Why Support HON?

HON, though a relatively small organisation, makes a significant impact on the lives of the children supported by our programs. Reasons to support HON include:

1. Volunteer based:

Help Orphans Now is entirely volunteer-run, ensuring your support directly benefits children in need rather than administrative costs. HON is run by a group of volunteers committed to making a difference, some being significant donors themselves. This means they are just as invested in ensuring projects are well-managed and accountable as any other donor.

2. Minimal overheads:

With no operational expenses such as maintenance of an office or staff, more of your donations go where they matter most — on the ground, supporting children and families. The only costs are unavoidable service fees of 7% payable to Global Development Group, who facilitate tax deductibility for donations to HON, audit fees, and bank charges for international transfers.

3. Caring home environments:

HON orphanages are run by passionately dedicated wardens, some of whom have been orphans themselves. They create a warm and caring home that has a 'family feel' rather than an institutionalised atmosphere, so each child receives individual care and support.

4. Focus on education:

We prioritise education as the most powerful tool to break the cycle of poverty and create lasting change.

5. Child probation compliance:

All our orphanages are regularly checked by child probation officers who have consistently reported favourably on the management.. In addition, HON partners in Sri Lanka visit the homes regularly, check accounts and report back to HON on a bi-annual basis.

6. Responsive to local need:

Programs are designed in collaboration with local communities to meet real, evolving needs—not assumptions..

HON is kept up to date with news about the children, their achievements and progress, as well as their needs and problems, and is able to respond in a timely manner.

7. First-hand reporting from HON board members:

Our board and other members regularly visit and report directly from project sites, offering genuine insight into the impact of your support. Some have stayed in the homes themselves to experience first hand how they are run and what improvements can be made.

8. Financial transparency and audited accounts:

We maintain full financial transparency, with audited accounts available to ensure every dollar is accounted for.. All HON accounts are audited by Frost Crane, independent auditors, and reports are submitted annually.

9. Trustworthy local partners:

We work hand-in-hand with reputable, community-based partners in Sri Lanka who know the local context and are deeply committed to change.

10. Proven track record of educational and vocational success:

Our programs have consistently delivered real outcomes, from school achievement to vocational training that leads to employment. Since HON was founded, our orphanages and projects have facilitated consistent funding for and catered to the needs of hundreds of children.