Who we are
Peoples Hands Organization is a community-focused nonprofit working to support vulnerable and underserved communities in Sri Lanka. Our work focuses on education, clean water and WASH, sustainable livelihoods, youth development, women's empowerment, and emergency relief. We seek to connect community needs with practical projects, responsible partnerships, and measurable outcomes.
Our mission
Our mission is to support communities facing social, educational, economic, and humanitarian challenges by developing practical initiatives that improve opportunities, wellbeing, and resilience.
Our vision
We envision communities where children can access education, families can access essential services, and people have opportunities to build safer, more sustainable livelihoods.
Where we work
Peoples Hands Organization is based in Eastern Sri Lanka, with a focus on communities in Trincomalee District and surrounding areas where our projects and partnerships are active. Our work may include communities in:
What we do
Supporting learning opportunities and educational assistance.
Supporting safe water, sanitation, and hygiene initiatives.
Supporting skills, income-generation, and economic opportunities.
Supporting education, skills, and meaningful participation.
Supporting women's skills, livelihoods, and economic participation.
Supporting vulnerable households and communities during emergencies.
Our community-based approach
We aim to understand community needs before developing projects. Our project approach can include:
Governance & accountability
Peoples Hands Organization is committed to responsible organizational management and transparent communication with communities, supporters, and partners.
Verified governance structure and governing-body information: To be confirmed
Registration & legal information
Our team
Our team brings together people involved in community development, programme management, partnerships, and organizational administration.
Meet Our Team →Reports & transparency
We are developing an accessible library of organizational and project information so supporters can understand our activities and impact.
View Reports →Partner with us
Organizations interested in supporting community development initiatives in Sri Lanka can explore partnership opportunities with us.
Partner With Us →Get involved
Orphan sponsorship, food distribution, or emergency cyclone relief — you'll know exactly where it goes.
Cover a year of education costs through our orphan care programme in Kuchchaveli Division.
Foundations, INGOs, and CSR programmes — join partners like Islamic Relief Sri Lanka and UN Women.
Following and sharing our appeals helps us reach more donors quickly during emergencies.
Based in Trincomalee District or the Eastern Province? We welcome on-the-ground help.
