Samuth Sandaruwan Fernando (aged 10) residing at 416, Samudrasena Road,  Angulana,  Moratuwa is suffering from T-Lymphoblastic Leukemia (T-ALL) and has been treated at the Maharagama Cancer Hospital and then at Lanka Hospitals under Dr.Saman Hewamanna, at which point it was advised that he receive continuous treatment for three years.

However, the cost of the treatment is Rs. 40 lakhs and Rs. 8 lakhs are needed upfront. Samuth’s parents face severe financial constraints as his father does not have a stable job. They are appealing to kind donors to contribute whatever funds they can in order to save their son’s life.

Please send donations to : People’s Bank ( Mount Lavinia), Account Number – 336-2-001-7-0009375

For more details please contact: 0722 187912

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