KMFoundation
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Changing lives through education, healthcare and community.
85% of every donation goes directly to the cause. No trustee salaries. Gift Aid recognised by HMRC.
✓ Charity No. 1189587 · Charity Commission regulated
✓ Gift Aid recognised by HMRC
✓ 85% of donations go directly to the cause
✓ Gift Aid recognised by HMRC
✓ 85% of donations go directly to the cause
What your gift makes possible
Healthcare · India
Eye Care — Tamil Nadu
In partnership with Orbis International and Aravind Eye Hospital, Pondicherry: 330,000 screenings, 34,560 cataract operations and 25,000 pairs of eyeglasses across eight underserved districts.
Education · UK
Music Scholarships — London & Birmingham
75 fully-funded three-year Senior Scholarships for young musicians aged 15–20 from low-income backgrounds, in partnership with the London Music Fund (Patron: Mayor of London).
Healthcare · India
Airway Surgery — Punjab
Punjab's first dedicated airway surgery service, led by Professor Guri Sandhu and Professor Justin Roe from Imperial College London. As of April 2026: 2–3 complex cases per week, one of the largest centres in the region.
Education · UK
Chalke Schools History Hub
A free, curriculum-aligned digital history platform for schools. 97 schools registered, 36 films produced featuring Bettany Hughes, William Dalrymple and Kate Mosse.
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The question every donor should ask is not 'How much did I give?' but 'What changed because I gave it?'— Kumar Muthalagappan OBE, Founder
Claim income tax relief on your donation
Donating to the KM Foundation can reduce your personal tax bill. Here is how it works for each tax band, with clear examples.
Higher rate taxpayer
40% tax
Income £50,271 – £125,140
Claim back 20p per £1 donated via Self Assessment. A £100 donation costs just £75 while the Foundation receives £125.
| You donate | Your net cost | KM Foundation receives |
|---|---|---|
| £100 | £75 | £125 |
| £500 | £375 | £625 |
| £1,000 | £750 | £1,250 |
| £5,000 | £3,750 | £6,250 |
Additional rate taxpayer
45% tax
Income over £125,140
Claim back 25p per £1 donated. A £100 donation costs just £68.75 while the Foundation receives £125.
| You donate | Your net cost | KM Foundation receives |
|---|---|---|
| £100 | £68.75 | £125 |
| £500 | £343.75 | £625 |
| £1,000 | £687.50 | £1,250 |
| £5,000 | £3,437.50 | £6,250 |
Personal allowance taper
Up to 60% effective
Income £100,000 – £125,140
A Gift Aid donation can restore your Personal Allowance (withdrawn at £1 per £2 over £100,000), saving up to 60p per £1 donated. A £10,000 gift can cost as little as £4,000.
| You donate | Your net cost | KM Foundation receives |
|---|---|---|
| £5,000 | £2,000 | £6,250 |
| £10,000 | £4,000 | £12,500 |
| £20,000 | £8,000 | £25,000 |
Assumes full Personal Allowance restoration. Seek professional advice for your specific circumstances.
How to claim: Declare Gift Aid donations on your Self Assessment return under 'Charitable giving'. No Self Assessment? Contact HMRC for form P810. Figures for England, Wales & Northern Ireland, 2025/26.
