Elara Foundation channels 100% of every donated rupee directly to social causes — education, healthcare, women's empowerment, and more — across underserved communities in India.
Our promise: All administrative and operational costs are borne by Elara Capital — ensuring every rupee from donors directly benefits those in need.
Learn More →Elara Foundation is dedicated to creating lasting, positive change by supporting initiatives that uplift communities, empower individuals, and build a more inclusive, equitable India. Our unique expense-free model ensures maximum impact for every rupee given.
On the ground, our work is carried forward by the Dr. Liladhar Bhatt Memorial Kalyan Samiti — a registered NGO founded in 2002 by Shri Rajendra Bhatt in memory of his late father, operating from Haldwani, Uttarakhand.
Our vision: to extend a helping hand to individuals, organisations, and groups alike — catalysing impactful initiatives that address diverse challenges and contribute to community betterment.
We concentrate our energy on the challenges that hold communities back the most — working at the intersection of dignity, opportunity, and well-being.
Bridging learning gaps for children in remote and underserved areas, from early childhood through vocational skills.
Improving access to primary healthcare for communities in Uttarakhand and surrounding regions.
Supporting Himalayan women through education, sustainable farming, water conservation, and gender rights advocacy.
Equipping youth and adults with practical vocational skills and defence training for economic independence.
Advocating for the care and protection of animals in communities across our operational areas.
Providing structured support and recovery pathways for individuals affected by substance dependency.
We collaborate with proven grassroots and national organisations to multiply our collective impact.
A non-profit committed to serving nutritious mid-day meals to underprivileged children across India — ensuring children have the nourishment they need to thrive in education, health, and life.
🍱 Nutrition · EducationFounded in 1995, Pratham began by educating children in Mumbai's slums and has grown into one of India's leading education NGOs — committed to "every child in school and learning well."
📚 Education · Skill DevelopmentFounded in 1947 by Gandhian Sarla Behn in Kausani, Uttarakhand. KMUM empowers Himalayan women through education, sustainable farming, water conservation, and gender rights.
👩 Women's EmpowermentA safe and supportive hostel for underprivileged girls — offering shelter, education, and emotional care. A nurturing environment where each girl is empowered to grow, learn, and thrive.
🏠 Girls' Shelter · EducationLed by Sandeep Rawat in Basai, Ramnagar — a boarding hostel dedicated to skill development for underprivileged children through hands-on training in candle making, sweater knitting, and diya making.
🕯️ Skill Development · HostelA global organisation committed to protecting the planet's most vulnerable species and ecosystems. Elara Foundation supports WWF's conservation efforts as part of our commitment to animal welfare.
🐘 Animal Welfare · ConservationWe believe every child, regardless of background, deserves the opportunity to grow, learn, and reach their full potential. Our childhood programmes address two critical groups.
Education, healthcare & life skills
Through education, healthcare, and essential life skills, we empower underprivileged children to overcome obstacles and unlock their full potential. By nurturing their dreams and fostering a safe environment, we aim to transform lives — one child at a time.
Specialised care, love & opportunity
We are committed to providing specialised care and support for children with special needs, believing that every child deserves love, attention, and the opportunity to reach their fullest potential. Through funding various initiatives for orphanages dedicated to special-care children, we create nurturing environments where they can thrive.
Charity is the act of voluntarily giving help to those in need. Here are some of the lives and communities we've been privileged to serve.
Children in remote villages of Kumaon gaining access to quality education — the first step toward breaking the cycle of poverty across generations.
Learn how to help →Through our partnership with Akshaya Patra, thousands of children receive a nutritious mid-day meal every school day — improving attendance, health, and focus.
Learn how to help →Samarpan Home provides stability, shelter, education, and emotional care for underprivileged girls — helping them build confidence and work toward a brighter future.
Learn how to help →Children at Basai, Ramnagar learn candle making, sweater knitting, and diya making — practical crafts that build economic independence and self-worth.
Learn how to help →Through KMUM's ashram and training programmes in Kausani, Himalayan women are gaining education, farming skills, and the confidence to advocate for their rights.
Learn how to help →Structured support pathways and community-based rehabilitation programmes are restoring futures for individuals and families affected by substance dependency.
Learn how to help →Our ground operations are rooted in the legacy of Shri Liladhar Bhatt — a visionary from Uttarakhand who believed that service to the community was the highest calling. Founded in 2002 by his son Rajendra Bhatt, the Samiti continues his life's work. The organisation has been working since 2002 as a registered NGO in education, women's empowerment, healthcare, animal care, defence training, and skill development.
Every administrative cost is absorbed by Elara Capital — so your generosity goes entirely to the cause.
All salaries, infrastructure, and administrative costs are borne by Elara Capital, freeing 100% of donor funds for social programmes.
We work exclusively with credible, established organisations with proven track records of on-ground impact across India.
Impact is measured, documented, and shared — because accountability to our donors and beneficiaries is non-negotiable.
Whether you want to donate, volunteer, partner with us, or simply learn more — we'd love to hear from you.