SARAH KELLY RETURNS AS MANX LOTTERY TRUST CHAIRMAN
The Manx Lottery Trust has welcomed Sarah Kelly back to the role of Chairman.
Sarah, who previously served as Chair from 2018 to 2022, resumed the role following the conclusion of Stephen Turner’s tenure. Stephen, who has now stepped down from the Board after ten years of dedicated service, first joined the Trust in 2011. After relocating to the Cayman Islands in 2016, he stepped back temporarily before rejoining the Board in 2020. He was appointed Chair in 2022.
Sarah said: ‘It’s a privilege to return to the role as Chairman of the Manx Lottery Trust. I remained an active Trustee during Stephen’s term and am looking forward to building on the momentum we’ve created together. The Trust continues to support such a wide range of inspiring local initiatives, and I’m excited to lead another great chapter.’
She added: ‘I want to express my sincere thanks to Stephen for his outstanding contribution over the past decade. His passion for the Isle of Man community and commitment to the work of the Trust have left a lasting impact, and we’re incredibly grateful for everything he’s done.’
Speaking about his time with the Trust, Stephen said: ‘It’s been an honour to serve both as Trustee and Chairman. The Manx Lottery Trust plays a vital role in supporting community-led projects across the Island, and I’ve been proud to witness the difference our funding has made. I leave with full confidence in the team and know the Trust will continue to go from strength to strength under Sarah’s leadership.’
Alongside this leadership change, the Trust is also delighted to welcome two new Trustees to the Board: David Christian MBE JP and Ian Begley FCCA
David brings a wealth of experience in local government and community service. He was awarded an MBE in 2013 for services to local government and the community of Douglas and was made a Freeman of the Borough in 2018. He is a former governor of University College Isle of Man and currently serves as Chairman of the World Manx Association.
Ian Begley joins the Board as Group Director and Managing Director of Accounting and Tax at Suntera Global. Ian’s professional insight and leadership experience will be a valuable asset as the Trust continues to develop and deliver funding opportunities for the Island.
Sarah added: ‘We’re thrilled to welcome David and Ian. Their knowledge, experience and passion for the Isle of Man will be a huge benefit to the Trust. I’m looking forward to working closely with them as we continue our mission to support and strengthen communities across the Island.’
The Manx Lottery Trust is a delegated partner of the National Lottery Community Fund and awards grants to organisations that benefit communities across the Isle of Man.
For more information on current funding programmes, visit: www.mlt.org.im/grant-programmes
