Bhante Uparatana joined the cornerstone-laying ceremony for a new International Buddhist Centre at the historic Viharagodayaya sacred site in Onegama, Polonnaruwa, where his foundation made an initial contribution towards creating a lasting place for worship, learning and compassionate community service.

Bhante Uparatana visited a Montessori school in Sri Lanka, where he offered blessings to the children and teachers. The visit brought together early learning and spiritual encouragement, reflecting the importance of nurturing kindness, respect and wholesome values from a young age.

Uparatana Paramitha Padanama marked an important step in establishing its future office in Sri Lanka with the unveiling and blessing of an installed Buddha image, bringing supporters together in gratitude and reaffirming the foundation’s commitment to compassionate service and welfare.

Most Venerable Katugastota Uparatana Thera presented a donation of US$17,000 to Sri Lankan Ambassador Mahinda Samarasinghe on behalf of the Maryland Sri Lankan community, in support of those affected by Cyclone Ditwah.

Through Uparatana Paramitha Padanama, Bhante Uparatana extended support to two families facing difficult housing conditions in Sri Lanka, funding a new roof for one household and committing assistance towards rebuilding another family’s home to provide greater safety, dignity and stability.

Uparatana Paramitha Padanama, founded and chaired by Bhante Uparatana, donated hospital equipment and patient-care supplies to Polpithigama Base Hospital in Sri Lanka, supporting patients and staff alike through a practical act of compassion, generosity and service to the wider community.

Bhante joined members of the Maha Sangha in Sri Lanka for the blessing and handover of Medirigiriya House, a newly built home for a family in need, reflecting the Buddhist values of compassion, generosity, dignity and service to the community.

Maryland Buddhist Vihara hosted a free community health screening in partnership with the Sri Lankan American Society for Health and the Health Betterment Initiative, offering preventive checks, laboratory services and practical health guidance to members of the local Sri Lankan community.