As an annual tradition, Abaya Karam holds a fundraising concert to share the beauty, joy and artistry of our traditional performing arts with the community, in an enchanting evening of classical Indian music and dance. This concert has been held every year from 1993 to 2019 (only pausing due to Covid19), with the proceeds from ticket sales going to the two children's homes in Sri Lanka. This concert provides an opportunity to raise funds in a way that showcases our culture, and allows different teachers and students to showcase their musical and dance talents on stage. Importantly, for the Australian children performing in the concerts, they become aware of less fortunate children of a similar age, and contribute to helping them. The annual concert goes handinhand with our raffle draw. In the lead up to the concert, our dedicated supporters sell raffle tickets, with prizes ranging from airline tickets to furniture, saris and restaurant vouchers, all thoughtfully donated by local businesses and professionals. The winners are announced at the concert, with proceeds from the raffle tickets going to the children's homes. Owing to the generosity of our supporters, the majority of funds raised by Abaya Karam comes from donations.