transform:none\"><summary><\/summary>\n<p><\/p>\n<\/details>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Pirunu Kusak \u2013 Pirunu Hisak (A Full Stomach &#8211; A Full Mind) School Food Assistance Program (SFP) The School Food Assistance Program (SFP) improves nutrition and learning opportunities for children in underprivileged Sri Lankan schools by providing nutritious lunches. 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