Folkestone Nepalese Community (FNC) CIO
The Board of Trustees provides governance, oversight, and strategic direction for the Folkestone Nepalese Community (FNC). Trustees work in partnership with the Executive Committee and the Charity & Centre Manager to ensure the organisation operates effectively, remains compliant with Charity Commission regulations, and delivers meaningful impact to the community.
Capt (Retd) Sumanchandra Rai
Trustee (Chair)Chair of Trustees Provides overall governance leadership, chairs the Board of Trustees, and ensures the strategic direction, compliance, and accountability of the organisation, working collaboratively with all parties while maintaining clear oversight of governance.
Mr Bikram Rai
Trustee (Treasurer)Trustee Treasurer Supports financial governance, accounts, reporting, and compliance, working closely with the Charity & Centre Manager, who manages day-to-day restricted grants and programme funding, ensuring appropriate financial oversight and accountability.
Mr Rajen Limbu
Trustee – HR & FinanceSupports financial oversight, budgeting, and financial governance, working in coordination with the Charity & Centre Manager to ensure effective financial management.
Capt (Retd) Ganesh Rai
Trustee – Fundraising & SecretarySupports fundraising strategy and organisational coordination, contributing to the sustainability and governance of the organisation.
Mr Jhapindra Thapa
Trustee – Fundraising ActivitiesSupports fundraising activities and events organised by the organisation.
Point of Contact – Maha Rai, PhD
Charity, Programme & Centre Manager Responsible for operational management, programmes, funding, and stakeholder engagement.
Folkestone Nepalese Community Centre
Baker Road, Folkestone
Kent, CT19 4NN
Email: maha.rai@fncuk.org
Tel: 01303 398055
