The Faces of Hope
Since our founding in 2020, Hope Foundation Fiji USA has developed and grown in a positive direction. We’re very proud of our staff, and their abilities to contribute their own unique experience and skills to our success. Find out more about some of our team members below.
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SUNIL MOHAN
Co-Founder, President
With over two decades of experience in the non-profit sector, Sunil has dedicated his time to various charitable endeavors. From contributing to Habitat for Humanity projects to volunteering for the Cleanup San Francisco Bay initiative, Sunil's altruism extends to personal projects such as fundraising for families affected by hurricanes in his native Fiji Islands. In 2016, he spearheaded fundraising efforts and personally delivered aid to families impacted by hurricane Winston, reinforcing his passion for philanthropy.
Inspired by the fulfillment derived from his charitable work, Sunil, alongside Raj Singh, took the step to formalize their philanthropic initiatives by establishing Hope Foundation FIJI USA in 2020. Their shared commitment ensures that every individual donation received by the foundation directly benefits those in need. In addition to his philanthropic pursuits, Sunil brings a wealth of experience from executive roles in Fortune 500 companies and a successful consulting career. Currently retired, Sunil resides in the San Francisco Peninsula with his wife Ulka. They are proud parents of two sons, Akshay and Pranay, who have graduated from universities and are pursuing their careers. In his leisure time, Sunil enjoys activities like golf, fishing, and spending quality moments with his family and friends.
RAJ K. SINGH
Co-Founder, Secretary
Raj's vision and dedication led to the establishment of Hope Foundation of Fiji USA. Throughout his life, Raj has actively engaged in various charitable endeavors. He served as the president of Shree Ram Mandir in East Palo Alto, California from 2012 to 2015 and is currently a Trustee there since 2002. Additionally, Raj plays a pivotal role on the boards of Samaaj Sewa of Fiji USA, an NGO founded in 2010, where he co-founded the organization and participated in numerous humanitarian missions to Fiji. His contributions extend to serving as a task force member and advisor to the City of Hayward's Task Force Committee, as well as being an esteemed member of the Chamber of Commerce in East Bay.
Having migrated to America with his parents in 1978, Raj established himself in the financial and banking sectors before venturing into entrepreneurship. In 2004, he founded his own Real Estate Company and Travel Agency. Currently residing in Castro Valley with his wife Vandhana Sharma, Raj cherishes time spent with his children, Sonali, Suhani, Simran and Riya.
JAI KUMAR
Vice President
Jai was born and raised in the Fiji Islands, in the village of Visama. Growing up with six siblings in a humble environment without running water or electricity, Jai witnessed firsthand the impact of poverty on his family and community.
Coming from a farming background, Jai's parents instilled in him the values of hard work and helping others. In times of natural disasters like hurricanes, their support to struggling neighbors was crucial. Inspired by his parents' altruism, Jai was determined to carry forward their compassionate legacy.
After facing the loss of both parents before completing high school, Jai had to leave his education to support his siblings by working at the Fiji Times Newspaper Company. In 1983, he married and moved to the US, where he worked as a bindery operator before establishing his own successful bindery shop in Northern California.
Through his business success, Jai has continued his philanthropic efforts since 1994, providing aid to underprivileged students, natural disaster victims, and families in need. After running his business as J’s Bindery for 31 years, Jai recently sold his business and now resides in the Bay Area with his wife Rita. They are proud parents of two sons, Vishal and Gulshan, who have graduated from college and are pursuing their professional careers.
FELICIA WILSON
Chief Financial Officer
Felicia, a California native from the SF Bay area, has a strong passion for helping underprivileged communities. From a young age, she was actively involved in volunteer work, dedicating her time to serving the less fortunate. Raised with values of compassion and generosity, Felicia volunteered at local homeless shelters with her family, participated in Habitat for Humanity projects, organized beach clean-ups in Half Moon Bay, and assisted at food banks across the San Jose and San Francisco Bay Area.
Her upbringing instilled in her the importance of giving back and making a difference in the lives of others. Throughout her life, Felicia has been committed to collecting donations, raising awareness for various