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The 11th Dialog Club Vision Rotary Par 3 Golf Classic, organised by the Rotary Club of Colombo Metropolitan (RCCM) in partnership with title sponsor Dialog Club Vision, will take place at the Royal Colombo Golf Club (RCGC) on Saturday, 24 October 2026.
What sets the Rotary Par 3 Golf Classic apart is its distinctive tournament format: the Club’s traditional 18-hole course is transformed into a par-54 layout, with every hole played as a par 3. This unique format challenges golfers to demonstrate precision, distance control and skill around the greens, while offering an exciting opportunity for a birdie or even a hole-in-one on every hole. The tournament has become a much-anticipated fixture on the golfing calendar, combining competitive play with the chance to support meaningful charitable causes. Players will compete in two sessions, teeing off at 7:00 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.
Over the years, the Rotary Par 3 Golf Classic has grown into one of RCCM’s flagship fundraising initiatives, supporting projects that extend beyond the golf course and make a tangible difference in communities across Sri Lanka. Through its charitable activities, RCCM has supported paediatric heart surgeries, critical medical equipment for hospitals, programs for children with disabilities, educational initiatives and community welfare projects.
Commenting on the club’s positive impact, Rotary Club of Colombo Metropolitan President Joevinie Machado said: “As we celebrate the eleventh edition of the Rotary Par 3 Classic, we are reminded that this tournament is about much more than golf. It represents what can be achieved when individuals, businesses and communities come together with a shared commitment to making a difference. The funds raised have helped us support life-saving healthcare for children and sustain several other community projects. We are deeply grateful to Dialog Club Vision, the Royal Colombo Golf Club, our corporate partners and the golfers who have continued to support this initiative. Their generosity enables us to turn a day of sporting camaraderie into meaningful and lasting change.”
Children’s healthcare remains a central focus of RCCM’s charitable work. Among its recent initiatives, the Club has supported the purchase of a paediatric ultrasound scanner valued at Rs. 3.5 million for the General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University Hospital and the donation of a portable, reusable video laryngoscope to Lady Ridgeway Hospital to assist medical teams in managing paediatric airways. The club has also supported improvements to critical care facilities at Lady Ridgeway Hospital through a Rs. 27.6 million contribution towards advanced patient monitoring equipment, transport modules, capnography equipment and specialised accessories for intensive care and high-dependency units. These investments are intended to strengthen the hospital’s capacity to monitor and care for critically ill infants and children.
Royal Colombo Golf Club Captain Mahela Jayawardena, Bank of Ceylon Chief Marketing Officer Sameera Liyanage, Rotary Club of Colombo Metropolitan President Joevinie Machado and Project Chair Suresh Ganeshan
Through its Two Hearts Children’s Heart Surgery Project, RCCM is also working to improve access to life-saving cardiac surgery for underprivileged children diagnosed with atrial and ventricular septal defects. The initiative, with Rs. 15 million in funding support, aims to reduce waiting times by facilitating surgeries at selected private hospitals, in coordination with the relevant healthcare authorities.
Beyond healthcare, RCCM continues to support a range of community initiatives, including its annual Sunshine Games for children with disabilities, educational assistance and feeding programmes for vulnerable children. These projects reflect the Club’s broader commitment to creating opportunities and improving the well-being of underserved communities.
Dialog Axiata Chief of Group Customer Experience Ayomal Gunasekera said the tournament’s run demonstrates the wider power of sport: “Dialog Club Vision is proud to support both the Rotary Club of Colombo Metropolitan and the Rotary Par 3 Golf Classic as it marks its 11th edition. Having supported this initiative over the past nine years, and as title sponsor for the second consecutive year, we have witnessed the lasting impact that strong partnerships can create for communities across Sri Lanka. What makes this tournament truly special is that it brings together organisations and individuals around a shared purpose, transforming a sporting event into a platform for meaningful social impact. We are pleased to continue supporting efforts that expand access to healthcare and help create brighter futures for children and families.”
Asia Securities, is the Platinum Sponsor of the event. Commenting on this year’s sponsorship, which marks the sixth consecutive year of partnership with RCCM for the tournament, Asia Securities Executive Director Avancka Herat said, “We are pleased to continue our partnership with the Rotary Par 3 Classic 2026. We keep coming back to support this event as its contribution to the ‘Rotary for Little Hearts’ initiative closely aligns with Asia Securities’ vision of creating impact beyond our boundaries, and sharing our success with the broader community.” Asia Securities offers wealth management, equities, and investment banking services to a broad spectrum of institutional, high-net-worth, and retail clients. The firm has consistently been recognised as Sri Lanka’s #1 stockbroker for the 4th consecutive year.
As a key partner in the tournament’s ongoing success, the Royal Colombo Golf Club provides the setting for this annual sporting and fundraising initiative. Speaking on the occasion, Royal Colombo Golf Club Captain Mahela Jayawardena said: “The RCGC is honoured to partner with the RCCM for the eleventh consecutive year. Beyond driving impactful community work island-wide, the club is deeply committed to local outreach and uplifting the families within our extended staff and community, including providing school books for their children.”
Royal Colombo Golf Club Captain Mahela Jayawardena, Asia Securities Executive Director Avancka Herat, Rotary Club of Colombo Metropolitan President Joevinie Machado and Project Chair Suresh Ganeshan
Gold Partner Bank of Ceylon, supporting the tournament for the second year, reaffirmed its commitment to the community. Sameera Liyanage, Chief Marketing Officer of Bank of Ceylon, said: “As the economic driver of Sri Lanka, Bank of Ceylon believes our responsibility extends beyond banking. Through our ‘Beyond Banking’ commitment, we support initiatives in healthcare, education, sports and culture that enrich lives and strengthen communities. Our partnership with the Dialog Club Vision Rotary Par 3 Golf Classic reflects this commitment, particularly in supporting children’s healthcare and access to life-saving treatment. We believe investing in the health and well-being of our children is an investment in the future of our nation.”
The tournament is also supported by Technomedics, AppiGo and Würth, whose contributions, together with those of the principal partners and participating golfers, help sustain this annual fundraising initiative. As the Rotary Par 3 Golf Classic marks its eleventh edition, RCCM looks forward to building on the tournament’s legacy, strengthening its partnerships and continuing to channel the spirit of sport into meaningful support for children and communities across Sri Lanka.
- Pix by Lasantha Kumara
Royal Colombo Golf Club Captain Mahela Jayawardena, Dialog Axiata Chief of Group Customer Experience Ayomal Gunasekera, Rotary Club of Colombo Metropolitan President Joevinie Machado and Project Chair Suresh Ganeshan
