Latif Kapadia Memorial Welfare Trust

Latif Kapadia Memorial Welfare Trust

لطیف کپاڈیہ میموریل ویلفیئر ٹرسٹ
Abbreviation	LKMWT
Named after	Latif Kapadia
Formation	2007;18 years ago (2007)
Founded at	Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan
Type	nonprofit foundation
Legal status	Active
Purpose	Free healthcare
Location	Karachi
Region	Sindh, Pakistan
Chairman	Ahmed Kapadia
Board of directors	Ahmed Kapadia, Sabir Sami
Website	lkmwt.org

The Latif Kapadia Memorial Welfare Trust (LKMWT) is a nonprofit organization based in Karachi, Pakistan. Established in 2007, the trust was founded in memory of Latif Kapadia, an actor, to provide affordable healthcare services to underserved communities. ^[1]

History

The Latif Kapadia Memorial Welfare Trust was founded by the family of Latif Kapadia to honor his contributions to entertainment and social welfare. ^[2] The trust focuses on improving healthcare accessibility by offering medical consultations, diagnostic services, and affordable medication for low-income individuals. ^[3]

The current chairman of LKMWT is Ahmed Kapadia, who is also a trustee and the son of Latif Kapadia. Sabir Sami, a former CEO of KFC ^[4] , serves as the vice chairman of the organization. The trust has collaborated with various organizations to expand its initiatives, including fundraising partnerships and digital payment integration to facilitate donations. ^[5]

Healthcare services and initiatives

LKMWT operates Medi-Health Clinics in Karachi, providing primary healthcare services, including diagnostics and subsidized medications. The clinics aim to cater to a significant number of patients annually, offering treatment at minimal cost. ^[6]

In collaboration with The Hunar Foundation (THF), the trust conducts community health programs to educate people about the health risks associated with chewing tobacco. These programs are part of its broader awareness campaigns targeting preventable diseases. ^[7]

Awards

In 2024, LKMWT received the Black Dragon Award for Best Small Budget Campaign at the Dragons of Pakistan Awards, recognizing its efforts in healthcare outreach and community engagement. ^{[8] [9]}

References

1. Alavi, Omair. "Latif Kapadia Memorial Welfare Trust launches Ramazan campaign". The News International . Retrieved 1 December 2024.
2. "Latif Kapadia was a 'dominant star' of television industry: Anwar Maqsood". Geo News . 29 March 2022. Retrieved 1 December 2024.
3. "LKMWT inaugurates Medi-Health clinic". Pakistan Observer . 3 March 2023. Retrieved 5 December 2024.
4. "Google Search". www.google.com. Retrieved 2025-02-07.
5. "Latif Kapadia Memorial Welfare Trust signs contract with Paymob". Pakistan Observer . 12 March 2023. Retrieved 5 December 2024.
6. Ali, Hamza (2 March 2023). "LKMWT opens Medi-Health Clinic in Surjani Town". BOL Network . Retrieved 3 December 2024.
7. "Latif Kapadia Memorial Welfare Trrust Continues itts Allignment with hunar foundation". The Azb. 12 July 2018. Retrieved 1 December 2024.
8. "Synergy Group puts on a dominating show with 10 wins at the first ever international Dragons of Pakistan 2024 awards". Daily Pakistan . 4 September 2024. Retrieved 3 December 2024.
9. "Synergy Group wins big at Dragons of Pakistan 2024". Daily Times . 6 September 2024. Retrieved 3 December 2024.