People
Helping
People

We are a Canadian registered charity collaborating with global partners to drive impactful relief and development initiatives.

Our efforts span across borders, aiming to alleviate both immediate challenges, and long-term hardships. Grounded in Islamic principles of human dignity, self-reliance, social justice and equality, we provide effective humanitarian aid and sustainable development. 

Simply put, we are people helping people.

1984

founded

4M+

people helped in 2024

40+

active countries

HERE’S WHAT WE DO BEST

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Emergency
Response
We help communities dream of a life beyond the crisis, by integrating urgent relief and long-term development.
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Food
Security
Our goal is to ensure families receive enough food to eat at least 3 times a day, inclusive of nutritious, culturally appropriate meals to ensure they have a healthy diet.
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Water, Sanitation,
Hygiene
With the help of sustainable technologies, we're establishing water wells, water trucking and sanitation infrastructure, we hope to improve accessibility, prevent disease, and empower communities.
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Healthcare
We provide access to premium, essential health care services to families in need. Families who are otherwise unable to access even the most basic medical care.
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Education
Our holistic programs help eliminate barriers to education for marginalized children across the world. In addition to education infrastructure, they receive access to school meals and supplies.
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Economic
Development
We empower communities through sustainable economic initiatives, providing skills training, microfinancing, and business development support.

Our values

Human dignity

IDRF’s humanitarian work does not stop at providing aid – it goes further by working to ensure that each person can live a life of dignity and opportunity.

Self Reliance​

Our programs are designed to foster self-reliance, equipping communities with the tools and opportunities they need to shape their own futures.

Social justice​

At the heart of our mission is a commitment to social justice, ensuring equitable access to resources and opportunities. We advocate for fair systems and sustainable solutions that create real change, for the collective good.

SUstainability

Our focus on sustainability ensures that the solutions we provide are not just immediate but long-term, mindful of environmental impact, cultural relevance, and community ownership.

OUR COMMITMENT

We are committed to providing equitable distribution and access to development resources and programming to all. We promise to do so in a way that respects the cultural, religious, and spiritual integrity of all beneficiaries and promotes social justice and equality.

JOIN OUR TEAM

At IDRF, we are driven by compassion, innovation, and a shared commitment to creating lasting change. Be part of a dynamic team that works to improve lives globally through impactful programs and partnerships.