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About Us

Usha Rani Das Community Development Trust is a spiritual and charitable organization dedicated to uplifting lives through education, wellness, empowerment, and devotional service.

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Serve. Grow. Uplift.

Usha Rani Das Community Development Trust is a charitable and spiritual organization dedicated to uplifting lives through service, education, wellness, and devotion. Founded on the timeless principles of bhakti and compassion, the Trust operates a vibrant community campus in Chatra, West Bengal—offering a sanctuary for growth, reflection, and purposeful living. Open to all, our mission is rooted in the belief that true transformation happens when spiritual values guide action in the world.

With a legacy spanning over 60 years, the Trust continues to evolve while staying anchored in its core purpose: to serve humanity with humility and care. Daily spiritual services, scriptural education under the guidance of ISKCON, and the distribution of prasadam (sanctified meals) are foundational to our daily activities. Beyond spiritual nourishment, the campus offers educational support for children, a cultural center with a library and computer lab, and wellness spaces that include walking paths, gardens, and a small health clinic.

The serene natural environment—complete with mango trees, flower gardens, a pond, and open grounds—makes the campus a welcoming place for families, guests, and volunteers alike. From hosting spiritual retreats and cultural programs to empowering youth and supporting families, our efforts are guided by a vision of holistic upliftment for all. We are building a community where service becomes a way of life, and every soul is given the space to grow with dignity, knowledge, and devotion.



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Our vision come to life

Our mission is to uplift individuals and communities through education, compassionate service, holistic wellness, and empowerment through learning. Rooted in the values of devotion and humility, we serve as a local center of transformation in Chatra, West Bengal, providing a peaceful campus where people can grow in purpose, dignity, and spiritual understanding.

While our work is deeply grounded in the local community, we envision a future where these values and offerings extend far beyond—through a global online platform that shares our teachings, programs, and way of life with seekers around the world.

By combining the strength of tradition with the tools of modern connection, we aim to build a community—local and global—united by service, wisdom, and shared upliftment.

Our Impact

$
100
M

Raised in community bonds by qualified issuers

4,000

Community Investors

41

Clients (qualified issuers) supported

59

Qualified issuer projects financed

Invite us to be part of your impact team

We’re here to help you create your unique tapestry of community support every step of the way. We weave our community finance expertise into your team’s fabric. Meet our team:



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Nicholas Cardelli (He/Him)
Campaign Coordinator
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Stephanie Pinnington (She/Her)
Senior Development Advisor
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Mary Warner (She/Her)
Co-Executive Director
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Sanderson Dear (He/Him)
Investment Operations Lead
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Ryan Collins-Swartz (He/Him)
Co-Executive Director
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Suzanne Faiza (she/her)
Knowledge Lead
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Karen Scottie (They/Them)
Human Resources and Admin Manager
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Satyameet Singh (He/Him)
Senior Campaign Manager
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Kate O'Coin (She/Her)
Finance Coordinator
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Marina Eckersley (She/Her)
Campaign Manager
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Marina Eckersley (She/Her)
Campaign Manager
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Ashley McFarlane (She/Her)
Investment Associate
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Jennifer Bryan (She/Her)
Director of Campaigns
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Heather Watt-Kapitain (She/Her)
Campaign Manager
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Kylie Adair (She/Her)
Communications Lead
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Chris Mohan (He/Him)
Systems Analyst
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Ebosetale Ogedegbe (She/Her)
Bookkeeping and Admin Coordinator

Campaign Coordinator

Nicholas Cardelli (He/Him)

Nicholas joins Tapestry as a Campaign Coordinator, with experience in business operations, client services, and board experience in the not-for-profit sector. Nicholas is passionate about community development initiatives, particularly related to sustainable agriculture, food systems, and conservation. In his personal life, Nicholas enjoys cooking, gardening, and a variety of outdoor activities.

Our Board

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Bill Jones, P. Eng.
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Stephanie Rebello
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Homaira Siddiqui
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Rebecca Black, MES
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Steve Kuwahara
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Bobby Thakolkaran, MBA, JD
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Brian Iler, LLB
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Justin Sweeney
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Mritunjay Sinha
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Adam Singer

Bill Jones, P. Eng.

Bill researched wise residential energy use in Ontario Hydro, and advocates for it in retirement. He also advocates for employee benefit security as a Director of his union's Pensioners’ Chapter, and elsewhere.