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.
Capt (Retd) Ram Bahadur Pun
TrusteeTrustee – Ambassador & Outreach Acts as an ambassador of FNC, supporting outreach, partnerships, and community representation, and strengthening relationships with local and wider stakeholders.
Cllr Nabin Siwa
TrusteeTrustee – HR & Employment Provides oversight on HR governance, employment practices, and policy compliance, supporting the organisation in maintaining appropriate staff management standards.
Mr Chandra Gurung
TrusteeTrustee – Fundraising & Finance Supports the organisation’s fundraising strategy, grant development, and long-term financial sustainability. Works closely with the Charity & Centre Manager to identify funding opportunities and strengthen financial planning and resource mobilisation.
Mr Jhapindra Thapa
TrusteeTrustee – Fundraising Supports fundraising strategy, grant development, and sustainability of the organisation, working closely with the Charity & Centre Manager on funding initiatives.
Mr Rajen Limbu
TrusteeTrustee – Finance Supports financial oversight, budgeting, and financial governance, working in coordination with the Charity & Centre Manager to ensure effective financial management.
Capt (Retd) Ganesh Rai
TrusteeTrustee – Fundraising & Secretary Supports fundraising strategy and organisational coordination, contributing to the sustainability and governance of the organisation.
Point of Contact
Maha Rai, PhD – Charity,& Centre ManagerResponsible for operational management, programmes, and stakeholder engagement. Folkestone Nepalese Community Centre, Baker Road, CT19 4NN. Email: maha.rai@fncuk.org Phone: 01303 398055
