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Dushyanth Weeraman, Stephanie Siriwardhana, and Jeff Timmons - Founding Member of 98 Degrees performing together at the Gala
Guests and attendees
An evening that welcomed esteemed members of Sri Lanka’s arts and music community
Infinite Grace Foundation’s inaugural I SEE YOU Gala 2026 concluded as a sold-out philanthropic evening, raising funds through a live auction, pledges, ticket sales and donations from the night, with the live auction alone generating Rs. 2.6 million.
The Gala also marked the launch of the Foundation’s new website, providing a dedicated digital platform to connect audiences with its work, programs and impact.
The Gala demonstrated the value of bringing influential networks together around a shared social purpose. With over 300 guests from Sri Lanka’s business, diplomatic, cultural and philanthropic communities joining in support of the Foundation’s ongoing work across mental health, education, prison rehabilitation, second chances and community wellbeing.
A highlight of the program was the performance by Jeff Timmons, Stephanie Siriwardhana and Dushyanth Weeraman, who performed “We Are the World” in unison with members of the Junior Symphony Orchestra. The performance set the tone for an evening centred on compassion, unity and collective responsibility. Guests continued to be captivated by Yasas the Mentalist.
Later, Stephanie shared the personal healing journey behind her original song, I SEE YOU. Accompanied by members of the orchestra, her performance moved guests deeply, with many brought to tears.
The live jewellery auction featured four jewellery lots donated by Colombo Jewellery Stores, Abdeen Jewellers, Vogue Jewellers and Tiesh. A total of six auction lots, which also included a Guinness World Record-winning sensory panel from The Treehouse International and a one-of-a-kind commemorative plaque signed by the members of 98 Degrees and presented by Jeff Timmons, generated Rs. 2.6 million in total.
The Foundation thanked City Of Dreams, Coconut Rock Events, ITW, Universal Sounds, Homelands, 2nd Chance Flowers, Highbury Inc, Kingsman Suits, Boss, Signature, Yasansha Edirisinghe, Tiffany Chairs, Cha’s Organics, The Optimist, JMED, UpperClass Travel, Green Cabin, HardTalk and Pulse for their support.
The success of the sold-out Gala strengthens Infinite Grace Foundation’s platform for continued fundraising, partnerships and program development across Sri Lanka.
Stephanie Siriwardhana shares her personal journey and what led to the establishment of the Infinite Grace Foundation
