GABRIEL'S CHARITY AUCTION

Fundraiser in aid of Rescue Animals Sri Lanka where Fashion, Art, and Compassion come together.

- BY TINA EDWARD GUNAWARDHANA

For over 25 years, Rescue Animals Sri Lanka (RAS) has stood as a beacon of compassion for the voiceless. The driving force behind the organisation is Anusha David, who began her animal welfare journey at just eight years old when she rescued two flea-ridden pups on her way to school and hid them in her class handwork cupboard. What began as a childhood act of kindness has since grown into a lifelong mission of advocacy for all creatures-dogs, cats, elephants, monkeys, farm animals, birds, and reptiles.

Today, the RAS shelter in Sri Lanka houses 92 dogs and 18 cats, lovingly cared for by three full-time staff members. Beyond sheltering, RAS campaigns for animal rights across the board, speaking for the voiceless and giving dignity to animals in distress. This enormous effort is funded entirely through donations, partnerships, and special events like the upcoming Gabriel's Charity Auction.