Netherlands Sri Lanka
“When a man is hungry you first give him fish, then provide a rod and teach him how to fish”

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About Havonos

The 2004 tsunami was the primary reason to establish the foundation Havonos. We learned many things about the background and culture after working closely together with the Sri Lankans through the years.

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Do you like our projects and are you considering becoming a donor? There are several ways to support our foundation financially. You can make a one-time or recurring donation.

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Since the foundation of Havonos in 2005, we have been able to carry out and fulfil many projects, including the renovation of the RCTM school in Nilaveli and the establishment of a sewing school.

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In tribute cor schouten

In tribute cor schouten

On 6th April we lost him: Cor Schouten – Co-Founder, Board-member, Former Treasurer and the quiet, strong force behind the Havonos Foundation.

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Light points on the horizon

Light points on the horizon

In northern Sri Lanka, many young people are traumatized by the misery of the tsunami and the war. They are brought up in a desolate and hopeless refugee…

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April 2026

April 2026

The first quarter of 2026 is already behind us. It was a period dominated by the aftermath of Cyclone Ditwah, which struck on 25 November 2025. We previously…

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