As Ramadan begins, we enter a month of reflection, and action. A month where we are reminded of the power of community, generosity, faith and how, together, we can change lives.
Across the world, millions are fasting without knowing what they will eat when they break their fast. Families in Gaza, Sudan and Syrian Refugees are struggling daily for food, clean water, and shelter. In these moments of hardship, we have the power to uplift and restore hope. At HDF, our mission is clear: to ensure that no one is left behind. This Ramadan, we are launching one of our most impactful humanitarian efforts yet: Together We Rise
One Ummah, One Plate: A Global Feeding Mission
Food is more than nourishment; it is security, dignity, and hope. Yet, across the world, families face daily hunger, uncertain of when their next meal will come. This Ramadan, our One Ummah, One Plate initiative is reaching communities in Gaza, Afghanistan, Yemen, Somalia, Sudan, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Kenya and Syrian Refugees ensuring that families have access to nutritious, culturally appropriate meals. Each carefully curated food pack contains an average of 56.77 kilograms (125 pounds) of food, designed to provide essentials to a family of 5-7 people for one month. These meals do more than feed; they restore strength, dignity, and the ability to focus on faith rather than survival because no one should have to fast without knowing what they will eat at sunset.
We are also providing critical food assistance to refugees in Turkey, Jordan, and Lebanon, supporting those who have been displaced by conflict and hardship. By sourcing food locally whenever possible, we not only provide immediate relief but also support local economies and livelihoods.
Iftar Smiles: Feeding the Fasting, Spreading Joy
The joy of iftar is something we cherish, the moment of relief, of gratitude, of sharing a meal with loved ones. But for many children around the world, iftar is uncertain. Through Iftar Smiles, we are ensuring that families who have nothing to break their fast with are provided with warm, nourishing meals.
We’ve seen the impact of giving a child the ability to eat after a long day of fasting thanks to our generous community and the relief of a mother who no longer has to worry about whether her children will go to sleep hungry. This initiative is more than just food, it’s about hope, happiness, and restoring faith in a better tomorrow.
Lift the Levant: Emergency Relief for Gaza & Syrian Refugees
The situation in Gaza and for Syrian refugees has surpassed critical levels. Families have been displaced, infrastructure has collapsed, and basic necessities are running out.
With hospitals overwhelmed, food supplies are disappearing, and entire communities are being forced into survival mode. Through HDF’s Lift the Levant initiative we’ve been providing:
- Emergency food aid to families on the brink of starvation
- Medical supplies and care to hospitals struggling to treat the wounded
- Shelter and relief to those who have lost their livelihoods
These communities need urgent action and Ramadan is the time to rise as one Ummah and stand with them.
Month of Giving: Sudan & Gaza Relief
For families in Sudan and Gaza, every day is a fight for survival. The devastation caused by conflict, displacement, and food insecurity is pushing families to the brink. This Ramadan, our Month of Giving campaign is providing:
- Shelter for displaced families, giving them safety and security.
- Daily bread to struggling families, ensuring that hunger does not win.
- Infant care support, providing essential nutrition for babies at risk of malnutrition.
Through your support, we are bringing relief, stability, and a path to rebuilding. Because when we stand together, we can restore hope in the face of devastation.
Together, We Rise This Ramadan
From feeding families across the world through One Ummah, One Plate, to bringing relief to children and refugees through Iftar Smiles and Lift the Levant, to offering stability and security through our Month of Giving, our collective action can change the reality for those in crisis. As we embrace the blessings of Ramadan, we are reminded that true generosity is not just about giving, but about transforming lives by showing up wherever and whenever we can. Every meal shared, every drop of water provided, every shelter built is more than relief, it is hope restored, dignity preserved, and faith strengthened. You have the opportunity to join in hands with HDF by supporting the initiatives above and if you’d like to be a part of the community, bring your friends/family to upcoming events near you linked below.
Join us in this movement. Spread the word. Get involved. Make a difference.
- Together We Rise: Iftar Across America – Atlanta: Secure your spot!
- Together We Rise: Iftar Across America – Harrisburg, PA: Get your tickets now!
May every meal served, every gift given, and every heart uplifted be a Sadaqah Jariyah for all who made this mission possible.
