This is an URGENT appeal for funds to feed some of the 270,000 people who have fled to Mannar (in the North East of Sri Lanka) from Vanni. After the conclusion of the war in Vanni, 270,000 people have arrived in the already crowded towns of Vavuniya and Mannar. These people are held in 5 army run camps without basic facilities to sustain a life with dignity. These people have not eaten for many days. They have not changed clothing for more than one month. Our partners (Destitute Welfare Fund) in Mannar are left with the task of giving food to some of these unfortunate victims of the war. Arobanam Children Fund has been asked to help. With our limited resources, currently we have agreed to take responsibility to feed 5,000 people for an indefinite period depending on your generosity. This is an appeal to you, our patrons of ACF, to donate as much as you can so that we can help these people who are undergoing such a terrible ordeal. Children are worse affected in this tragedy. Please help us to do much as we can and tell your friends to do the same by supporting us and any other reliable organisations involved in helping these people in the North-East of the Island. We are also working closely with the ICRC (International Committee of the Red Cross) to help some children who have lost both parents in this tragic war. Arobanam is well placed with our Sponsorship Scheme to implement this. Donating through Just Giving is quick, easy and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to support ACF as we will receive your money instantly, and more importantly if you are a UK taxpayer, Just Giving ensures 25% in Gift Aid, plus a 3% supplement, are added to your donation.
