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Elara Foundation

We Exist to Serve, Not to Profit

The philanthropic arm of Elara Capital — a zero-overhead organisation dedicated to creating lasting, positive change.

Founded 2002 Zero Admin Overhead 100% Funds to Cause UK Registered Charity
Our Story

A Commitment Born from Loss, Sustained by Purpose

Elara Foundation began as a deeply personal act of tribute. When Shri Rajendra Bhatt — founder of Elara Capital — lost his father, Shri Leeladhar Bhatt, he chose to honour that memory not with stone or ceremony, but with sustained, meaningful action. In 2002, he established the Dr. Leeladhar Bhatt Memorial Kalyan Samiti — a registered NGO based in Haldwani, Uttarakhand — as the ground-level vehicle for the Foundation's mission. From the very beginning, the model was clear: Elara Capital would absorb all operational costs, so that every rupee raised went directly to communities in need.

"Beyond boardrooms, Raj is deeply committed to social responsibility — championing transformative initiatives in education, healthcare, women's empowerment, and animal welfare across underserved communities in India."
The Dr. Leeladhar Story → Our Work
Raj Bhatt, Founder and CEO, Elara Capital
100%of every donated
rupee reaches
the ground
Our Mission

Creating lasting, positive change

To create lasting, positive change by supporting initiatives that uplift communities, empower individuals, and build a more inclusive, equitable world. All administrative costs are borne by Elara Capital — ensuring every rupee benefits people directly.

Our Vision

A helping hand to all

To extend a helping hand to individuals, organisations, and groups alike — catalysing impactful initiatives that address diverse challenges and contribute to community betterment across education, healthcare, women's empowerment, animal welfare, and skill development.

What We Stand For

Our Core Values

These are not aspirations — they are the principles by which every decision we make is measured.

Total Transparency

Every rupee is accounted for. We publish what we do, how we do it, and what it achieves — because trust is the foundation of everything.

Selfless Service

Inspired by Gandhian values and the legacy of Shri Leeladhar Bhatt — we serve without expectation of recognition or return.

Community First

Every programme begins with listening. We follow the community's lead — not donor agendas or top-down mandates.

Sustainable Impact

We invest in programmes that build lasting capability — not quick wins. Change that endures is the only change worth pursuing.

Dignity Always

Every beneficiary is a person with rights, aspirations, and dignity — never a statistic, never a photo opportunity.

Collaborative Spirit

We amplify impact by partnering with proven organisations — across India and the UK — united by a shared commitment to change.

How We Work

The Zero-Overhead Model

Three simple steps — and the result is that 100% of every donated rupee reaches the people who need it.

01

Elara Capital Funds Operations

All salaries, infrastructure, travel, and administrative costs are fully borne by Elara Capital — removing overhead from the equation entirely.

02

Donations Go Directly to Partners

Funds raised are channelled directly to our vetted partner NGOs — across India and the UK — without deduction.

03

Impact Is Measured & Reported

Results are tracked, documented, and shared transparently — because accountability to donors and beneficiaries is non-negotiable.

Leadership

The People Behind the Purpose

Three trustees. Three decades of combined expertise across finance, philanthropy, animal welfare and community development.

Raj Bhatt

Raj Bhatt

Founder & Trustee
Elara Foundation · Elara Capital (Vice-Chairman & CEO)
"Mastering markets – mentoring missions"
Bhawani Singh Shekhawat

Bhawani Singh Shekhawat

Trustee
Elara Foundation
"Mind of a corporate – heart in service"
Graham Kensett

Graham Kensett

Trustee
Elara Foundation
"Leading with insight – serving with compassion"
Meet all our trustees →
What We Do

Our Work

Elara Foundation funds work across two continents — channelling resources to vetted organisations delivering real impact across education, healthcare, animal welfare, women's empowerment and more.

Where We Work

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United Kingdom

Supporting disability, nutrition, children's welfare and community wellbeing through established UK charities.

  • Guide Dogs UK
  • Barnardo's
  • Akshaya Patra UK
  • MA Centre UK
  • Friends of Amma
  • Keryn Seal
  • WWF
  • World Child Cancer
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India

On-ground operations across 13 districts of Uttarakhand — education, healthcare, women's empowerment, animal care, skill development and rehabilitation.

60+ Schools13 Districts40+ Partners14 Animal Shelters
  • Dr. Leeladhar Bhatt Memorial Kalyan Samiti
  • Pratham
  • KMUM
  • Akshaya Patra
  • 30+ partner NGOs

Our Impact Areas

Education & Learning

60+ schools supported across Uttarakhand

Healthcare & Wellbeing

Medical camps and health access in remote Himalayan regions

Women & Girls

Empowerment, skills training and the NIVHI helpline

Children & Youth

Orphanages, shelters and childhood care

Animal Welfare & Conservation

16+ shelters, WWF conservation and rescue operations

Disability & Inclusion

Guide Dogs UK and special care programmes

Skills & Livelihoods

Music, coding, accounting and vocational training

Environment

WWF-backed conservation and sustainability initiatives

Community Development

Drug rehabilitation, defence training and rural transformation