The Association of Old Anandians in the United Kingdom

ආනන්ද විද්‍යාලීය ආදි ශිෂ්‍ය සංගමය එක්සත් රාජධානිය

The Association of Old Anandians in the United Kingdom

ආනන්ද විද්‍යාලීය ආදි ශිෂ්‍ය සංගමය එක්සත් රාජධානිය

Celebrating Tradition, Building Bonds

Discover the heartbeat of our UK Anandian community through cultural festivals, sports tournaments, social gatherings, and charitable initiatives.

Ananda College

Ananda College – A Legacy of Excellence

Named after Arahath Ananda, the esteemed primary attendant and principal disciple of Gautama Buddha, Ananda College stands as the premier Buddhist school in Sri Lanka. Founded in 1886, the college was established through a movement initiated by Colonel Henry Steele Olcott, an American citizen and a founding member of the Theosophical Society of New York. Since its inception, Ananda College has been a beacon of education, discipline, and Buddhist values, shaping generations of leaders and scholars.

Ananda College OLD Boys Association

Old Anandians (UK) – Strengthening Bonds

The Ananda Old Anandians Association UK (AOA UK) was founded in 1982 by past pupils of Ananda College who had settled in the United Kingdom. The association was formed with a commitment to supporting and promoting the educational, religious, and sports activities of the college, fostering goodwill among members, and maintaining a strong sense of unity within the Anandian community in the UK.

AOA UK actively engages in various initiatives to uphold the traditions of Ananda College while working towards the welfare of Old Anandians in the UK. Through networking events, charity programs, and cultural activities, the association ensures that the Anandian spirit continues to thrive beyond Sri Lanka, strengthening the bonds among its members and contributing positively to the wider community.

Our Vision

A thriving global Anandian family, where every member is supported, every tradition cherished, and every contribution strengthens the legacy of Ananda College for generations to come.

Our Mission

To unite and empower Old Anandians in the UK by preserving the values of Ananda College—excellence, integrity, and service. Through scholarships, alumni support, and cultural initiatives, we foster lifelong connections, uplift our community, and give back to our alma mater and society.

Aims & Activities

Together in Service: Strengthening the Anandian Legacy

Join us in turning Anandian values into action. Explore how we’re making a difference—and how you can be part of it.

Scholarships for Students

Investing in the future by providing financial aid to deserving students at Ananda College, ensuring access to quality education and upholding our legacy of excellence.

Donations to School

Supporting our alma mater’s infrastructure, resources, and programs to nurture the next generation of Anandian leaders and innovators.

Alumni Assistance Programs

Offering a safety net for Old Anandians in the UK through financial aid, career support, and community care—because no Anandian stands alone.

Charity & Volunteer Initiatives

Mobilizing the Anandian spirit of service through fundraising, volunteering, and outreach to uplift both our community and wider society.

Committee Members

Office Bearers for the AOA UK 2025/26

Sarath Katangodage

President

Ajantha Weerasekara

Secretary

Salinga Gunasekara

Treasurer

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