Pearl Foundation

Non-profit based in Pakistan and the US focusing on poverty eradication through community programs since 2011.

With a mandate to assist vulnerable and impoverished communities in the United States, Pakistan, and other countries, Pearl Foundation’s mission is to help families and communities lift themselves out of poverty by providing them the basic assistance needed to do so in both the short-term and the long-term. Our interventions include assistance with food aid, clothing and other essential non-food i

tems, routine medical checkups and healthcare assistance, disaster relief, educational assistance, career and skill development, and the creation of job opportunities. Many of Pearl Foundation’s projects focus on short-term interventions, such as food aid and medical assistance for communities in need, and relief assistance for communities struggling to recover after crises such as natural disasters or conflict. Temporary shelter, access to clean water, weather-appropriate clothing, food and medicine are all immediate critical needs of those impacted by severe crises. Pearl Foundation aims to fill the gap in providing these essential items to those in need in the U.S., Pakistan, and across the world. Pearl Foundation also focuses on long-term interventions to build a culture of resiliency and self-reliance in impoverished communities that forms the foundation for poverty eradication. To this end, Pearl Foundation creates lasting impacts by establishing educational and healthcare facilities, providing vocational training and financial management services, and facilitating higher education opportunities through scholarships. For instance, one Pearl Foundation project aims to set up small instructional sewing schools in Pakistan where widows, orphans, or other disenfranchised people can learn sewing skills and contribute towards actual textile work. The finished products will be marketed through Pearl Foundation and its networks, with all proceeds returning directly to the workers and their communities. By providing people with a marketable skill set, aid beneficiaries would be actually working and earning their livelihood. This would help them become self-sufficient and gain the self-esteem and dignity needed to lift themselves out of poverty. For other community members in need of long-term assistance, Pearl Foundation works with communities to create local job opportunities and helps them secure employment through its professional and social networks. Educational assistance is a key aspect of Pearl Foundation’s mission. In line with our mission to help communities to empower and raise themselves out of the poverty cycle, Pearl Foundation funds scholarships for qualified students to attend institutes of higher education – traditionally a difficulty given the high costs of education and the limited availability of financial assistance. These scholarships are awarded to those who cannot otherwise afford education and have the merits to attain a college degree. For others in impoverished communities who seek religious education but do not have the means to attain qualified, accurate religious guidance, Pearl Foundation will provide the facilities and faculty to those that meet the need-based criteria, based upon personal interviews, reviews of tax returns and other financial documents. Pearl Foundation makes efficient use of our financial and technical resources. With all of our poverty interventions beginning with a process of conducting personal interviews and reviewing financial histories to assess an individual’s needs and difficulties, Pearl foundation is able to prioritize our actions to ensure maximum efficiency. It is after these assessments that Pearl Foundation will commit its resources to individuals or communities that are assessed to be in the most immediate need of assistance.

Fanning the passion for learning:towards women’s empowerment

11/16/2015

Fanning The Passion For Learning - a collaboration between Ali Fateh, Pearl Foundation and ONE SKY International - was covered by The News in Pakistan.

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Fanning the passion for learning:towards women’s empowerment There are ways one can give back to society, starting with ones own community. But the greatest good for another is not just share your riches, but reveal to them their own.

11/14/2015

11/10/2015

Abdul's story - A snapshot of poverty in Pakistan.

"I hope that one day I am able to provide for my mom like she has provided for me" Read more -->>

http://pearlfound.org/2015/10/21/abduls-story-a-snapshot-of-poverty-in-pakistan/

Abdul's Story - A Snapshot of Poverty in Pakistan Abdul is a 12 year old boy with a toothy grin, a dark complexion and matted black hair. I first met Abdul when he came to pick up his mother and sister who were employed as maids at a private resi...

Pearl Foundation — Pearl Foundation has on-going relief efforts...

11/07/2015

📷 Pearl Foundation has on-going relief efforts across Pakistan and in the US to help during different... https://t.co/25jc48dwRH

Pearl Foundation — Pearl Foundation has on-going relief efforts... Pearl Foundation has on-going relief efforts across Pakistan and in the US to help during different crises and disasters. These projects come up to help alleviate immediate needs during natural...

The Pearl Foundation on Instagram: “Pearl Foundation has on-going relief efforts across Pakistan...

11/07/2015

Pearl Foundation has on-going relief efforts across Pakistan and in the US to help during different… https://t.co/G9m0L5dypP

The Pearl Foundation on Instagram: “Pearl Foundation has on-going relief efforts across Pakistan... “Pearl Foundation has on-going relief efforts across Pakistan and in the US to help during different crises and disasters. These projects come up to help…”

Pakistan, India and Afghanistan rocked by earthquake – live updates

10/26/2015

Anyone in the Afghanistan / Pakistan / India region affected by the latest earthquake, we pray for your safety!

http://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2015/oct/26/earthquake-pakistan-india-and-afghanistan-live-updates

Pakistan, India and Afghanistan rocked by earthquake – live updates A powerful earthquake has struck south Asia, with tremors felt in northern Pakistan, India and Afghanistan

10/22/2015

Pearl Foundation (@PearlFoundOrg) | Twitter The latest Tweets from Pearl Foundation (). Non-profit based in Pakistan and the US focusing on poverty eradication through community programs since 2011. Lahore, Pakistan & DC, USA

Powerful images capture people in Pakistan living on just $2.00 a day

10/21/2015

Portraits of poverty: Powerful images capture the children, elderly, mystics and snake-charmers in Pakistan who survive against the odds on as little as $2.00 a day. (Source: Daily Mail)

Powerful images capture people in Pakistan living on just $2.00 a day People of the Pakistani city of Sahiwal have been captured in a series of expressive photographs, by Sohail Karmani. People in the city survive in extreme conditions on just £1.30 a day.

10/08/2015

Learn more about us and help us reach our goals by donating on our newly designed website. ---->

http://www.pearlfound.org

Pearl Foundation Non-profit based in Pakistan and the US focusing on poverty eradication through community programs since 2011

07/10/2015

Lots of exciting things happening and we are in need of a social media intern!! Send a cover letter and resume to [email protected] if you are interested.

‘Women share in poverty increasing in Pakistan’

11/03/2014

The percentage of women living in poverty in Pakistan is increasing, and economic inequality in society is on the rise. Work with us to eradicate poverty in . http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/national/08-Oct-2014/women-share-in-poverty-increasing-in-pakistan

‘Women share in poverty increasing in Pakistan’ ISLAMABAD – The Islamabad Women's Chamber of Commerce and Industry (IWCCI) on Wednesday said that share of women in poverty is rising in Pakistan as compare to men which need immediate attention of authorities. In a statement issued here, Chamber president Dr Zakia Hashmi said that many

10/06/2014

Eid Mubarak from here in Pakistan! Here at the Pearl Foundation headquarters in Lahore, meat was distributed to families in need. Please count your blessings and be grateful for all that you have in this world. Pictured is Muaz, 11 years old, who wants to go to school but instead works as a dish washer to support his family. Him and his family are part of the diverse community our programs support.

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