Happy faces at the orphanage in Colombo!

Donated toys, all the way from the Netherlands, arrived in the hands of these happy orphans after a long journey by air and sea.

First they travelled by plane from Amsterdam to London as part of my regular luggage.

Then they stayed in London awaiting collection by the shipping company. Once collected they went on a 4 week journey by sea to Sri Lanka. Total transport costs: £5.-

Most orphans in Sri Lanka have little to no toys. The orphanages simply can’t afford them.

This particular donation consisted of toys for very young children which was an excellent fit for this orphanage.

At this Colombo based orphanage they have a special unit for babies and toddlers who could really do with toys.


The images on this page show us the effect the simple gesture of donating our used toys can have.

And toys are not the only way we can make a difference to the lives of others.

Coming to Sri Lanka on a responsible holiday, donating money or using easysearch and easyfundraising also greatly benefit those in need.

At LEO we welcome any ideas you have to put a smile on their face!

With many thanks to Mr. Laurent Koelink, director of Ensior BV (our major sponsor for an upcoming project), for donating these toys!

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