Ridma 2026: An Evening of Sri Lankan Music & Culture

19 Saturday, September 19, 2026

🏛️ THE 3120, Norcross, GA

🎫 Early Bird Tickets — $40

🥘 Food Pre-Orders Now Open

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🙏 A Big Thank You to Our Ridma 2026 Sponsors!

We sincerely thank all our generous sponsors who have donated or pledged their support for Ridma 2026. Your contributions help make this event possible while supporting the charitable work of the Gift Sri Lanka Foundation. We are truly grateful for your generosity and belief in our mission.

Want to join them? Sponsoring Ridma 2026 is a wonderful way to support Sri Lankan culture and community while showcasing your brand to a passionate audience. Whether you'd like to donate or make a pledge, we'd love to have you on board.

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Join Us at RIDMA 2026!

An unforgettable evening of Sri Lankan music, dance, culture, and community awaits. Get your tickets today and be part of something truly special. Every ticket sold supports the charitable work of the Gift Sri Lanka Foundation.

🎫 Get Tickets — $40 🥘 Pre-Order Food

🎓 Student discounts available upon request

With appreciation,
Gift Sri Lanka Foundation & Ridma 2026 Organizing Committee

🗓️ Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
🏛️ Venue: THE 3120 — 3120 Crossing Park Northwest, Norcross, GA 30071

Cricket Tournament & Ridma 2026

Gift Sri Lanka Foundation is excited to announce two major upcoming community events. Join us to celebrate our culture, enjoy community activities, and support our ongoing charitable initiatives.

🏏 Sri Lankan Summer Picnic & Cricket Fest 2026

Sixes for Scholarships: Every Run Builds a Future.

Join us for a spectacular day of thrilling cricket matches, authentic Sri Lankan food, live entertainment, and unforgettable family fun. All proceeds from the event will support the Gift Sri Lanka Scholarship Fund, helping students achieve their educational dreams.

📅 Date: Saturday, June 27, 2026
⏱️ Time: 8:00 AM Onwards
📍 Location: Nickajack Park, Mableton, GA

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🎵 RIDMA 2026

The Wait Is Over… The Countdown to RIDMA 2026 Has Officially Begun!

Experience the magic of Sri Lankan culture through music, dance, entertainment, and extraordinary talent at our grand cultural showcase.

📅 Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026 
📍 Location: Alpharetta, GA

We are now officially opening performer registrations. If you have a talent and a passion to perform, gather your team, prepare your performance, and get ready to create an unforgettable night filled with energy, creativity, and cultural pride.

🌟 Sign Up to Perform

Sri Lanka Flood Relief 2025: Rebuild

From Emergency Relief to Rebuilding Lives

As we conclude the emergency relief phase of our response to the floods in Sri Lanka, we extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who stood with us during this critical time. Your generosity and compassion made an immediate impact, enabling us to transfer essential funds to the Government of Sri Lanka to support displaced families and help meet urgent needs on the ground. But recovery does not end with relief.

We are now entering the next chapter of our mission — the Rebuilding & Recovery of lives impacted by floods. This phase focuses on long-term healing: restoring livelihoods, rebuilding homes, strengthening infrastructure, and empowering communities to move forward with dignity and resilience. Fundraising will continue as we shift toward sustainable recovery. Every contribution made now goes directly toward a dedicated rebuilding project where help is urgently needed — not just to repair what was lost, but to create a stronger future. Together, we can turn relief into recovery, and loss into opportunity. Thank you for standing with Sri Lanka — not just in crisis, but in its journey toward renewal.

Your gift goes further: Gift Sri Lanka covers all administrative and transfer costs.

Fully tax-deductible: U.S. donors receive a receipt for 2025 taxes.

* Gift Sri Lanka Foundation transfers funds with NO fees deducted to maximize the relief efforts.

Rebuilding & Recovery Fund

This fund supports long-term recovery efforts including rebuilding homes, restoring schools, and helping communities recover stronger after the disaster.

🌱 Recovery Donation

Why Give Through Gift Sri Lanka Foundation?

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Trusted & Accountable

In partnership with Georgia Buddhist Vihara (www.gavihara.org). Funds are transferred directly to verified organizations in Sri Lanka.

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Tax Deductable

Gift Sri Lanka Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit in the United States. Contributions are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.

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Corporate Matching

Ability to double your impact through gift matching programs through your employer.

How to Double Your Impact with Corporate Matching?

Thousands of companies (Apple, Google, Microsoft, Coca-Cola, Bank of America, and many more) will match employee gifts.

• Step 1: Make your personal donation first using the buttons above.
• Step 2: Submit your gift to your company’s matching program.
• Step 3: Search for "GIFT SRI LANKA FOUNDATION INC" or by Tax ID/EIN: "992396515"
• Step 4: Add "Sri Lanka Flood Relief 2025" as additional designation (optional).
• Step 5: Add our email: info@giftsl.org to inform charity.
• Step 6: Contact us at info@giftsl.org if you need help – we will guide you through the process.

A simple five-minute matching request can double the impact of your generosity for families in Sri Lanka.

Give Hope & Restore Lives

"Hundreds of thousands have been displaced and are now living in temporary shelters. They are in urgent need of essential relief items. As we enter the month of November and December, a time when many practice generosity and giving, I kindly invite you to support Sri Lanka."

- Venerable Panamwela Wajirabuddhi Thera

🙏 Donate Now

The floods may have taken homes and livelihoods, but together we can help protect lives, ease suffering, and support Sri Lankan families as they rebuild. Your gift today, no matter the size, is a powerful act of love. Thank you for your extraordinary generosity. Together, we will help Sri Lanka rise again.

With deep gratitude,
Georgia Buddhist Vihara and Gift Sri Lanka Foundation.

Taste Sri Lankan Food, Support the Cause: GBV Food Fair 2025

Post-Event Report: GBV Sri Lankan Food Fair 2025

The Georgia Buddhist Vihara (GBV) sincerely thanks everyone who joined us for the GBV Sri Lankan Food Fair 2025. The event was a wonderful success, bringing together families, friends, and community members for a memorable day of authentic Sri Lankan cuisine and meaningful fellowship.

This year's Food Fair was organized as a fundraising effort in support of the Dharma Shaalawa and Buddha Mandhiraya Project, a vision to create a peaceful and welcoming space dedicated to Dhamma education, meditation programs, children's Sunday school, cultural activities, and community outreach. Through the generosity of attendees and supporters, the event made an important contribution toward advancing this project and strengthening our spiritual community.

Guests enjoyed a variety of traditional Sri Lankan dishes prepared with care by dedicated community volunteers. The atmosphere reflected the true spirit of togetherness, with people sharing meals, connecting with one another, and supporting a cause rooted in compassion and service.

We are deeply grateful to:

• All who attended and placed orders
• The volunteers who prepared food and supported operations throughout the day
• Donors and supporters who contributed even if they could not attend in person

Your support helps preserve a living Buddhist tradition and nurtures a compassionate, mindful community for current and future generations.

With gratitude,
Georgia Buddhist Vihara Community

Walampoori: Seven and Half Dreams

 

Walampoori: Seven and Half Dreams — a groundbreaking 2025 Sinhala thriller by Lakmal Darmarathna, produced by Asanka Dodantenna and Pradeep Perera. Released simultaneously across the globe, it shattered records with an opening day collection of Rs. 4 million, becoming the highest-grossing Sri Lankan film in history with Rs. 150 million worldwide in just three weeks!

Experience this cinematic masterpiece on November 2, 2025, from 2:30 - 5:30 PM at NCG Acworth 4421 Cinema Dr, Acworth, GA 30101, proudly brought to you by Gift Sri Lanka Foundation. Don’t miss the film that redefined Sri Lankan cinema!

Clarence-Rhythm of the Guitar

Clarence-Rhythm of the Guitar: A Cinematic Tribute to a Musical Legend was screened in Atlanta on September 21st at 2:30 PM at NCG Brookhaven. The film drew an enthusiastic audience from the Sri Lankan community and music lovers alike, celebrating the life and legacy of Clarence Wijewardena — the pioneering artist who revolutionized Sinhala music in the 1960s through his innovative use of the electric guitar.

Produced by Thusitha Wijayasena and directed by Theja Iddamalgoda, Clarence is more than a biographical retelling; it’s a heartfelt journey through an era that shaped Sri Lankan musical identity. With compelling performances by Damith Wijayathunga, Saranga Disasekara, and Nihari Perera, the film beautifully captures the emotional depth and creative spirit of a legend whose melodies continue to resonate across generations. 

 

Sri Lankan Cricket Fest 2025

 

Get ready for a day filled with thrilling softball cricket, delicious food, and family-friendly fun! Watch 12 dynamic men’s teams compete in an intense tournament for the championship trophy, and enjoy a special Women’s Match - celebrating talent, teamwork, and community spirit.

Event Details
🗓️ Date: Sunday, August 31st (Labor Day Weekend)
📍 Venue: Nickajack Park, Mableton, GA

Rani Movie - Atlanta Showing

Experience a Sri Lankan movie in Atlanta for the first time! Gift Sri Lanka Foundation proudly presents "Rani," a heartwarming, G-rated film perfect for the whole family. Every ticket directly supports our vital charity projects in Sri Lanka. Join us for a powerful movie night and make a real difference.

Maximize your brand exposure by sponsoring this event. Contact Ajith (770-545-9947) to discuss marketing opportunities.

• Date: April 27th Sunday, 4pm onwards
• Venue: NCG CINEMA - Acworth, 4421 Cinema Dr, Acworth, GA 30101

The Sri Lankan film industry has witnessed a remarkable addition with the release of Rani, directed by the acclaimed Asoka Handagama. This biographical drama thriller, which premiered on January 30, 2025, is based on the true story of Richard de Zoysa, a journalist and human rights activist who was tragically abducted and murdered in 1990. The film not only sheds light on the dark chapters of Sri Lanka's history but also highlights the indomitable spirit of his mother, Dr. Manorani Saravanamuttu, who fought tirelessly for justice.

Rani follows the poignant journey of Dr. Manorani Saravanamuttu as she navigates the harrowing aftermath of her son Richard's abduction. The film vividly depicts the political turmoil during the 1987–1989 JVP insurrection, showcasing the struggles faced by those seeking justice in a time of chaos and fear. Through powerful storytelling, the film captures the emotional depth of a mother's love and her relentless pursuit of truth.

Cast and Characters

The film features a stellar cast, with Swarna Mallawarachchi delivering a compelling performance as Manorani Saravanamuttu. Other notable actors include:

• Rehan Amaratunga as Richard de Zoysa
• Sanath Gunathilake as Lalith Athulathmudali
• Mayura Kanchana as Karu
• Sajitha Anthony as Gayan Priyantha
• Bimal Jayakody as Mahinda Rajapaksa

The ensemble cast brings the characters to life, adding depth and authenticity to the narrative.

Production Insights

Produced by Lyca Productions, Rani marks their debut in the Sri Lankan film industry. The film's production team includes:

• Director: Asoka Handagama
• Cinematographer: Channa Deshapriya
• Editor: Ravindra Guruge
• Music Director: Dr. Rohana Weerasinghe

The collaboration of these talented individuals has resulted in a visually stunning film, complemented by a moving soundtrack that enhances the emotional experience.

Ridma 2024

Previous Projects

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