HMR envisions a just and inclusive society where every individual, regardless of ability, has access to dignity, equal opportunities, and the tools needed to live an independent, empowered life.

HMR was founded by Amnah Aftab and Areej Farouque—two mothers raising children with special needs—who turned their personal journey into a nationwide movement to advocate for those often left unseen and unsupported.

Unlike traditional welfare models, HMR offers a holistic ecosystem that combines academic education, therapeutic support, economic empowerment, and lifelong care through research-driven, community-rooted programs.

5. What are the flagship projects currently operated by HMR? HMR operates several core programs including: Mashal-e-Iqra (Girls’ Education) Mashal-e-Noor (Rehabilitation for abandoned children) Maskan (Skill training for PWDs) Mashal-e-Rozgar (Entrepreneurship for graduates) Bright Beginnings (For adult neurodivergents) Mashal-e-Shifa (Medical outreach) Noor-e-Maskan (Rehabilitation & Nursing Home with Research Center)

Mashal-e-Rozgar bridges the gap between training and independence by helping graduates launch small businesses through tools such as food carts, sewing machines, and grocery setups—empowering over 850 individuals with economic autonomy.

Through fully funded academics, supplies, and developmental resources, Mashal-e-Iqra has enrolled and empowered over 7,500 girls from underserved regions in District Kasur, nurturing academic and personal growth from primary to matric levels.

Mashal-e-Iqra provides full academic support—from uniforms to tuition—for over 7,500 underprivileged girls in rural Kasur, promoting literacy and dignity from primary to matric levels.

Mashal-e-Noor supports mentally challenged and abandoned children by offering a structured environment with free therapies, nutrition, shelter, clothing, and continuous emotional support—benefiting over 4,200 children to date.

Mashal-e-Noor rehabilitates abandoned and mentally challenged children through free therapy, housing, nutrition, clothing, and emotional care—restoring life to over 4,200 children.

Maskan provides free skill development with TEVTA- and PSDF-certified vocational training for persons with disabilities, offering skills like baking, stitching, IT, and call center operations—combined with free meals, transport, and medical support for over 3,500 students.

HMR Bright Beginnings is a pioneering institute that offers therapeutic programs, life skills training, and vocational development to help neurodivergent adults transition toward independent and socially integrated living.

HMR has signed MOUs with over 18 academic institutions, government departments, tech giants like Google, and NGOs to co-create inclusive programs, research initiatives, and workforce development pipelines.

HMR has implemented skills training programs for marginalized women across Kasur, Chishtian, and Islamabad—equipping over 2,800 women with income-generating capabilities in tailoring, food services, and digital skills.

Through a multi-project strategy and targeted outreach, HMR has directly impacted more than 1.5 million lives across Pakistan through education, medical services, rehabilitation, disaster response, and social reintegration.

This project offers free medical treatment, assistive devices (wheelchairs, white canes), and outreach to over 8,600 medically underserved people.

HMR has earned honors from the First Lady of Pakistan, WHO, Hero of Corona War, and UNICEF, with over 200 electronic features and 60+ awards and print recognitions.

HMR runs nationwide Ramadan Drives (reaching 10 Lac+ people), Eid Gift Drives, Free Medical Camps, and Flood/COVID Relief—reaching over 5 million total beneficiaries.

Through an online shop and physical stalls, neurodivergent students sell stitched apparel, artwork, and baked goods—raising over Rs. 6 Lacs in revenue.

By funding HMR projects, therapy units, or scholarship endowments. Donors are honored on the Donor Wall and their contributions create long-term impact.

HMR runs one of Pakistan’s largest structured volunteer and internship programs, involving over 10,000 volunteers and 5,000 interns in education, therapy, health, and event management.

Yes. HMR offers verified banking channels and allows targeted donations toward Zakaat, Sadqaah, or specific project sponsorships.

Yes. Donors can sponsor therapy units, name Noor-e-Maskan blocks, or directly support students and neurodivergent adults.

Yes. HMR reaches over 5 million beneficiaries through COVID relief, flood support, and Ramadan drives, in addition to Mashal-e-Shifa medical outreach.

Yes. HMR supports over 10,000 caregivers and parents with mental wellness and emotional support programs.

Yes. Donations are traceable, projects are externally audited by KPMG, and fund utilization reports are regularly shared with donors.

Yes. HMR provides tailored CSR plans, co-branding opportunities, and impact storytelling for businesses and corporate partners.

Absolutely. HMR shares case studies, data, and outcome reports to show exactly how donations make a difference.

Yes. You’re not just donating—you’re restoring dignity, building futures, and shaping a more inclusive Pakistan.

Noor-e-Maskan is a long-term care and rehabilitation facility for neurodivergent individuals, offering 24/7 nursing, therapy, vocational training, and residential care—all integrated with a research and training center.

Yes. Donations through Mashal-e-Noor provide complete rehabilitation, shelter, and emotional support for abandoned and mentally challenged children.

It will generate case studies, data, and evidence-based models to influence national disability policy, develop professional curricula, and set care standards.

Noor-e-Maskan offers gender-segregated hostels, physiotherapy, speech and behavioral therapy, adaptive vocational programs, recreation, and 24/7 medical supervision.

It will support disability policy reform, professional training, and scalable models for rehabilitation and inclusive care nationwide.

Pakistan lacks long-term residential care facilities for neurodivergent individuals and has no infrastructure for aging caregivers. Noor-e-Maskan fills this gap.

Donors can contribute by sponsoring therapy rooms, medical units, or research facilities—or symbolically by donating PKR 1,000 for a construction brick.

Yes. HMR allows donors to support individual girls’ education, therapy sessions, or vocational training with regular progress updates.

Your donation reaches carefully vetted beneficiaries via structured, transparent programs—delivering real, measurable change.

Visit www.hummashalerah.org for donation options, volunteer sign-up, partnership inquiries, and verified Zakaat/Sadqaah channels.