As-Salaam Foundation are continuing their partnership with the Saalik Youth Initiative in Sheffield. This partnership is underpinned by a shared vision of empowering the underprivileged and fostering community solidarity. In 2026, we are set to launch a series of projects to support the Foundation’s core projects, from education to health and wellbeing.
Financial Highlights:
2024: £52,790.89
2025: £35,186.50
Completed
Completed
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Ongoing
OngoingWe are a Grass Roots Youth Project driven by a vibrant community of young minds with a passion to create positive change in disadvantaged areas of Sheffield through sports activities, youth club, workshops, education and trips. Led by Imran Ali, we comprise of around 250 dedicated individuals eager to make a difference, our project is a hub of creativity, collaboration, and compassion. We’re united by our shared goal to initiate impactful projects that address pressing issues, uplift communities, and foster a spirit of empowerment. Through innovative ideas, collective enthusiasm, and a commitment to service, we aim to cultivate a space where each member’s voice is heard and valued anywhere from the ages of 6 upwards to 25.
As we embark on the new year, we are filled with aspirations and a commitment to make a meaningful impact. Saalik Youth Project is eager to dedicate our time and energy towards As-Salaam Foundation in 2026. We recognise the power we hold collectively to effect positive change on a larger scale, and we aim to channel this energy into volunteer efforts that align with our values of compassion and community service.
By lending our hands and hearts to this cause, we aim to contribute to their impactful initiatives and make a tangible difference in the lives of those they serve.
Join us on this journey of discovery, learning, and meaningful contribution as we strive to make a lasting impact together! 🙌
Our Aim
Through 2026 we endeavor to raise over £45,000 and support four core projects that are close to our hearts.
Our Objectives
Our core values give us a framework for our operational decisions.Our core values give us a framework for our operational decisions. The following core values and beliefs define what's important to us at As-Salaam Humanitarian Foundation. The following core values and beliefs define what’s important to us at As-Salaam Humanitarian Foundation.
All donations and expenses are 100% audited and shared with our stakeholders, upholding our duty of custody. To support the advancement of young people and the community facing disadvantage, with a focus on ages 6-25 and those from ethnically diverse backgrounds and origins. To advance their interest, confidence, self-esteem and aspirations enabling them to realise their potential by promoting and providing various cultural, educational, social and recreational activities.
All actions are driven by our sincerity to fulfil the rights of mankind when responding to poverty and suffering.To campaign for equitable access including services and facilities use for young people and the population of Pitsmoor, Burngreave, Fir Vale and its environs including managing any premises as may be acquired for the purposes of the organisation and its participants.
To inform, support, advise, develop courses, provide lectures, classes, meetings, conferences, and help on matters of interest and needs to young people, parents and the wider community including issues such as health and wellbeing, mental health, parenting, employability, personal development, fitness, poverty, crime and violence and dealing with conflict.
To develop and nurture long term relationships with young people and the local community, to enhance community cohesion and interaction, including one to one mentoring support.
To co-design and develop activities via consultation with young people to inform, educate, safeguard and enhance ability to make informed choices.
To provide opportunities, training and pathways to/for volunteers and community participants.
#1For1 Appeal – Feed a Fasting Person
Project Completed
Alhamdulillah, with the generous support of our donors, we successfully raised £14,281.64 through the £1 for 1 Appeal. This enabled us to provide 14,281 hot meals to fasting individuals during Ramadan 2026 across six countries: Pakistan, Yemen, Uganda, Nepal, Palestine, and Sri Lanka.
The Situation in the Chosen Countries
Millions of families around the world continue to face poverty, displacement, conflict, and rising food costs. For many vulnerable people, securing a meal to break their fast during Ramadan is a daily challenge.
Key Facts by Country:
- Pakistan: Over 40% of the population lives below the poverty line, with food insecurity continuing to rise.
- Yemen: More than 17 million people face acute hunger as a result of ongoing conflict.
- Uganda: Hosts one of the world’s largest refugee populations, many of whom struggle to afford daily meals.
- Nepal: Millions of families survive on less than £2 per day, particularly in rural communities.
- Palestine: Many families rely on food aid due to ongoing restrictions and economic hardship.
- Sri Lanka: Rising living costs and economic challenges have left many households unable to afford sufficient food.
What Was Achieved
Thanks to your support, 14,281 fasting individuals received nutritious iftar meals during Ramadan 2026. These distributions brought relief, dignity, and comfort to families facing hardship, allowing them to break their fast with a wholesome meal.
Impact of Your Support
For many beneficiaries, your £1 donation meant the difference between going hungry and having a meal to break their fast. Through this appeal, donors shared in the blessings of Ramadan while supporting some of the world’s most vulnerable communities.
“Whoever gives food for a fasting person to break his fast will have a reward like his.”
(Tirmidhi)
We pray that Allah (SWT) accepts your generous donations, blesses you abundantly, and makes this project a source of ongoing reward for you and your families. Ameen.
Wheelchair Distribution Appeal – Restoring Mobility
Project Completed
Alhamdulillah, this appeal successfully provided 100 wheelchairs to individuals living with physical disabilities in Bahawalnagar, Punjab, Pakistan. The distribution was personally overseen by Director of SYP, Imran Ali, who travelled to Pakistan on deployment to ensure the wheelchairs reached those most in need. A total of £6,500 was raised.
The Situation in Pakistan
Pakistan is home to an estimated 27 million people living with disabilities, many of whom face significant challenges due to poverty and a lack of access to essential mobility equipment. Without wheelchairs, countless individuals remain confined to their homes, limiting their access to education, employment, healthcare, and community life.
What Was Achieved
Through the generosity of our donors, 100 wheelchairs were distributed to vulnerable beneficiaries across Bahawalnagar. These wheelchairs have helped restore mobility, independence, dignity, and hope to individuals who previously struggled with daily movement. The project has enabled recipients to participate more actively in family life, education, work, and worship.
Impact of Your Support
A wheelchair is more than just a mobility aid—it is a life-changing gift. By supporting this appeal, donors helped transform the lives of disabled individuals and their families, providing greater freedom, confidence, and opportunity.
“Allah will help His servant as long as the servant helps his brother.”
(Muslim)
May Allah reward all those who contributed to this successful project and make it a source of ongoing benefit for every donor involved. Ameen.
Empowering Communities - Fruit Cart Distribution
Project Completed
Alhamdulillah, through the generous support of Saalik Youth Project (SYP), this appeal successfully provided 30 fully stocked fruit carts to vulnerable individuals in Bahawalnagar, Punjab, Pakistan. The distribution was personally overseen by Director of SYP, Imran Ali, who travelled to Pakistan on deployment to ensure the fruit carts reached those most in need.
The Situation in Pakistan
Bahawalnagar is a predominantly rural district in Punjab where agriculture is the main source of income for many families. Despite its rich agricultural heritage, widespread poverty, seasonal employment, and limited economic opportunities leave many households struggling to earn a stable income. For those without work or financial support, starting a small business is often impossible due to the high cost of equipment and stock.
What Was Achieved
Through the generosity of our supporters, 30 fully stocked fruit carts were distributed to individuals facing financial hardship across Bahawalnagar. Each cart was equipped with fresh produce, enabling recipients to immediately begin trading and earning an income. Rather than providing temporary relief, this project gave beneficiaries the opportunity to establish sustainable livelihoods and work towards long-term financial independence.
Impact of Your Support
A fruit cart is more than just a means of selling produce—it is an opportunity to restore dignity, provide financial stability, and create a brighter future for an entire family. By supporting this appeal, donors helped empower vulnerable individuals to become self-sufficient, support their households, and build lasting livelihoods within their communities.
“The best of people are those who are most beneficial to others.”
(al-Mu’jam al-Awsat)
May Allah reward every donor who contributed to this project, place barakah in the livelihoods of all those who received support, and make it a source of ongoing reward for everyone involved. Ameen.
Build a Masjid Appeal - A Lasting Legacy
Project Completed
Alhamdulillah, through the generous support of our donors, construction has now been completed on a new 250-capacity Masjid in Pakistan, providing a dedicated place of worship for a community with limited access to suitable prayer facilities.
During a deployment visit in May 2026, Director of Saalik Youth Project (SYP), Imran Ali, personally laid the first brick, marking the official beginning of this blessed project. Through the generosity of supporters, a total of £6,250 was raised, enabling the Masjid to be completed and opened for the benefit of the local community.
The Need in Pakistan
Pakistan has a population of more than 240 million people, with many rural and underdeveloped communities continuing to face limited access to suitable places of worship. In some areas, existing Masjids are overcrowded or located considerable distances away, creating difficulties for worshippers, particularly during Jumu’ah, Ramadan and major Islamic gatherings.
A Masjid is far more than simply a place to perform Salah. It can become the heart of a community, providing Islamic education, Qur’an classes, community support, charity distributions and a safe space where people can come together.
For many children in rural communities, the local Masjid also provides an important opportunity to learn the Qur’an, Tajweed, Islamic manners and essential religious knowledge.
What Was Achieved
With the support of generous donors, the new Masjid has now been successfully completed and can accommodate approximately 250 worshippers.
The project began when Imran Ali personally laid the first brick during his visit to Pakistan in May 2026, and the completed Masjid will now provide the local community with a permanent and accessible place for daily prayers, Jumu’ah, Ramadan activities and Islamic education.
Beyond worship, the Masjid will also be used to support wider humanitarian activities, including food distributions, Zakat programmes and emergency relief initiatives, helping vulnerable families within the surrounding community.
Impact of Your Support
A Masjid is one of the most powerful forms of Sadaqah Jariyah – continuous charity. Its impact extends far beyond the physical building.
Every Salah performed, every verse of Qur’an recited, every child taught and every charitable activity carried out within the Masjid has the potential to benefit the community for generations to come.
By contributing towards this project, donors have helped establish a lasting place of worship, learning and community support that, Insha’Allah, will continue serving local families for many years.
“Whoever builds a mosque for Allah, Allah will build for him a house in Paradise.”
(Bukhari & Muslim)
May Allah accept this Masjid from everyone who contributed towards its construction, place barakah within it, allow it to benefit generations of worshippers and make it a source of continuous reward for all those involved. Ameen.
A Thosand Meals for Gaza - Palestine
Project Appeal
As-Salaam Humanitarian Foundation is currently raising funds to provide 1,000 freshly prepared hot meals to vulnerable families across Gaza. Working through trusted teams on the ground, donations will help community kitchens prepare and distribute nutritious meals to families facing severe hardship, including displaced families, children, the elderly and those struggling to access or prepare food.
The Situation in Gaza
Families across Gaza continue to face serious food insecurity, displacement and disruption to everyday life. According to the World Food Programme, around 1.4 million people in Gaza are facing high levels of acute food insecurity, with many families remaining dependent on humanitarian assistance. Limited household income, damaged infrastructure and difficulties accessing ingredients and cooking fuel mean that a prepared hot meal can provide vital daily support.
Community kitchens continue to play an important role in meeting these needs. Humanitarian organisations are currently preparing hundreds of thousands of meals each day across Gaza, demonstrating the continuing demand for cooked food assistance.
What We Aim to Achieve
Through this appeal, we aim to fund the preparation and distribution of 1,000 hot, freshly cooked meals to families across Gaza. Donations will contribute towards essential ingredients, meal preparation and distribution through local teams and community kitchens.
Our aim is simple: to ensure that families facing hardship can receive a dignified, ready-to-eat meal without having to worry about finding ingredients, cooking facilities or fuel.
Impact of Your Support
A hot meal may seem simple, but for a family struggling to meet their basic needs, it can provide immediate relief and reassurance. Your donation can help put food directly into the hands of those who need it most and allow parents to provide a meal for their children during an incredibly difficult period.
Every contribution, whether it provides one meal or helps feed an entire family, can make a meaningful difference.
“Whoever saves a life, it is as if they have saved all of humanity.”
(Qur’an 5:32)
May Allah reward every donor who supports this appeal, place barakah in every meal provided, ease the hardship of the people of Gaza and make every contribution a source of ongoing reward. Ameen.
Small Water Pumps Appeal - Water is Life
What is the Small Water Pumps Appeal?
This project provides 20m handpumps to communities without access to clean water. It supports:
- Bangladesh (Rohingya Muslims) – £170
- Pakistan – £75
- Nepal – £80
- Sri Lanka – £105
- Uganda – £200
Key Facts by Country:
- Bangladesh (Rohingya): Over 1 million refugees rely on shared or unsafe water sources.
- Pakistan: Around 21 million people lack access to clean drinking water.
- Nepal: Many rural communities depend on seasonal or contaminated water supplies.
- Sri Lanka: Drought-prone regions suffer from chronic water shortages.
- Uganda: Women and children often walk several kilometres daily to fetch water.
A Short Hadith
Clean water saves lives, prevents disease, and is a powerful form of Sadaqah Jariyah, benefiting communities every single day.
The Prophet ﷺ said:
“The best charity is giving water.”
(Ahmad)