Our Trustees

Trustees at Evergreen Care Trust play a vital role in guiding the charity’s mission to the support older community in Stamford and the surrounding areas. As volunteers, they are responsible for overseeing the governance, financial health, and strategic direction of the organisation, ensuring that all activities align with Evergreen’s values and legal responsibilities. Trustees work closely with the CEO and leadership team, offering accountability, encouragement, and practical guidance to help the charity thrive. Their responsibilities include setting long-term goals, managing risk, ensuring compliance with charity regulations, and acting as ambassadors within the local community. No prior experience is necessary—just a heart for the elderly, a willingness to learn, and a commitment to Evergreen’s Christian ethos. Whether offering professional skills or simply a desire to serve, trustees make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we care for.

Patron & Trustees

Nick Adams - Chair of Trustees

Nick spent most of his early years growing up in Germany. He attended the University of Reading where he gained a Bachelor of Science degree and is a graduate of the AllTech Advanced Management program that runs in conjunction with University College Dublin - Michael Smurfit School of Business, Ireland.

Nick enjoys being part of the Board of Trustees and supporting the teams that do so much good work in the community.

Derek Risk - Trustee

Derek has been a volunteer at Evergreen since 2016 and a Trustee since September 2017. Derek is a retired qualified accountant (ACMA). Prior to retiring, Derek worked for BT for 34 years mainly in audit and finance and then at Peterborough Regional College for 7 years as Director of Financial Services up to March 2007. Derek's main interests within the home and family are DIY, computing and gardening.

Miranda Rock - Patron

Miranda Rock is House Director of Burghley House which has been a family home for over 400 years. The house and estate are now owned and maintained by the Burghley House Preservation Trust and as well as hosting events, welcomes visitors on a daily basis to the house and gardens. Miranda lives at Burghley with her husband and four children. She is involved with many local charities in Stamford and has a particular interest in supporting children with special educational needs. She is a Deputy Lieutenant for Cambridgeshire and a governor for Stamford Endowed Schools. Miranda is a resolute supporter of the work of the Evergreen Care Trust.

Roland Higgins - Trustee

Roland came to Stamford in 2016 to be closer to his family. He and his wife quickly became involved as volunteers with Evergreen, firstly as Befrienders and then as helpers in various fundraising events and social groups. In 2022 he did a sponsored bike ride from Stamford to Norwich to raise funds for Evergreen. Roland joined the Board of Trustees early 2024.

Roland started his working life in the commercial sector and has held senior management roles in the bus industry. From there he moved into the voluntary sector working for Mencap in its residential and family support services. His last role was manager of a disability charity in West Sussex.

Included in the list of Roland's interests are: historic houses and buildings, railway history, cycling, gardening, an eclectic range of music, and travel.

Paul Herniman - Trustee

Paul joined the Board of Trustees two years ago. He lives in Stamford and retired in 2018 after working for Social Services for over thirty years. Paul's areas of special interest include working with older people, mental health and dementia.

Jo Peck - Trustee

Having gained a BSc(Hons) in Land Management from Reading University, the majority of Jo's career has been in sales & marketing within the hospitality industry, though more recently she spent three and a half years in fundraising within the education sector. Jo now works in sales for an event production company and spends time outside of that with her two children and their yellow labrador as well as running, generally keeping fit and spending time with friends and family. Jo is also involved with ShopStamford and Stamford Rugby Club, having always played a proactive part in local community and fundraising initiatives.

Do you want to be a Trustee?

Becoming a trustee at Evergreen Care Trust is a rewarding way to make a real difference in your community. If you have a heart for the elderly, share our Christian values, and want to contribute your time and experience to a cause that matters, we’d love to hear from you. Whether you have skills in finance, governance, HR, fundraising, or simply a passion for supporting others, your input can help shape the future of our work. Trustees meet regularly throughout the year and support the leadership team in a voluntary, non-executive role. Full training and support are provided—what matters most is your commitment and willingness to serve.

If you're interested or would like to find out more, please get in touch with us today at:

Founder - Louise Marsh louisemarsh@evergreencare.org.uk