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
15 Jun 2026
Well Done to all of the Doko South Challengers 2026

A fantastic day was had at Wimbledon Common for our Doko South Challenge. A massive congratulations to everyone who took…

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16 Jun 2026
Meet the Team – Mahesh Kumar Rana

Our staff of over 500 in Nepal work tirelessly to provide medical, financial, and development aid to Gurkha veterans, their…

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21 Jun 2026
A Father’s Legacy of Service 

From one generation to the next, the values of the Gurkhas live on. For former Gurkha WO2 Jagat Prasad Gurung,…

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