Alkhidmat Foundation Pakistan

Alkhidmat Foundation Pakistan is a non-political, non-governmental, and non-profit organization that provides humanitarian[1] and social welfare services to communities across Pakistan. The Foundation has been known for its active involvement in disaster management, healthcare, education, and orphan care for over three decades.[2] Other services include child protection, clean water, mawakhat (interest-free loans), and community development.[3][4]

History

Alkhidmat Foundation Pakistan was officially registered as a non-governmental organization in 1990.[3] However, its humanitarian and relief record dates back to Pakistan's independence, initially providing the community with safe houses and focusing on their treatment and care, which became the trademark of Alkhidmat Foundation Pakistan.[1]

In 2010, Alkhidmat received financial support of US$ 407,318 (Rs.33.95 million approx.) from the Government of Japan to support the flood-affected people in Charsadda, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.[5]

In 2019, Alkhidmat visited Qatar to enlist the support and goodwill of the Pakistani community.[6]

In 2020, Alkhidmat arranged a prestigious ceremony at Alkhidmat Complex, Lahore, to honor the volunteers who exhibited extraordinary spirit in undertaking humanitarian relief activities during the COVID-19 pandemic in Pakistan.[7]

In 2022, Alkhidmat launched Bano Qabil to stabilize deserving youth financially.[8] United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres appreciated Alkhidmat's efforts in flood-affected areas and was lauded for its notable work.[9] Alkhidmat set to launch rehabilitation and reconstruction activities to help the natural disaster victims return to normal life.[10] The same year, Alkhidmat distributed Christmas gifts and rations among 1,500 underprivileged individuals belonging to the Christian community.[11]

In 2023, Alkhidmat and the National University of Computer and Emerging Science (NUCES) signed a Memorandum of Understanding to promote academia-industry linkages and other areas of mutual interest.[12] Alkhidmat launched relief operations in the earthquake-affected areas of Turkey and Syria.[13]

Partnerships

Alkhidmat joined hands with My Impact Meter, a platform that digitalizes social impact, to collaborate on an innovative initiative to raise funds for the Foundation's humanitarian and social welfare projects.[2]

Alkhidmat partnered with Carrefour, a retail company owned by UAE-based holding firm Majid Al Futtaim, to provide humanitarian aid. The partnership is set to provide meals to the less privileged during Ramadan in Pakistan and support the earthquake victims in Turkey and Syria.[14][15]

Alkhidmat and Aghosh, a UK-based relief organization, has collaborated and raised £370,000 ($454,000) in charity during dinners held in Manchester, Bradford, London, Milton Keynes, and Birmingham for the earthquake victims of Turkey and Syria. A cricket bat with signatures from Pakistani players was auctioned during the fundraising events at the dinners.[16][17]

Programs

Alkhidmat Foundation Orphan Care Homes

Alkhidmat Foundation Orphan Care Homes aim to support and care for orphaned children through various programs, including the Orphan Family Support Program and Aghosh Homes.

  • Orphan Family Support Program - It financially and emotionally supports families who have lost their breadwinners. It also offers educational support, medical assistance, and monthly financial aid to orphaned children.
  • Aghosh Homes - These orphan care homes provide shelter, food, education, and medical facilities to orphaned children.

Microfinance Program (Mawakhat)

Microfinance Program (Mawakhat) provides small and interest-free loans to underprivileged individuals in Pakistan to help them start or expand their businesses.

Alkhidmat Foundation Clean Water Project

Alkhidmat Foundation Clean Water Project provides clean drinking water to people in Pakistan. Alkhidmat has implemented several Clean Water Projects, including water filtration plants, hand pumps, solar-powered water pumps, water storage tanks, and water tankers.

Alkhidmat Foundation Educational Projects

Alkhidmat Foundation Educational Projects improve access to education for underprivileged children in Pakistan. Its Education Programs include schools and educational institutions, school adoption programs, scholarship programs, vocational training, and education support.

Alkhidmat Foundation Health Projects

Alkhidmat Foundation Health Projects has implemented various programs to provide basic healthcare and nutritious food for underprivileged communities in Pakistan. Alkhidmat 's Health and Nutrition programs include mobile medical camps, health and nutrition centers, vaccination drives, mother and child health, and food assistance.[18]

References
  1. Billah, Mohd Ma'Sum (2021-04-21). Islamic Wealth and the SDGs: Global Strategies for Socio-economic Impact. Springer Nature. ISBN 978-3-030-65313-2.
  2. "My Impact Meter, Alkhidmat Foundation Pakistan sign MoU for enhancing fund raising progress". Daily Pakistan Global. 2023-03-04. Retrieved 2023-03-22.
  3. Publications, Europa (2022-07-21). The Europa International Foundation Directory 2022. Taylor & Francis. ISBN 978-1-000-80066-1.
  4. Nafi, Jannatun (2019-04-25). "List of Top 10 Non Profit Organizations". Transparent Hands. Retrieved 2023-03-23.
  5. "Pakistan: The Government of Japan grants US$ 407,318 (Rs. 33.95 million approx.) for the project for Supporting the Flood Affected People in Charsadda, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa - Pakistan | ReliefWeb". reliefweb.int. Retrieved 2023-03-23.
  6. "Alkhidmat Foundation of Pakistan reaches out to community members in Qatar". Qatar Tribune. 2019-04-24. Retrieved 2023-03-22.
  7. Desk, Web. "Appreciation Award Ceremony for COVID-19 Heroes – Pakistan News Gazette". Retrieved 2023-03-23.
  8. Qamar, Dr Rida (2022-06-22). "This Thoughtful Initiative By AlKhidmat Foundation Is Definitely Winning Hearts". Brandsynario. Retrieved 2023-03-23.
  9. "UN chief lauds Al-Khidmat Foundation for relief operation in flood devastating areas". www.geo.tv. Retrieved 2023-03-23.
  10. "AKF set to launch rehab, reconstruction activities". www.thenews.com.pk. Retrieved 2023-03-23.
  11. "Alkhidmat Foundation hands out ration as Christmas gifts". Dunya News. Retrieved 2023-03-22.
  12. "FAST NUCES Lahore - News Details". lhr.nu.edu.pk. Retrieved 2023-03-23.
  13. "Alkhidmat Foundation launched relief operations in Turkiye and Syria". The Nation. 2023-02-09. Retrieved 2023-03-23.
  14. FIA (2023-03-21). "Carrefour and AlKhidmat Foundation Partner to Help The Needy". INCPak. Retrieved 2023-03-23.
  15. "UAE-based Carrefour partners with Pakistani NGO to help the needy in Ramadan". Arab News PK. 2023-03-22. Retrieved 2023-03-23.
  16. "Aghosh UK, Alkhidmat Foundation raise funds for earthquake victims of Türkiye, Syria". Kashmir Media Service. 2023-03-22. Retrieved 2023-03-23.
  17. Şafak, Yeni. "Pakistani, Kashmiri diaspora in UK raises over $450,000 for quake-hit Türkiye, Syria". Yeni Şafak. Retrieved 2023-03-23.
  18. "List Of Top 5 Al-Khidmat Foundation Projects {Updated} » Personal Loan". personalloan.pk. 2023-03-22. Retrieved 2023-03-23.
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