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The ORAUK supports large variety of projects that benefit Royal College and its old boys community in the UK.

These projects include :

  • scholarship programs
  • sports
  • infrastructure development projects

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Current Projects

Discover a range of ongoing projects benefitting Royal College. From scholarships to construction, cultural programs, and fundraising initiatives – witness the impact of our collective efforts.

Powering the Automobile Association of Royal College

In early 2025, ORAUK was approached by a dedicated group of students and motor enthusiasts with a proposal to repair and refurbish a 15-seater minivan at Royal College. Recognizing the value of the initiative, the Committee approved financial support for the project. The refurbishment was commendably managed by the students, and the vehicle has now been successfully reintegrated into the Royal College fleet.
Date of Completion December 31, 2025

Propping up Royal Rugby

Royal Rugby has consistently benefited from the support of ORAUK, with the teams continually meeting and exceeding expectations. Since 2010, Royal College has secured the league championship title six times. Notably, the Bradby Shield was retained for ten consecutive years from 2015 to 2024. Although the team experienced a setback in 2024, losing the Shield, they made a remarkable comeback in 2025—defeating league champions Trinity College and reclaiming the title against all odds.
Date of Completion December 31, 2025

ORAUK adds a punch to Royal Boxing.

It is heartening to see the Royal boxers winning the 100th Stubbs shield few years ago. This is the 19th time Royal has won the shield, which no other schools in the country has achieved in Stubbs Shield boxing. For the past two years in 2024 and 2025, Royal has been the runner-up in the Stubbs Shield competition, and they are aiming to win it next year.
Date of Completion October 10, 2012

Completed Projects

Explore completed projects that have made a lasting impact on Royal College. Witness the positive changes we’ve achieved together.

Refurbishment of Chemistry Labs

Refurbishment of Chemistry Laboratories Over the past two years, ORAUK has contributed GBP 6,750 toward the refurbishment of two Chemistry laboratories at Royal College, as part of a total budget of approximately GBP 20,000. These labs had remained unchanged for over 25 years and posed significant safety risks. One laboratory was fully upgraded with state-of-the-art facilities, making it the first of its kind among Sri Lankan schools. The second laboratory underwent essential improvements, including repairs to teak tables, installation of new safety features, updated flooring, and fresh paint—ensuring a safer and more modern learning environment for students.
Date of Completion

Batting for Royal Cricket and Royal Cricketers

ORAUK has been a sponsor of Royal Cricket by way of providing necessary infrastructure and equipments, and also sponsored several Royal Cricketers to participate in league cricket within the UK, giving them valuable experience with English playing conditions. Players such as Randev Pathirana, Thiran Dhanapala, Chamika Karunaratne, Himesh Ramanayake, Devind Pathmanathan, Dasis Manchanayake and Kavindu Madarasinhe were selected based on their achievements in school cricket and have benefited from this initiative. Additionally, ORAUK continues to support Royal Cricket by providing current College cricketers with essential equipment including bowling machines, cricket bats, balls, helmets, and more.
Date of Completion May 12, 2019

Refurbishment of Chemistry Labs

The labs had not been refurbished for more than 25 years and were in a dire state where the safety of the schoolboys was at risk.
Date of Completion November 2, 2017

Royal College Sports Complex (Sky Pavilion)

This has increased the seating capacity at the stadium by 2500, enabling approximately, 18,000 people to witness Rugby and football matches.
Date of Completion March 16, 2012

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