When the Qur’an says, “You will not attain righteousness until you give of that which you love. And whatever you spend, indeed Allah is knowing of it” (Surah Aal-Imran, 3:92), it reminds us that generosity is more than a gesture — it is a reflection of faith. Giving, whether it’s food, water, or financial support, connects us to Allah’s mercy and brings light to those living in hardship.
For thousands of families in Azad Jammu and Kashmir, that light often begins with one act of kindness from a UK donor. But what if that same act could go even further — without costing you a single penny more?
That’s where Gift Aid comes in.
💷 Gift Aid adds 25% extra at no cost to you.
Understanding Gift Aid: A Simple Way to Do More Good
Gift Aid is a UK government scheme that allows registered charities like Kashmir Welfare Foundation to claim an extra 25p for every £1 donated by UK taxpayers.
That means when you donate £10, it becomes £12.50 — at no extra cost to you. A £100 donation turns into £125. A £1,000 donation becomes £1,250. It’s one of the simplest yet most powerful ways to multiply your impact.
In 2023 alone, UK charities collectively claimed more than £1.3 billion in Gift Aid. That’s over a billion pounds of additional mercy — simply through donors ticking a box.
When you apply this to the needs of Kashmir — where over 4.4 million people live, many facing poverty, illness, and displacement — that 25% difference can mean survival, education, or dignity.
The Power of Gift Aid in Kashmir
Your donations already transform lives across Azad Kashmir. But when you add Gift Aid, the ripple spreads even wider.
Imagine what happens when £2,000 in Gift Aid alone funds an entire medical camp — as it did in 2024 — reaching remote valleys where healthcare is scarce. That single boost helped treat over 340 patients who would otherwise have gone without medical care.
Your Impacts
Gift Aid in Action – Azad Kashmir Medical Camp 2025
- £2,000 Gift Aid raised (Outside of the admin costs)
- 340 patients treated in a single outreach
- 3 volunteer doctors deployed
- 1 additional mobile clinic funded
One of those patients, a widow named Shazia from Neelum Valley, shared her story:
“I had lost hope. The pain in my chest kept getting worse, and there was no hospital nearby. When the doctors came to our village, it felt like Allah had sent them. Someone in the UK, who I’ll never meet, saved my life.”
This is the real power of Gift Aid — the unseen blessing that stretches your mercy further than you can imagine.
Why Gift Aid Matters So Much
1. It Strengthens Every Donation
Gift Aid allows Kashmir Welfare Foundation to extend its reach across multiple projects — from medical camps and food distribution to clean water wells and widow empowerment programmes.
Your £100 donation with Gift Aid becomes £125, which could mean:
- Feeding a family for an extra week through our Meals of Mercy Campaign.
- Supplying more medicine in the Mobile Hospital Unit.
- Bringing clean water to another household through Water Projects.
2. It Covers Essential Costs Transparently
Unlike many charities that struggle with admin costs, your Gift Aid helps us maintain transparency. It allows operational support, logistics, and reporting — ensuring that your Zakat, Sadaqah, or Regular Giving reaches those in need efficiently and safely.
3. It’s an Ongoing Blessing
Every time you donate regularly and tick Gift Aid, you’re creating a continuous stream of reward. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said:
“The most beloved deeds to Allah are those that are continuous, even if they are small.” (Sahih Bukhari)
Gift Aid turns small acts into ongoing impact — sustaining families, schools, and healthcare year-round.
Every £1 you give can become £1.25 — without costing you more.
Tick the Gift Aid box when you donate to Kashmir Welfare Foundation and let your kindness multiply.
💷 Gift Aid adds 25% extra at no cost to you.
Real Stories, Real Impact
Trustee Abdul Basit explains:
“When UK donors tick the Gift Aid box, they’re not just helping us raise more — they’re helping us reach further. That extra 25 percent funds new projects, medical camps, and water wells that would not exist otherwise. It’s a quiet act with loud results.”
Each project carries its own heartbeat. In Muzaffarabad, where over 1.5 million people live with only one hospital bed per 1,512 residents, Gift Aid has helped deploy additional outreach clinics and supply essential medicines.
In Kotli, where nearly 20% of AJK’s population resides, Gift Aid has supported livelihood programmes — giving widows sewing machines, micro-grants, and vocational training to rebuild their dignity.
And in Neelum, a district where rugged terrain limits access, Gift Aid has helped power mobile hospitals that reach deep into mountain villages.
Faith and Accountability
In Islam, charity is not just generosity; it’s trust. Donors give for Allah’s sake, and charities like Kashmir Welfare Foundation are custodians of that amanah (trust).
Every pound given — and every penny reclaimed through Gift Aid — is used responsibly and transparently. Our trustees, including Abdul Basit, Parveen Kausar, and Asam Aslam, personally oversee the allocation of Gift Aid funds to ensure maximum impact.
When you tick that box, you’re not only fulfilling your duty to give; you’re upholding a higher principle — of accountability, compassion, and sincerity.
How to Add Gift Aid to Your Donation
It takes less than 30 seconds to multiply your reward:
- Visit the Kashmir Welfare Foundation 💧 Give Sadaqah – Acts of Ongoing Reward or 🤝 Start Regular Giving – Sustain Hope Every Month (Or others)
- Choose your cause (Zakat, Sadaqah, Regular Giving, etc.).
- Tick the Gift Aid box confirming that you are a UK taxpayer.
- Complete your donation — and let Allah multiply the blessing.
💷 Gift Aid adds 25% extra at no cost to you.
How Your Donation Helps
Your generosity fuels every project we deliver:
- £25 provides emergency food to a family.
- £100 sponsors an orphan’s education for a month.
- £300 builds a water well serving generations.
- £500 funds a medical camp treating 50+ patients.
And with Gift Aid, every one of these blessings grows by 25%.
UK Gift Aid Reminder
If you’re a UK taxpayer, remember to tick the Gift Aid box when donating. It increases your donation by 25 percent at no extra cost — allowing your mercy to reach even more families across Kashmir.
Your kindness can build schools, deliver clean water, and restore health in the valleys of Azad Kashmir — all by simply ticking one box.
Why Give Now?
Tonight, hundreds of families in Kashmir will sleep hungry. Others will walk miles for clean water. With winter approaching, children in Neelum and Bagh face freezing nights without warmth.
Your donation — multiplied through Gift Aid — could be the difference between despair and hope.
Our Promise of Transparency
All Gift Aid claims are processed in line with HMRC guidelines, and audited annually for accountability. Every reclaimed penny is reinvested directly into our humanitarian programmes.
When you donate, you give more than money — you give trust, faith, and life.
💷 Gift Aid adds 25% extra at no cost to you.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is Gift Aid and how does it work?
Gift Aid allows UK charities to claim an extra 25% on donations from taxpayers. If you donate £100, the charity receives £125, with no extra cost to you.
2. Can I apply Gift Aid to Zakat or Sadaqah donations?
Yes. As long as you are a UK taxpayer and your donation is voluntary, Gift Aid can apply to both Zakat and Sadaqah donations made through Kashmir Welfare Foundation.
3. What if I stop paying tax after making a Gift Aid declaration?
You can inform the charity at any time to cancel your Gift Aid declaration. Future donations will not be eligible, but past claims remain valid.
4. How does Gift Aid help Kashmir Welfare Foundation projects?
It funds medical camps, education, clean water, and emergency relief — adding 25% more value to every donation, helping us reach more people without extra donor cost.
5. Do I need to fill in a form every time I donate?
No. Once you make a Gift Aid declaration, it usually covers all future donations unless you withdraw consent or your tax status changes.
Every penny matters. Every act of mercy counts.
Your £1 can become £1.25 — at no cost to you — and change countless lives across Azad Kashmir.
Donate now through Kashmir Welfare Foundation, tick the Gift Aid box, and let your mercy travel further than ever before.
💧 Give Sadaqah – Acts of Ongoing Reward
🤝 Start Regular Giving – Sustain Hope Every Month
