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Nepal Earthquake Appeal

Update: Unfortunately due to the huge amount of donations we have received, we are no longer able to accept donations of goods. However, there is still an urgent need for funds to the area and we are accepting cash or cheques payable to Folkestone Rotary Club. It is possible to send donations to the address below, payable to Folkestone Rotary Club or BACS by using reference “Nepal” to Lloyds TSB, Folkestone Rotary Club, 30-93-34, 00575212. A receipt will be issued upon request.

Following the vigil last night in Cheriton, the Nepalese community along with the Gurkhas and local residents got together to pray and offer a tribute following the earthquake in Nepal. The community would like to support the tragic situation by raising finance to pass over to the Red Cross as a local coordinated approach. Continue reading

Folkestone Coastal 10K 2014

The popular Folkestone Coastal 10K, sponsored by Independent Insurance Services and Insure Green, is taking place again this year on Sunday 31st May. This year the event will be raising money for The Gurkha Memorial Fund, Hft, Step Short and local Rotary Clubs, with runners also being encouraged to raise money for their chosen charity. Continue reading