Who we are

  • The board

    When the Fund gained independent status in 2009, a founding board was constituted with responsibility for guiding its programmes and operations. The Fund currently has an international board of individuals highly experienced in the field of community philanthropy and social development: 

    • Barry D Gaberman Chair USA
    • Avila Kilmurray Secretary UK
    • Bongi Mkhabela Treasurer South Africa
    • Maureen H Smyth USA
    • Rita Thapa Nepal
    • Gerry Salole

  • The staff

    The GFCF’s main office is located in Johannesburg, South Africa (where it is registered as a Section 21 company). Some back office support continues to be provided from Belfast, Northern Ireland, where the GFCF is registered as a UK charity.


    • Jenny Hodgson Executive Director UK/South Africa
    • Halima Mahomed Programme Consultant South Africa
    • Julia MaishoaneFinancial and Office Administrator
      South Africa
    • Barry Knight Adviser UK