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Youth at the Heart of Growth

The LEAP Foundation is a non-profit organization focused on empowering Sri Lankan youth and driving national economic growth through a collaborative framework involving donors, universities, and employers. Its innovative scholarship model addresses gaps in higher education access caused by limited state university capacity and financial constraints, enabling students to learn, earn, and contribute to society. Through its scholarship program, the LEAP Foundation goes beyond funding education by transforming lives and fostering a sustainable ecosystem that benefits all stakeholders, including students, donors, and institutions. Join their mission to shape Sri Lanka's future by investing in its youth.

Strengthening Youth, Shaping Futures

Welcome To LEAP Foundation

The LEAP Foundation Scholarship Programme is not just about funding of education - it’s about transforming lives, building futures, and creating a collaborative eco-system that benefits students, donors, universities, and employers alike. Join us in shaping Sri Lanka’s future by empowering its youth.

Vision & Mission Statements

Vision

A thriving Sri Lanka driven by empowered youth, innovative solutions, and sustainable human capital development.

Mission

To empower Sri Lankan youth and drive sustainable growth by fostering collaboration, enhancing skills, and creating pathways for economic prosperity.

HumanCapital Development Framework

Stakeholders Of the framework

Students : deserving students who were unable to secure a position for themselves in a state university, and not having a conducive economic background to self finance their studies via private higher education.

Universities : reputed higher education institutions and universities that have entered into an agreement with the LEAP Foundation to offer placement for students at concessionary rates and flexible payment plans and study schedules.

Donors : individual or corporate donors who are willing to fund students for their higher education by making a monthly contribution for the entire period of study.

Employers : Companies partnering with the LEAP Foundation can employ students full-time while they study part-time or hire them after graduation. These employers may also act as donors, addressing recruitment and retention challenges through this collaboration.

LEAP
Scholarships

The Leap Scholarship is a groundbreaking initiative that provides financial support to talented, underprivileged students pursuing undergraduate studies. This program is uniquely designed as an interest-free loan, ensuring accessibility while promoting accountability.

Key Features:

  • Interest-Free Loan: Students receive funding during their studies, with repayments starting one year after graduation.
  • Flexible Repayment Plans: Repayments are made over five years in monthly installments.
  • Donor-Driven Model: Scholarships are funded by donors, who may be individuals or companies.

Key Features of LEAP
Scholarships

LEAP Scholarships are designed to empower underprivileged students by providing financial support to pursue higher education, unlocking opportunities for a brighter future.

Loan

Interest Free
Loan

Reypayment

Flexible Repayment
Plans

Donor

Donor Driven
Model

Numbers
That Tell Our
Story

50M
(LKR)

Initial
Endowment

50

Students
Funded

10

Study Locations
Countrywide

Scholarship
Request

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Donor
Registration

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Student Testimonial

I am truly grateful to the LEAP Foundation for granting me the incredible opportunity to pursue a British Degree in Business Administration. This remarkable initiative has been a turning point in my academic and professional journey.

Ruhini Danari

British Degree in Business Administration at London Metropolitan University(UK),

I am deeply thankful to the LEAP Foundation for granting me the opportunity to pursue a British Degree in Business Administration. This opportunity has been a life-changing experience for me.

Muhammed Raashid Munzeer

British Degree in Business Administration at London Metropolitan University(UK)