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Education: Changing the Future of Pakistan
The History of Thanksgiving and its Celebrations
Make a Difference this Thanksgiving!
Introduction To The Human Development Concept
HDF's Strategy of Giving
Latest Online Poll: How much did you spend on gifts per person this Eid-ul-Fitr, on average?
Allama Mohammad Iqbal: Poet & Reformer
Iqbal's Poetry & Works

Assalamu alaikum,

As Ramadan leaves us, Thanksgiving Day refreshes our spirit of giving and sharing.

Thanksgiving (Nov. 23rd) is a unique holiday in the sense that no single religion or community can lay its claim on it. It unites us with that Supreme Being who is the sole superpower of the universe. It brings out the uniqueness of this country where people of all religions and faiths from all parts of the world come and expect to be treated equally by the law of the land.

And at the same time it reminds us of our responsibility to other human beings for treating them as fairly and with same respect as we expect to be treated ourselves.

As we gather today with our friends and family for celebrating this special occasion by feasting and praying, we also think of those who are not able to do that and we ask ourselves how we can make life a little better for them.

HDF provides you with the opportunity to make life a little better for someone. We invite you to make a difference today with your donation!

Every year on November 9th, Pakistanis celebrate the birth of the poet-philosopher, Dr. Mohammad Iqbal, who played a vital role in the birth of Pakistan. This week review a collection of articles on his life, as well as links to some of his valuable classical works.

Peace,
HDF Team

Education: Changing the Future of Pakistan
Growing up as a middle child in a family of six, Hadees found himself out on the street most of the time. Hadees was never interested in getting an education. Someone suggested HDF’s “child friendly” school to Hadees’ skeptical parents. The results amazed them! [read more]

The History of Thanksgiving and its Celebrations
Throughout history mankind has celebrated the bountiful harvest with thanksgiving ceremonies. Before the establishment of formal religions many ancient farmers believed that their crops contained spirits which caused the crops to grow and die. [read more]

Make a Difference this Thanksgiving!
Join millions of Americans this Thanksgiving Day in the spirit of giving and sharing! Through your donation to HDF, you can empower a deserving person or a family to develop the required skills, resources, and confidence to stand on their feet. [read more]

Introduction To The Human Development Concept
Development must put people at the center of its concerns. Human development has four essential pillars: equity, sustainability, production and empowerment. It defines the ends of development and analyses sensible options for achieving them.[read more]

HDF's Strategy of Giving
Your donation helps us in many ways. Here is a brief explanation of how your donation may be used. We prioritize the spending based on which projects require funding urgently. [read more]

60% of our surveyees shared Ramadan with their collegues at work by educating them about Islam and Ramadan.

Survey Question: How will you Share Ramadan with your Co-workers this year?

By educating them about Islam and Ramadan	60.92%
By sharing my Iftar food with them at work	18.39%
By sending them Ramadan Greetings card	12.64%
By giving them a meaningful gift	8.05%

How much did you spend on gifts per person this Eid-ul-Fitr, on average?

Allama Mohammad Iqbal: Poet & Reformer
Iqbal was the first poet in Urdu who not only had the background of modern English education but also got educated in Western universities. His stay in Europe brought about radical changes in his thought and perception. His world-view underwent a sea change. [read more]

Iqbal's Poetry & Works
Most of Allama Iqbal's writings were devoted to a revival of Islam. He encouraged Muslims to embrace ideals of brotherhood, justice, and service. tried to free the Muslim mind from the prevailing colonial mentality and from Muslims' own narrow self-interests. [read more]

Help a Family Achieve Dignity for Just 50 cents a Day!
Your tax-deductible donation of just $15 per month will help us provide services for a family of eight. $30 per month supports two families. That’s just a dollar per day to help two families reach for dignity and well-being. Won’t you take a moment to donate now?

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The mission of HDF shall be to facilitate a non-political movement for a positive social change and community empowerment through mass literacy, enhanced quality of education, universal primary health care and grassroots economic development.

Date/Time Last Modified: 6/28/2002 5:32:03 PM

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