Nalani Sriskantharajah is the Finance Manager for Community Foundation for Surrey.

Nalani loves to travel with her husband, visiting family in Sri Lanka, Australia and holidaying in New Zealand. Nalani loves to laugh, and is valued for her sense of humour as well as professional diligence to CFSurrey.

Hana is the Marketing and Events Manager for Community Foundation for Surrey, and works to ensure that the Foundation’s activities and projects are demonstrated across the website, social media, and through all other comms channels.

Hana trained and worked as a photographer for 16 years, and has previously worked with charities on many projects over her career. As well as being a committed dog fan, Hana loves metal music and community pubs.

Amy works closely with the Foundation’s Donors to successfully achieve their giving objectives and to ensure the effectiveness of their generosity. Amy is also committed to raising the profile of the Community Foundation and supporting the further development of local philanthropy across Surrey.

Amy is passionate about making a positive difference to those experiencing some of society’s most pressing issues.

Zoe has worked in the charity sector for over 13 years and is passionate about making a positive difference to those experiencing some of society’s most pressing issues.

Josephine is a point of contact for grant enquiries and the best person for groups to speak to about potential applications. She is responsible for assessing grant applications, as well as supporting voluntary groups and individuals throughout the application process. Josephine also works closely with a range of our Donors and Area Funds to support their grant-making.

Sarah is responsible for providing efficient and effective support to the staff team, Board of Trustees and Working Committees. Sarah is the first point of contact for the office, and is responsible for all aspects of I.T. and administering the Foundation’s data management system.

The Community Foundation for Surrey provides financial support and help to charities and voluntary organisations across Surrey and we award over 400 grants each year. As Grants Administrator, David plays a key role in supporting applicants and ensuring the efficient flow of grant applications through the system.

Nicola is a point of contact for grant enquiries and the best person for individuals to speak to about potential applications. She is responsible for assessing grant applications and making grant recommendations, as well as supporting voluntary and community groups throughout the application process. Nicola also works closely with a range of our Donors to support their grant-making and manages our funds supporting individuals.

Beccy has extensive experience within the third sector. She was Chief Executive of youth charity SATRO from 2008-2017, and CEO of Heathrow Community Trust from 2015-2021. She has also held many voluntary roles over the years as Chair at Headway Surrey, Trustee of Advanced Humanitarian Operational Solutions CIO, Non-Executive Director at Providence Row Housing, Trustee at the Engineering Development Trust, and an Independent Custody Visitor at the Surrey Police & Crime Commissioner’s Office.

Prior to entering the voluntary sector Beccy was a research scientist specialising in antibiotic resistant bacteria, followed by being a senior civil servant working for various government departments in the UK and overseas over 13 years.

Beccy works closely with the Trustees to drive the Foundation’s development and growth.