We are pleased to say that the event is organised by the rightful international body. Unfortunately, the ride was interrupted by one of the former volunteers who helped conduct rides in the past. He applied for an injunction preventing us from using the name and logo of the ride, as he and another person had previously applied for this logo in Sri Lanka. Their application was opposed by the charity in January 2026 on the basis that the charity's trustees have a duty to protect its intangible assets. Nevertheless, that individual applied for an ex parte interim injunction on 10th March, and the order was served only on the 11th in mid-afternoon — whereas the first day of the ride had already concluded. The organising committee and the entire group of riders met on the first evening of the ride to discuss this order, and it was unanimously agreed to comply. The ride continued with the contested logo covered and was renamed as the "10th Anniversary Ride". A new banner was printed, and the ride concluded successfully under the new name.

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Toronto Charity Bike Ride 2026: 35 Riders, One Purpose

A Celebration of Cycling, Community, Charity and Togetherness Toronto, Canada – 20 September 2026:The spirit of Ride for Ceylon came alive in Toronto as 35 enthusiastic riders came together for the Toronto Charity Bike Ride 2026 at Rouge Hill GO Station North Parking. More than just a cycling event, the ride was a celebration of

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Ride for Ceylon Marks a Decade of Purpose with 10th Anniversary Ride Announcement & Press Conference

Colombo, Sri Lanka – 25 November 2025: A decade of determination, friendship and charitable action was celebrated on Tuesday, 25 November 2025, as Ride for Ceylon officially announced its landmark 10th Anniversary Ride in support of the historic Manipay Green Memorial Hospital. The press conference, held at Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo, brought together representatives of Ride

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The Green Memorial Hospital (GMH)

The Green Memorial Hospital (GMH), is the most valuable medical-related charity project in Sri Lanka. GMH is a medical heritage of Ceylon, based on the fact that this facility was established in 1848 by the American Doctor Samuel Fiske Green as the first Teaching Hospital for Western medicine in British Ceylon, and the second oldest

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Our Sponsors, Our Strength: Honouring Partners in Progress

Riding with Purpose: The Journey Behind Ride for Ceylon Every year, cyclists from around the world come together for a purpose greater than sport to heal, to rebuild, and to ride for change. Ride for Ceylon is a three-day, 450-kilometer charity cycling event that travels from Colombo to Jaffna, raising funds to restore the historic

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What to Expect: Ride for Ceylon 2026 Essentials

What to Expect: Ride for Ceylon 2026 Essentials Ride for Ceylon 2026 is more than a cycling event, it’s a meaningful journey of endurance, camaraderie, and impact. Over the course of three days (4th to 6th July 2026), participants will cycle 450 kilometers from Colombo to Jaffna, traversing Sri Lanka’s diverse landscapes while raising funds

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The story of GMH

The Heart of Jaffna’s Medical Heritage: The Enduring Legacy of GMH Nestled in the quiet town of Manipay, in Sri Lanka’s Jaffna Peninsula, the Manipay Green Memorial Hospital (GMH) stands as a testament to enduring humanitarian service and medical excellence. Founded in 1847 by Dr. Samuel Fisk Green, a visionary American missionary doctor, the hospital

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