Beyond banking: People’s Bank’s ‘Mahajana Mehewara’ creating a positive change

People’s Bank’s ‘Mahajana Mehevara’ corporate social responsibility (CSR) program series has left a significant impact on communities by successfully completing various projects with the aim of addressing various social issues by leveraging the bank’s vast resources and network, has become synonymous with the bank’s commitment to community welfare.

A crowning achievement of the ‘Mahajana Mehewara’ CSR program is the successful empowerment of seven under-resourced schools through the supply of electricity via solar power in rural areas together with Manusath Derana. This milestone marked a significant stride in enhancing educational facilities and opportunities for countless students across the country. The beneficiaries, including Meemure Galamuduna Junior School, Meegahakiula, Kalukele Junior School Ratnapura, Ayagama, Dumbara Ellagawa, Dumbara No.2 Tamil Vidyalaya, Kebethigollawa, Ellawewa Muslim School, Bambare, Solepura Primary School, Mannar Gauriamman Government Tamil Mixed School and Galle Pitadeniya Maha Vidyalaya, now have access to a vital resource that opens new horizons for learning and development.

Also People’s Bank is proud to power the ‘Empowering Tomorrow’s Innovators: Youth Tech Skill Development Project’ in collaboration with Sarvodaya Fusion as the implementation partner. People’s Bank Chairman Sujeewa Rajapakse, expressed his pride in the bank’s achievements, stating: “The ‘Mahajana Mehevara’ program is a testament to our commitment to societal progress. We believe in not just banking but in making a positive impact on the lives of those we serve.”

Underlining this commitment, People’s Bank recently announced the sponsorship of a 1990 Suwa Seriya Ambulance, contributing to the ‘Adopt an Ambulance’ initiative by the 1990 Suwaseriya Foundation. Moreover, the bank had already donated three portable ultrasound scanners, valuing over 10 million rupees, to combat the challenges posed by the Covid-19 pandemic in National Hospitals across Colombo, Kandy, and Jaffna.

The commitment to community welfare is further reflected in the completion of essential renovation works at De Soysa Maternity Hospital, Borella, and Castle Street Hospital for Women in Borella. These initiatives highlight the bank’s focus on improving healthcare facilities for the comfort and care of patients.

People’s Bank CEO/GM Clive Fonseka, emphasised the significance of these initiatives, stating: “As one of the leading banks in the country, we consider it our responsibility to support Sri Lankans in the areas of education, healthcare, environment and culture. Our commitment extends beyond banking, aiming for holistic community upliftment.”

As a responsible financial institution, People’s Bank takes a stride towards environmental sustainability. The bank actively participates in cleaning polluted beaches nationwide and contributes to making the planet greener by planting a sapling for every 100 Likes on its Facebook page.

In its unwavering support for cultural and religious events, People’s Bank has yet again come forward to sponsor the historical Kandy Esala Perahera. The bank’s engagement in meritorious deeds in Anuradhapura, including an Alms Giving (Heel Dāna) to over 25,000 devotees, showcases its dedication to cultural preservation and community well-being. Also People’s Bank Buddhist Association, Hindu Association, Muslim Majlis, and Christians Guild conduct various CSR activities.

The ‘Mahajana Mehewara’ program extends to the bank’s branches, actively carrying out various social service activities, further cementing People’s Bank as a responsible financial institution deeply connected to the communities it serves. As People’s Bank continues these CSR initiatives, the hope is to further enrich the lives of their customers and contribute positively to the well-being of the community. The bank remains steadfast in its commitment to being a strong and reliable partner for the people it serves.