We are raising funds to support families affected by Cyclone Ditwarh in Heeloya and nearby villages in the Knuckles Region of Sri Lanka. Severe weather has disrupted livelihoods, damaged homes, and limited access to food and basic supplies.

Heeloya is a small, remote village in Sri Lanka’s Knuckles Region, where families live closely connected to the land through farming and traditional rural livelihoods. Surrounded by mountains and forests, the community depends on agriculture and nature for daily survival.

For years, Earth Trip has worked alongside Heeloya’s families, supporting them through responsible community tourism—sharing home-cooked meals, cultural experiences, and guiding hikes in the Knuckles. This partnership has provided vital income and dignity to the community.

The recent cyclone has destroyed access roads and devastated crops, cutting off food supplies and livelihoods. Families who were already vulnerable are now struggling to meet their most basic needs.

Your support can help provide urgent food relief and stand with this resilient community during a critical time.

Our immediate goal is to provide essential food assistance to the most affected 86 families, helping them meet basic nutritional needs while they recover.

Location: Heeloya & surrounding villages, Knuckles Region

Beneficiaries: ~86 families

Support Duration: 14 days+

Type of Support: Essential food supplies (dry rations)

Each family will receive a food pack containing:

Rice – 10 kg

White sugar – 1 kg

Flour – 2 kg

Dhal (lentil) – 1 kg

Big onions – 1 kg

Potatoes – 1 kg

Noodles – 2 packs

Tinned fish – 1 tin

Garlic – 250 g

Dry fish – 250 g

Soya meat – 2 packs

Biscuits - 2 Packs

500ml Cooking Oil

All items will be purchased locally to reduce logistical costs and support the regional economy.

Figures are based on current local market prices and logistics.

Cost per family: GBP £22

Total for 86 families: GBP £1,892