Every single day, 120 children walk through the gates of our school in Azad Kashmir with hope in their hearts and dreams in their minds. But for many of them, there is something missing.
Not books. Not teachers. Not ambition.
Food.
For some of these children, the meal they receive at school is not just lunch. It is the only proper meal they will eat that entire day. Without it, hunger follows them into the classroom, sits beside them at their desks, and quietly steals their ability to learn.
👉 Feed a child. Fuel a future. Change a life.
Not a Programme. Not a Statistic. This Is Real.
This is not a distant project in a place you will never see. This is your school. Built with your support. Run by our teams on the ground. Filled with children whose names, faces, and stories we know.
Located in Shah Kot on Azad Kashmir’s Line Of Control, access to stable income is limited, food prices continue to rise, and many families live day to day. Harsh winters, difficult terrain, and limited infrastructure only make life harder.
Every meal we provide is prepared with one simple purpose. To ensure that no child in our school sits in a classroom distracted by hunger. Children are given a warm, freshly prepared meal each day using locally sourced ingredients.
This typically includes rice or roti, lentils or vegetables, and whenever possible, a source of protein. It is simple food, but it is nourishing, filling, and consistent.
Children walk long distances to reach school. Some come without breakfast. Some come without eating since the night before.
And yet, they still come. Because education is their only way forward.
Hunger in Azad Kashmir
Hunger is not always visible. But its effects are everywhere.
In parts of Pakistan and Azad Kashmir:
Malnutrition does not just affect the body. It affects the mind.
It weakens concentration, reduces memory, slows development, and increases illness. A child who is hungry today is already at a disadvantage tomorrow.
Hunger Inside the Classroom
This is what hunger looks like in real life:
Children struggling to stay focused during lessons
Children becoming tired and withdrawn before midday
Children missing school altogether because there is no food at home
Children falling behind, not because they lack ability, but because they lack nutrition
This is not about laziness. This is not about discipline.
This is about survival.
From Hunger to Hope
Zain is one of the children in our school.
When we first met him, he was quiet, weak, and often absent. His attendance was low, and when he did come to school, he struggled to concentrate. His teachers noticed he would sit silently, unable to engage, often too tired to participate.
We later discovered the truth. Zain was only eating one small meal a day. He was frequently ill. His body was weak. His mind was exhausted. Education was not his focus. Survival was.
After introducing regular school meals, everything began to change. Zain started attending school consistently. His energy improved. He began taking part in lessons. He started smiling, interacting, and learning again.
Today, Zain is no longer just surviving. He is progressing.
This is the difference a meal can make.
A Daily Meal That Changes Everything
Providing a simple, nutritious meal at school creates immediate and lasting impact.
It gives children the energy they need to focus
It improves attendance and reduces dropouts
It strengthens their health and immunity
It restores dignity and confidence
Most importantly, it allows them to learn. A meal is not just food. It is access to education.
What Your Donation Can Do
Your support directly feeds children in our school.
You can go further:
Every contribution brings us closer to ensuring that all 120 children are fed, every single day, without interruption.
Breaking the Cycle
When you feed a child, you are not just solving today’s problem.
You are:
Keeping them in education
Reducing pressure on struggling families
Improving long-term health outcomes
Giving them a real chance at a better future
Hunger and poverty are deeply connected. Education is the way out. But education cannot happen on an empty stomach.
For many of these children, this is not an extra meal. It is the meal they rely on.
Without it, their energy drops, their focus fades, and their ability to learn is affected. With it, everything begins to change. They are more alert in lessons, more engaged with their teachers, and more confident in themselves. Over time, their health improves, their attendance becomes more consistent, and their progress in school becomes visible.
This support goes beyond the classroom. For families facing financial hardship, knowing that their child will receive a meal at school removes a daily burden. It gives parents peace of mind and encourages them to keep their children in education.
This Is Needed Every Day
This is not a one-time project.
These children need to eat every day. Without consistent support, these meals stop. And when the meals stop, everything else begins to fall apart. Attendance drops. Health declines. Progress reverses.
We cannot allow that to happen.
Unlike large-scale programmes, this is delivered directly within our own school. Meals are prepared locally, distributed on-site, and monitored by our team. We know the children who are receiving this support. We see the difference it makes every single day.
For just £1, you are not simply providing food. You are giving a child the strength to learn, the stability to attend school, and the opportunity to build a better future.
Be the Reason They Can Learn Tomorrow
You have the power to remove hunger from the classroom.
To turn weakness into strength.
To turn absence into attendance.
To turn survival into opportunity.
👉 Donate today and help us feed 120 children in our school in Azad Kashmir.
Our school meals programme in Azad Kashmir provides daily nutritious meals to children facing food insecurity and poverty. By supporting this initiative, you can help feed children in Kashmir, improve school attendance, and fight child hunger in Pakistan. Donate today to support a school feeding programme that directly impacts children’s education, health, and future.
Just £20 a month ensures a child receives a daily meal throughout the school term, giving them the consistency they need to grow, learn, and succeed.
Our school meals programme in Azad Kashmir provides daily, freshly prepared meals to 120 children attending our school. Meals are cooked locally and served on-site each school day. This ensures children receive consistent nutrition, improving their health, concentration, and ability to learn in a stable and supportive environment.
It costs just £1 to provide a single meal for a child in our school in Azad Kashmir. Around £20 per month covers daily school meals for one child. Your donation directly funds food, preparation, and delivery, ensuring children receive consistent nutrition throughout the school term.
Meals typically include freshly prepared rice or roti, lentils (daal), vegetables and meat, chicken or fish once a week. The food is simple, nutritious, and culturally appropriate. It is designed to provide energy, support healthy development, and help children stay focused and engaged during lessons at school.
School meals are essential because many children in Azad Kashmir face food insecurity and malnutrition. A daily meal improves concentration, boosts attendance, and supports physical and mental development. Without proper nutrition, children struggle to learn, making school feeding programmes critical for education and long-term wellbeing.
Yes. Your donation directly supports children in our own school in Azad Kashmir. We manage the programme locally, ensuring meals are prepared and delivered on-site. This direct approach means we know the children personally and can ensure your support reaches those who need it most.
Yes, monthly donations are one of the most effective ways to support our school meals programme. A regular contribution, such as £20 per month, ensures a child receives consistent daily meals. This stability allows us to plan ahead and provide uninterrupted support to all children in our school.
Providing school meals helps children concentrate better, attend school more regularly, and participate actively in lessons. When hunger is removed, children are able to focus on learning, improving their academic performance and long-term opportunities. Nutrition plays a key role in breaking the cycle of poverty through education.
School meals are both an immediate and long-term solution. They address daily hunger while supporting education, which is key to breaking poverty cycles. By keeping children in school and improving their development, school feeding programmes help create sustainable change for individuals, families, and communities.
Large organisations operate at massive scale, often providing basic meals at lower cost. Our programme delivers freshly prepared meals in a remote area of Azad Kashmir with limited infrastructure. We focus on quality, consistency, and direct impact within our own school, ensuring every child receives meaningful support. We also provide weekly meat, chicken or fish.
You can support by sharing this campaign, raising awareness about child hunger in Kashmir, or encouraging others to contribute. Every action helps. Whether through donations, fundraising, or advocacy, your involvement plays a vital role in ensuring children receive the meals and education they deserve.
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