Liver Foundation of Kerala (LIFOK), previously known as The Liver Transplanters’ Association, was established in 2014 with the primary objective of providing support to individuals who have undergone liver transplant surgery. Understanding the substantial financial burden associated with these surgeries, particularly for those hailing from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, LIFOK strives to alleviate their post-transplantation challenges.
Founded by the late Sri K.S. Babu, who served as the inaugural President, the organization initially took root in Kothamangalam. Over time, LIFOK has grown to encompass more than 1650 members, including donors. Through concerted efforts, the organization succeeded in bringing the struggles of liver transplant recipients to the attention of both the government and the broader community. While certain demands have been met, several unaddressed needs remain.
Following the untimely passing of President Sri K.S. Babu, the organization experienced a temporary hiatus in its activities. However, in 2018, Sri. Chandrasekhara Pillai assumed leadership, prompting the rechristening of the organization as Liver Foundation of Kerala (LIFOK). It was duly registered under the Travancore-Cochin Charitable Societies Act in Kottayam. Unfortunately, Sri. Chandrasekhara Pillai also passed away shortly thereafter. Nevertheless, a new committee was promptly established during an all-Kerala Family meet convened at the White City Hotel, North Paravur in 2019.
Since that pivotal juncture, LIFOK has ascended to new heights and is now esteemed as one of India’s preeminent charitable organizations. It extends a compassionate hand to those affected by liver disease, offering vital information and support to both patients and their families. Additionally, LIFOK actively engages in awareness initiatives, disseminating knowledge regarding the origin and prevention of liver ailments through a combination of online and on-site educational programs. The organization also mobilizes resources to assist financially disadvantaged members, procuring and distributing essential aid, including medications, from government and non-government entities, as well as public and corporate partners.
Furthermore, LIFOK is a staunch advocate for the rights of liver transplant patients. The organization is dedicated to improving the quality of care they receive, working tirelessly to ensure that patients are treated with the dignity and respect they deserve.
Recognizing the constraints inherent in serving patients across the entirety of Kerala under the Travancore-Cochin Society Act, LIFOK transitioned into a Charitable Trust. On March 8, 2022, it was formally registered under the Indian Charitable Trust Act of 1882.
For further information or inquiries, please do not hesitate to reach out to us at lifokkerala@gmail.com.
Our Objectives
1) Fostering equality, brotherhood, hope and positive thinking among the members
2) Work for the upliftment of the health, arts, social and cultural spheres of the members
3) Promote liver & other organ donation and blood donation
4) Co-operate in the development activities of the country
5) Provide necessary assistance to patients undergoing liver transplant surgery, liver donors and those suffering from liver disease.
6) In collaboration with Government / Non-Governmental Agencies, Institutions and Individuals, raise grants and funds for this purpose and work for their welfare.
7) Organize necessary awareness programs on liver and liver diseases
8) Promote recreational programs and means for mental relaxation
9) Create a healthy living environment in the community for such patients
10) Implement the decisions of the State Committee from time to time.
Members
Recipients
Donors
LIFOK Current Membership Status
What Drives Us
Our Mission
Liver Foundation of Kerala (LIFOK) is a group of people, working for the well being of liver transplanted patients and their donors in Kerala by promoting awareness and prevention of liver diseases. It offers help, information, and supports to those suffering from liver disease and their families. Organises support programmes involving diagnosis, prevention and treatment of liver- related diseases.
Tribute
KS Babu
Founder President
Dr. Chandrasekhara Pilla
Former Chairman
Somasekhara Pilla
Former Treasurer
A.S. Narayanan Nair
Former Patron
We bow our heads in the memories of your selfless deeds which brought joy and fulfillment to many. Your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you were real leaders.
We pay homage to these great souls.
State Office Bearers 2022-24
Rev. Fr. Liju Raju Thamarakudy
Patron
Mathew Philip
Chairman
Ph: 94462 87524
Manoj Kumar M. K.
Secretary
Ph: 96056 33491
Babu Kuruvilla
Treasurer
Ph: 96456 42411
Rajesh Kumar
Vice Chairman
Ph: 99447 393495
Anoj Jacob
Joint Secretary
Ph: 94472 50006
Gopikrishnan K.M.
Joint Secretary
Ph: 99610 53224
Mohanachandran
State Coordinator
Ph: 85477 47055
Sukumari Amma
State Liaisoning Officer
Ph: 94470 28405
State Executive Committee 2022-24
R.Lal – Trivandrum – Ph: 94472 46208
Dr. Muhammed Shafi P.A. – Kollam – Ph: 90485 39395
Anoj Jacob – Alappuzha – Ph: 94472 50006
Adv. K. Prakashbabu – Pathanamthitta – Ph: 94475 62962
Sony Thomas – Idukki – Ph: 93370 55013
Sreekumar M.P. – Kottayam – 94460 67764
Sathyamoorthy – Ernakulam – Ph: 94474 83400
Pramod C.P.- Thrissur – Ph: 99614 68854
Gopikrishnan K.M. – Malappuram – Ph: 99610 53224
Abdul Rafeek – Palakkad – Ph: 98479 09111
Kamaldas – Kozhikode – Ph: 77366 82250
K. Govindan – Kannur – Ph: 81568 02874
P.K. Sasidharan – Kasaragod – Ph: 9447489461
District Office Bearers 2022-24
Trivandrum
Patron: Adv. D. Bhuvanandan Nair – 944710 1444
President: R. Radahakrishnan – 94465 88927
Vice President: Shamna Shameer – 98462 47954
Secretary: Vijayakumaran Nair C. – 95623 71955
Joint Secreatry: R. Kannan – 98470 61120
Treasurer: Bindu B.S. – 98465 39635
Kollam
Patron: V. Sivan Pillai – 9495207115
President: R. Shaji – 9447512001
Vice President: Sukumari Amma – 9447028405
Secretary: Naseema Najeem. – 9446193344
Joint Secretary: Rajeev R. – 9947781541
Treasurer: Gireesan T. – 9446671200
Alappuzha
Patron: Unma Mohan – 94968 81449
President: Anoj Jacob – 94472 50006
Vice President: Sunil Raj S. – 94474 84736
Secretary: Joshilal M. – 9446441773
Joint Secreatry: Pradeep Kumar K.V. – 94460 30362
Treasurer: Govinda Wrrier – 81119 11746
Pathanamthitta
Patron: Very. Rev. Burskeepa Ramban – 99463 44142
President: Adv. Prakash Babu – 94475 62962
Vice President: Dr. V.M. Vijayan -94472 41460
Secretary: Dr Soman Krishnan – 9446204080
Joint Secreatry: Dr. George Varughese – 94472 48977
Treasurer: Binu Varghese – 9496324694
Kottayam
Patron: Dr. K.N. Pratap Kumar – Ph: 94472 08788
President: Adv. Jayaprakash Raveendran – 94479 09514
Vice President: Sanoj Sebastian – 94472 08197
Secretary: Sajan Mathew – 97442 95518
Joint Secreatry: Jikku Joseph – 90482 61010
Treasurer: Joyance Jose – 9605684444
Ernakulam
Patron: Mathew Olickal – 93888 11213
President: Muhammed Basheer- 94470 64220
Vice President: Vinu Nair- 98475 11144
Secretary: Abubacker A.K. – 93887 54046
Joint Secreatry: Shibila Shajimon – 98475 22731
Treasurer: Josy M.G. – 98958 96413
Idukki
Patron: Purushothaman T.K. – Ph: 94466 09926
President: Sony Thomas – 94470 55013
Vice President: Jayachandran Nair R. -94475 06380
Secretary: V.P. Basheer – 94460 95247
Joint Secretary: Usha Shanty – 94462 16282
Treasurer:
Thrissur
Patron: Suvarnan K.G. – 95449 04299
President: Ravindran P.K. – 98461 25321
Vice President: Prabhakaran A.S. – 96459 15856
Secretary: Githesh K.R. – 70259 03715
Joint Secreatry: Prabhakaran A.S. – 96459 15856
Treasurer: Azad Ayyaril – 94476 71046
Malappuram
Patron: Adv. K. Mohamed Ali – 99950 07821
President: Gopikrishnan K.M. – 99610 53224
Vice President: Suresh Kumar V. M. – 93886 41005
Secretary: Sursh Babu Thottathil – 93874 70222
Joint Secretary: Anil Kumar P.- 98956 92775
Treasurer: Vappu Kulangara – 99464 94038
Palakkad
Patron: Jayaprkash Master – 98467 30753
President: Vinod Kumar C. – 96337 22731
Vice President: Prabhakaran K.P. – 94952 01018
Secretary: Abdul Rafeek – 98479 09111
Joint Secreatry: M. Senthil Kumar – 94478 34701
Treasurer: Adv. Jinaprasad P.R. – 94478 79439
Kozhikode
Patron: Hamza Moulavi P. – 99951 80557
President: Saidalavi M.K. – 98460 48116
Vice President: Sheeba M.K.- 80892 25681
Secretary: Rajesh Kumar – 94473 93495
Joint Secreatry: Kamaldas T. – 77366 82250
Treasurer: Anilkumar P. – 94474 45478
Kannur
Patron: Soni P.M. – 99469 10439
President: K. Prasad – 95448 37944
Vice President: Philomina Valsan – 83010 86218
Secretary: Shihabudeen C.P.- 79075 36410
Joint Secreatry: Shiju P.C. – 94469 86317
Treasurer: Rahim K.S. – 99473 70115
Kasaragod
Patron: Abdul Majeed – 98952 77538
President: K.N. Rajankutty – 94475 50751
Vice President: Subair A.M. – 84959 50455
Secretary: P.K. Sasidharan – 94474 89461
Joint Secretary: E.V. Rajesh – 82899 95498
Treasurer: Jorphy Mathew – 95443 43009