To be a haven of
unconditional love and
holistic development.
Welcome to St. Vincent's Home, Maggona. Serving Sri Lanka's children, youth, and elderly since 1881.
To be a haven of
unconditional love and
holistic development.
Welcome to St. Vincent's Home, Maggona. Serving Sri Lanka's children, youth, and elderly since 1881.
To be a haven of
unconditional love and
holistic development.
Welcome to St. Vincent's Home, Maggona. Serving Sri Lanka's children, youth, and elderly since 1881.

Welcome to St. Vincent’s Home

Founded in 1881 by Fr. Luigi Piccinelli, St. Vincent’s Home, Maggona, stands as one of Sri Lanka’s oldest Catholic institutions. It has been diligently managed by the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate since 1884.

What began as an orphanage quickly grew to incorporate an industrial school and a juvenile reformatory. Today, we are a multi-faceted center dedicated to the Oblate Charism of “evangelizing the poor and the most abandoned.” Our service now extends across generations, supporting children, youth, as well as the elderly.

Our Vision

To be a haven of unconditional love and holistic development where every individual, from child to elder, is embraced with dignity, nurturing the future of our nation and inspiring hope through service and spiritual growth.

Our Mission

St. Vincent’s Home is committed to embodying the spirit of Christ by prioritizing the protection, education and development of destitute children; providing dignified care and companionship for the elderly; animating the youth who come to us to be better citizens and offering pilgrims a space for spiritual nourishment through our Calvary Shrine.

Our Core Ministries

“Our mission extends across generations. We are dedicated to providing a loving home for children, empowering youth with skills for the future, offering dignified care for the elderly, and nourishing the spiritual lives of all who come to us.”

Ministry for Children & Youth

We provide a safe, structured home and essential life skills for children at our Susithodaya Child Development Centre, offer specialized vocational training at our St. Vincent’s Technical School, and foster leadership at the Mazenod Youth Centre.

Ministry for the Elderly

We offer a haven of peace and dignity for senior citizens. Our St. Vincent’s Elders’ Home serves low-income individuals, while our St. Vincent’s Residencies provide a supportive, tranquil environment for retired couples and individuals.

Ministry of Spiritual Upliftment

We welcome thousands of pilgrims annually to the National Calvary Shrine, Sri Lanka’s oldest calvary, established in 1900. Our “Welcome House” Retreat Centre also offers a tranquil space for prayer, meditation, and reflection.

News and Events

Sustainability Projects

Candle Workshop

Our on-site Candle Workshop is one of our flagship sustainability initiatives, blending traditional craft with social enterprise. This workshop provides valuable vocational training and dignified employment for our residents. Every candle purchased from our “Vincent’s Home Products” line directly supports our ministries, transforming a simple flame into a beacon of hope and opportunity for our community.

Plantations & Animal Husbandry

We embrace our stewardship of the land through active plantations and animal husbandry. Our agricultural projects serve a dual purpose: they provide fresh, organic produce and dairy for our residents’ kitchens, ensuring nutritious meals, and also teach valuable agricultural and animal care skills to the youth in our programs. This “farm-to-table” model helps us reduce costs and foster a deep connection to the environment.

Welfare Shop

The Welfare Shop is the central hub for our community’s daily needs and a showcase for our self-sustaining efforts. It serves our residents, staff, and visitors, offering essential goods alongside products made in-house, such as items from our Candle Workshop and fresh produce from our plantations. All proceeds are reinvested directly into our various ministries, making every purchase an act of support.

Conference Hall

Our Conference Hall is a modern, well-equipped facility available for hire to the public, schools, and other organizations. By offering this professional space for seminars, workshops, and events, we generate a vital income stream that directly funds our charitable activities. This project allows us to leverage our assets to ensure the long-term financial health and sustainability of St. Vincent’s Home.