We provide financial, medical and development aid to Gurkha veterans, their families and communities.

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About the Charity

We enable Gurkha veterans, their families and their wider communities to live their lives with dignity in Nepal.

About the Gurkhas

Gurkhas are traditionally recruited from the hill people of Nepal, with roots right back to an 8th century Hindu warrior.

Host a Garden Gala this Summer

We are inviting our wonderful supporters to open their gardens and host a Garden Gala in support of The Gurkha Welfare Trust.

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News
26 Jun 2026
Unstoppable at 84: How one supporter stepped up for Nepal

John Wilton has been a dedicated supporter of The Gurkha Welfare Trust for decades. Following his own military service, John…

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News
29 Jun 2026
Safe Shelter Through Generosity

For many elderly Gurkha veterans and widows, aging in remote, unforgiving terrains can bring many challenges. Gurkha heroes like 83-year-old…

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News
02 Jul 2026
Breaking Barriers to Healthcare: Life-Changing Support in Remote Dailekh

The Challenges of Life in Western Nepal The town of Dailekh, lies within a rural district in western Nepal’s Karnali…

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