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Trail 2011 brought together over 30,000 supporters on a 670 km walk across Sri Lanka, raising US$10 million to build the Tellippalai Trail Cancer Hospital in Jaffna. Opened in 2014, the hospital has treated over one million patients, marking a significant milestone in Colours of Courage Trust’s mission to improve access to cancer care.

Trail 2011

Tellipalai Trail Cancer Hospital

The 120-bed Tellippalai Trail Cancer Hospital in Jaffna has treated over 800,000 patients since opening in 2014.The facility includes:

  • Dedicated male and female wards
  • Chemotherapy unit
  • Iodine treatment unit
  • Mobile X-ray unit
  • LINAC Centre

The hospital has become an integral part of Sri Lanka’s healthcare system, bringing essential cancer treatment closer to patients and offering renewed hope to individuals and families affected by can

Continued Commitment

Colours of Courage remained committed to ensuring the long-term sustainability and quality of the facility through continuous upgrades, renovations, and maintenance.

Key investments made toward maintaining and improving the hospital include:

  • 1st Renovation (2018): LKR 10 million
  • 2nd Renovation (2024): LKR 17 million
  • Janitorial Services (26 months): LKR 19.5 million

The Tellippalai Trail Cancer Hospital stands today as a powerful symbol of unity, resilience, compassion, and hope demonstrating what is possible when Sri Lankans from all communities come together for a common cause.