The college's new Toyota Coaster bus parked in front of the Azhar College campus, palm trees lining the driveway

FUNDRAISING PROJECT • INVESTING IN BRIGHTER JOURNEYS

A New Bus for Our College

A safer, more reliable and comfortable journey for our students — today and for generations to come.

TARGET

Rs 5M

RECEIVED

Rs 0

VERIFIED PLEDGES

Rs 0

UNVERIFIED PLEDGES

Rs 0

ADDITIONAL PLEDGES NEEDED

Rs 5M

RECEIVED
VERIFIED
UNVERIFIED
TOTAL TARGET

CAMPAIGN ENDS IN

78DAYS
19HOURS
38MINUTES
18SECONDS

Campaign Overview

Investing in Brighter Journeys

A safer, more reliable and comfortable journey for our students — today and for generations to come.

The Need

Why a New Bus?

  • Safe & Comfortable Transit

    Safe, reliable, dedicated & comfortable transportation tailored specifically for our students.

  • Reduce Maintenance Costs

    Eliminate heavy, recurring repair and maintenance overheads of aging transport alternatives.

  • Overcome Operational Limits

    Resolve current capacity shortages, delays, and scheduling constraints for school events.

  • Sustainable Long-term Solution

    An enduring institutional asset that serves Azhar College students for decades ahead.

Proposed Vehicle

Toyota

COASTER

Premium 29-Passenger Coach Built for Durability

Seating Capacity

29 Passengers

Spacious & ergonomic layout

Engine

4.0L Turbo Diesel

4-Cylinder High-Torque Performance

Engine Displacement

4,009 cc

Fuel-efficient & long-range reliability

Key Advantages

Why Toyota Coaster?

  • Spacious & Comfortable

    Wide cabin with ample headroom, legroom, and generous luggage space for school activities.

  • Full Air Conditioning

    Factory climate control keeping students refreshed during humid and long journeys.

  • High-Back Passenger Seats

    Ergonomic high-back seating with seatbelts, providing superior passenger safety.

  • Designed for Long-Distance Travel

    Smooth suspension and robust chassis engineered for Sri Lankan roads and outstation tours.

  • Proven Durability & Easy Operation

    Global reputation for unmatched reliability, low maintenance costs, and widely available spare parts.

Impact on School Life

Supporting Our Students

A dedicated college bus empowers students across all academic, athletic, and co-curricular spheres.

Sports Teams

Cricket, Basketball & other teams

School Events

Programmes & tournaments

Educational Trips

Field visits & study tours

Co-curricular

Debating, clubs & activities

Safe Transport

Peace of mind for all students

Estimated Cost

LKR 24 Million

Covers vehicle acquisition, import duties, registration & custom safety fitments.

Governance & Operations Model

Clear Accountability & Stewardship

A four-pillar collaboration ensuring transparent fundraising, permanent asset protection, professional maintenance, and reliable daily operation.

Batches & Well-wishers

Batches & Well-wishers

FUND IT

Alumni batches, parents, and community donors contribute pledges.

Firm Education Trust (FET)

Firm Education Trust

OWNS THE BUS

Acts as legal trust custodian, safeguarding the vehicle title.

Old Azharians Union (OAU)

Old Azharians Union

MAINTAINS IT

Coordinates routine mechanical servicing, insurance, and repairs.

Azhar College Akurana crest

The School

OPERATES IT

Azhar College administration schedules trips & manages student transit.

Let's Move Forward Together!

Every pledge — from individual alumni, families, or collective batches — brings our college closer to a dedicated bus. Join us in making this dream a reality.

For More Information & Batch Coordinations