About Us
Koolesh Shah Family Foundation is a philanthropic organisation dedicated to making a positive impact on society through strategic giving and community engagement.
Established with a vision to empower individuals and communities to thrive, the foundation supports initiatives in education, healthcare, social welfare, and environmental sustainability. The foundation honors the legacy and values of the Shah family by promoting charitable giving, fostering innovation, and creating opportunities for those in need.
The commercial entity of the foundation is London Town Group, shaping the future in real-estate and energy investment. Founded in 1988 by Koolesh Shah, London Town Group of Companies is a private sector corporation focussed on cutting-edge performance in four main pillars – Real Estate, Software & Automation, Clean Energy and Energy Storage.
Recent Causes
- Opening Doors: Why We Are Proud to Back The King’s TrustAt the Koolesh Shah Family Foundation, we hold a simple yet powerful belief: talent is everywhere, but opportunity is not. When young people face financial roadblocks whether it is the cost of a specialized work uniform, a travel ticket to a training placement, or an essential course fee ambition can quickly hit a wall. ThatContinue reading “Opening Doors: Why We Are Proud to Back The King’s Trust”
- Celebrate 50 Years of The King’s Trust: Join Us for Palace to Palace 2026!Marking half a century of changing young lives, The King’s Trust is gearing up for its biggest Palace to Palace event yet! Taking place on Sunday, 4 October 2026, this year’s event comes with a historic upgrade. For the very first time, this iconic charity event will start and finish right in the heart of central London, taking participants pastContinue reading “Celebrate 50 Years of The King’s Trust: Join Us for Palace to Palace 2026!”
- Investing in Brighter Futures: Why Our Partnership with the Young Westminster Foundation MattersAt the Koolesh Shah Family Foundation, our core philosophy is built on a simple yet powerful truth: talent is everywhere, but opportunity is not. Headquartered right in the heart of Paddington, we are surrounded by the vibrant energy, culture, and potential of central London. But we also see the other side of our borough. Behind the world-famousContinue reading “Investing in Brighter Futures: Why Our Partnership with the Young Westminster Foundation Matters”
- Proud to support The King’s TrustThe Koolesh Shah Family Foundation is proud to support The King’s Trust, supporting their life-changing Development Awards programme to break down financial barriers for young people across the UK. Founded on the principle that talent is evenly distributed but opportunity is not, the Koolesh Shah Family Foundation focuses on advancing education, encouraging social mobility, and empoweringContinue reading “Proud to support The King’s Trust”
- Talent is Everywhere, Opportunity is Not: Driving Social Mobility and Community EmpowermentAt the Koolesh Shah Family Foundation, our core philosophy is simple yet powerful: talent is everywhere, but opportunity is not. Whether in urban centers or rural communities, millions of young people possess incredible drive, intelligence, and potential. Yet, systemic barriers ranging from socio-economic disadvantage to a lack of access to quality education, housing, and careerContinue reading “Talent is Everywhere, Opportunity is Not: Driving Social Mobility and Community Empowerment”
What People Say
“The generosity of this organisation makes it possible for us to continue offering inspiration and motivation to young people in North London”
– Making the Leap
“The passion and inspiration from this foundation has enabled us to grow at a rate we could have only dreamt about a year ago”
– Supported Charity based in Derby
The Foundation is a non-profit organisation dedicated to supporting disadvantaged young people in realising their full potential. We aim to break down barriers and promote social mobility, helping individuals from all backgrounds to access the education and lives they aspire to achieve. The Foundation offers a range of practical support, including mentorship programs, career workshops, internships, and university application support, to empower young people to overcome obstacles and achieve their goals.