annual report

ANNUAL REPORT

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A Message From Our CEO

Assalaamu Alaykum (peace be on to you), The year 2020 will go down in history as one of the most challenging

challenge was how to effectively reach donors and the community in this

times the world has faced in recent memory. The unprecedented

new space. This allowed many charities to evaluate their operations

events of 2020 have tested the resiliency of mankind in so many ways.

(fundraising, marketing and programs). We found innovative ways to

Thousands lost their lives while millions lost their livelihoods and faced

connect with one another, with our donors and beneficiaries. We saw the

food insecurity. During this pandemic, we also witnessed the unwaver-

true manifestation of the words of Allah (

ing spirit of our donors who rushed to aid the helpless. This noble and

hardship” [94:5]

selfless quality was praised by Allah (

) – “Indeed there is ease with

) in the Quran [59:9] as being

the ones who prefer others above themselves.

At Helping Hand, we realized this is as an opportunity for us to focus on our

We saw the quality of helping others for the pleasure of God on

internal professional development, deployment of new tools and technolo-

display in these trying times. This gives us hope in the mercy of

gies and building relationships with our donors and beneficiaries. We have

Allah (

expanded our programs and found new ways to serve our beneficiaries.

), as our beloved Prophet (

) promised Allah’s help for all

those who continue to serve their brothers. Humanity is in dire need of

This was an opportunity for “capacity building” and planning for the future.

Allah’s help in these extremely

I strongly feel that once the pandemic is over, the Muslim charity sector will

difficult times.

emerge stronger and capable to serve more effectively Insha’Allah.

The year 2020 was a trial on so many fronts, yet it provided humanity

I want to take this opportunity and thank you for being our partner on this

with amazing opportunities. Ramadan 2020 proved to be the most

journey to make the world a better place. I hope you will find the

challenging Ramadan for all Muslims who were forced to spend this

2020 Impact Report as a “score card” for what we have been able to

spiritual month in isolation at home away from their masjid, family

accomplish together, Alhamdullilah.

and community. This challenge provided Muslim charities and nonprofits with opportunities for establishing their online presence in

Sincerely,

new and innovative ways. We saw the creativity and explosion of

Javaid Siddiqi

online programming and virtual events. Social media, virtual fundraisers and online meetings on Zoom became the new norm. The

CEO, Helping Hand for Relief and Development

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Financials

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HHRD Consolidated Statement of Financial Position

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HHRD Consolidated Statement of Activities

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HHRD ANNUAL REPORT 2021

Our Partners ­ ­

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HHRD Agencies and Institutional Donors

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Worldwide Operations ¢ ­ ­ £ £ ­ ­

Countries Served Haiti India Indonesia Japan Jordan Kashmir Valley Kenya Kosovo Lebanon Nepal Malawi Malaysia Mali Mexico Morocco Montenegro Myanmar

Afghanistan Albania Bangladesh (including Rohingya Refugees) Bosnia and Herzegovina Brazil Burma (Myanmar) Burundi Cambodia Central African Republic Chad Djibouti Dominican Republic Ecuador Ethiopia Ghana Guyana

Niger Pakistan Peru Philippines Rwanda Sierra Leone South Africa South Sudan Sri Lanka Sudan (Darfur) Somalia Tanzania Thailand Tunisia Turkey Uganda Vietnam

*Awarded International NGO Status

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Magnified Impact

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2021 Impact Report Lives Changed

11,026,333

COVID-19 Relief

193,700

Winter Provisions

Education Support

beneficiaries

students

47,236

17,904

Healthcare and Nutrition

Water for Life

438,909 patients

1,198,500 beneficiaries

Global Qurbani

1,262,000 recipients

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HHRD ANNUAL REPORT 2021

In Kind Gifts

4,718,872 beneficiaries

Youth Empowerment individuals

8,256

Infrastructure Development

13,248 homes

Orphans Supported

66,300

Skills Development & Livelihood

16,641

trainees

240

Companies

Matched

4,144 Donations

Aqeeqah/Sadaqah Qurbani

3,387,582 recipients

Emergency Disaster Response

Water And Sanitation Hygiene

beneficiaries

washrooms

386,550

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Supported Children with Disabilities

5,600

Comprehensive Physical Rehabilitation

91,419 patients

Ramadan Meals served

264,311

As we continue to navigate through the challenges of this new normal, we are honored by your unwavering support to assist marginalized and poverty-stricken communities.

Please take a moment to see how many lives were impacted by your generosity. With 17 years of service, being rated as one of the top Zakat eligible charities by Charity Navigator, accredited by BBB with an A+ rating, and part of InterAction, HHRD is a trusted name among households across the country.

We thank you for your support!

Core Values:

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2021 Ramadan Report 790,821 Zakat Beneficiaries

417,822

Ramadan Food Package Recipients

307,441

Water Program and Sanitation Hygiene Beneficiaries

23,456

Received Life Saving Healthcare

233,032+ Refugees Assisted

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Homes for Syrian and Rohingya Refugees

Students Educated

7,555 Orphans Supported

627

76,804 Covid-19 Response Beneficiaries

Skills Development and Livelihood Program Students Sponsored

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196 602

Disabled Children Supported

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Board of Trustees

Leadership Team:

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Contact Us Michigan Office (HQ) Rafi Hussaini (734) 560-2428 Nuzhat Jawed (313) 279-5378 21199 Hilltop St. Southfield, MI 48033

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