Velaa Private Island Maldives, renowned for its unparalleled luxury, has once again demonstrated its commitment to social responsibility by donating a total of MVR 500,000 to two notable non-profit organizations in Male. The philanthropic act, which took place on May 16, marks the continuation of the resort’s annual giving drive and serves as a celebration of the year’s promising start.
Cancer Society of Maldives (CSM) and Autism Society of Maldives will each receive MVR 250,000 as part of Velaa’s ongoing philanthropy program, recognizing the resort’s dedication to improving the lives of Maldivians nationwide. I support it. In addition, Velaa plans to extend its support to the Manadu Amaan Vesi Center, which has been providing care for 13 girls under state protection since 2022.
The donations allocated to the Manadu Amaan Vesi Center will be allocated to two different projects aimed at improving the comfort and development of children. First, conference rooms will be renovated and transformed into multifunctional spaces where girls can work on homework, attend online medical appointments, and explore their creativity through activities such as music and art. Next, plans are underway to revitalize the landscape and create an outdoor library with benches and sofas to create a conducive environment for learning. In addition, a garden will be maintained so that children can grow their own plants and vegetables and enrich their culinary skills.
Mr. Wayne Milgate, General Manager of Velar Private Island Maldives, expressed his gratitude for the valuable support he has received over the years and expressed his pleasure to once again serve the Maldivian community. He praised the achievements of the recipient organizations and their positive impact on local communities, and highlighted Velaa’s commitment to bringing about meaningful change.
Maldives Autism Society was founded by Ilham Hussain in 2010 and currently serves over 170 children with autism. Their curriculum focuses on functional academics (literacy, numeracy, IT), life skills (independence, mental health) and aesthetics (music, art, sports) to promote holistic development and self-expression.
The Maldives Cancer Society is a national community-based (non-profit/non-governmental) organization established with the aim of reducing the incidence and impact of cancer in the Maldives. CSM contributes to enhancing the experience of people fighting cancer by raising awareness about cancer, providing support, and distributing information and resources.
Manadu Amaan Vesi Center provides a nurturing environment where children can receive a structured education and grow surrounded by a sense of family. The girls remain at the center until they reach adulthood or until their families can take over their care. Throughout their lives there, children attend school with their peers until graduation. The children receive valuable online support from specialists based in Male, and although their basic needs are covered by government grants, they rely on donations to fund additional extra-curricular activities. Masu.
Located among the islands that make up Noonu Atoll in the Maldives, Velaa Private Island takes exclusivity to the next level with amenities and services that go beyond traditional resorts. Designed by award-winning Czech architect Petr Kolar as an “elegant fusion of Maldivian culture and contemporary luxury, intimate with the nuances of the Maldives”, Velar Private Island brings Maldives “beyond luxury” It’s a dream come true to create a luxury boutique retreat. Velar means “turtle” in the local language and is named after the generations of sea turtles that gather there to nest and hatch. From the wider “bird’s eye view” that greets those arriving by seaplane, the island’s luxury water villas are also built so that the island forms the body, resembling a turtle’s head. The resort consists of his 47 private villas, residences and luxury residences. Although 18 of the 47 properties are built over the water, the Romantic Pool Residences can only be accessed by boat, providing even more privacy and exclusivity.
