Fighting Hunger and Thirst in Azad Kashmir: Six Stories of Hope

Azad Kashmir, a land of stunning beauty, is also a region marked by struggle. Beneath the mountains and valleys lie stories of poverty, hunger, and deprivation. For many families, a daily meal is not guaranteed, and clean water is often miles away.

But with the help of compassionate donors from the UK, the Kashmir Welfare Foundation has been able to bring relief, dignity, and hope. Through food packs that feed families for a month and water wells that serve villages for generations, lives are being transformed.

Here are six real stories that show how your donations change everything.

Aisha’s Story: From Hunger to Happiness

Aisha is just nine years old. Before our intervention, her mother often put her to bed with nothing but a cup of water. Malnutrition had made her weak and withdrawn.

When donors funded food packs for Aisha’s village, her family received rice, flour, lentils, oil, and sugar—enough to feed them for a full month. Today, Aisha eats regular meals and has the strength to play, learn, and smile again. Her laughter is proof that hunger does not have to define a child’s future.

One food pack means survival for a whole family. Will you give that gift today? Donate Food Packs

Ali’s Journey: From Contaminated Water to Clean Wells

Ali used to walk two hours daily to fetch water from a muddy stream. The water often made him and his siblings sick. His dream of attending school was constantly interrupted by illness.

Thanks to your support, a water well was built in his village. Now Ali has clean, safe drinking water just minutes from his home. Instead of carrying heavy buckets, he carries books. He dreams of becoming a teacher, showing how access to clean water unlocks education and opportunity.

Every water well is a legacy. Give the gift of clean water today. Build a Water Well

Fatima’s Miracle: A Mother’s Fight Against Poverty

Fatima, a widow with three children, used to stretch scraps of bread to keep her children alive. Widows in Azad Kashmir often face impossible choices—feed their children or send them to school.

With regular food packs from Kashmir Welfare Foundation, Fatima no longer chooses between hunger and education. Her children are nourished and attending school. She says, “I can breathe again. My children have hope because someone in the UK remembered us.”

This is the reality of Zakat and Sadaqah in action—lifting widows out of despair.

Hassan’s Hope: When a Well Becomes a Community’s Heart

Hassan’s village once depended on rainwater. In dry months, families walked for miles. Quarrels often broke out over water scarcity.

When a donor-funded water well was installed, everything changed. Clean water became a shared blessing, bringing neighbours together. Hassan says, “This well is more than water. It gave us peace, health, and unity.”

Raza’s Resilience: Surviving an Economic Downturn

Raza was a father of two when he lost his job in the nearby town. Returning home, he had no way to feed his family. Days stretched without proper meals, and his confidence crumbled.

A food pack from the Kashmir Welfare Foundation arrived just in time. Raza says it gave him “the strength to try again”. Soon after, he found small work and is back on his feet. This is the bridge between despair and dignity that your donations create.

Sara’s Success: Education Through Nourishment

Sara, the eldest daughter of a struggling family, dreamed of becoming a nurse. But with her family’s hunger and water scarcity, education seemed impossible.

After receiving food packs and benefiting from a village water well, Sara’s family stabilised. She could finally focus on her studies and now tutors younger children in her community. She says, “When donors supported us, they supported every girl like me who wants to make a difference.”

The Power of Your Donation

These stories from Azad Kashmir prove that a food pack is more than food, and a water well is more than water. They are symbols of hope, empowerment, and survival.

When UK donors give their Zakat, Sadaqah, or regular donations through the Kashmir Welfare Foundation, they don’t just provide aid—they change lives forever.

Together, let’s continue to fight poverty and ensure no child in Azad Kashmir goes to bed hungry or thirsty again.

FAQ

1. How much does a food pack cost?
A typical food pack provides rice, flour, lentils, oil, and essentials for one family for a month. Costs vary, but every pound you give stretches to fight hunger.

2. How long does a water well last?
Our water wells are built to last decades, serving entire communities for generations. This is why donors often give as Sadaqah Jariya, ensuring continuous blessings.

3. Can I give Zakat towards food packs and water wells?
Yes, both projects are fully Zakat-eligible, making them an excellent way to fulfil your religious obligation while helping those most in need.

4. Do donations go directly to Azad Kashmir?
Yes. Kashmir Welfare Foundation ensures 100% transparency and works directly in Azad Kashmir to deliver aid where it’s needed most.

5. Why should UK donors support Kashmir specifically?
Because Azad Kashmir is often overlooked. The diaspora connection means UK giving directly strengthens families back home, ensuring no one is forgotten.