Zakat Foundation™ Bangladesh Annual Report 2017: Empowering Communities through Charity
Zakat Foundation™ Bangladesh is a non-governmental organization dedicated to helping the disadvantaged and marginalized communities across Bangladesh. Since its inception in 1993, Zakat Foundation™ Bangladesh has been working tirelessly to empower vulnerable individuals and families, promote social justice, and alleviate poverty.
The annual report of Zakat Foundation™ Bangladesh for 2017 provides a comprehensive overview of the organization's achievements and challenges over the year. In this article, we will review the highlights of the report and discuss how the foundation's initiatives have impacted the lives of the people it serves.
Programs and Projects
Zakat Foundation™ Bangladesh has a diverse range of programs and projects, each designed to address specific challenges facing marginalized communities. In 2017, the foundation implemented various projects related to education, health, water and sanitation, livelihoods, and emergency response.
Education
Zakat Foundation™ Bangladesh believes that education is a crucial tool for empowering individuals and communities. In 2017, the foundation supported the education of over 5,000 children through its sponsorship program. Additionally, the foundation provided educational materials and conducted teacher training to improve the quality of education in rural areas.
Health
Access to healthcare is a significant challenge for many people in Bangladesh. Zakat Foundation™ Bangladesh has been working to address this issue by providing free medical camps, distributing medicine, and supporting the establishment of medical facilities in remote areas. In 2017, the foundation provided medical support to over 40,000 individuals through its health projects.
Water and Sanitation
Access to clean water and proper sanitation facilities is essential for maintaining good health. Zakat Foundation™ Bangladesh has been working to improve water and sanitation facilities in marginalized communities. In 2017, the foundation constructed 25 deep tube wells, 100 hand pumps, and 20 latrines, providing safe drinking water and sanitation facilities to over 10,000 people.
Livelihoods
Poverty is a significant challenge facing many people in Bangladesh. Zakat Foundation™ Bangladesh has been working to alleviate poverty by providing livelihood support to vulnerable communities. In 2017, the foundation implemented various livelihood projects, including the distribution of cows, goats, and chickens to low-income families. The foundation also provided training in various income-generating activities, such as tailoring, handicrafts, and beekeeping.
Emergency Response
Bangladesh is prone to natural disasters, such as floods and cyclones. Zakat Foundation™ Bangladesh has been working to provide emergency response support to affected communities. In 2017, the foundation provided relief to over 30,000 families affected by floods and distributed food, water, and other essentials.
Impact
The impact of Zakat Foundation™ Bangladesh's initiatives can be seen in the lives of the people it serves. In 2017, the foundation's programs and projects had a significant impact on the education, health, livelihoods, and well-being of thousands of individuals and families.
Education
Through its sponsorship program and teacher training, Zakat Foundation™ Bangladesh has been able to provide quality education to thousands of children who would otherwise be unable to attend school. This has helped to improve literacy rates and provided opportunities for children to break the cycle of poverty.
Health
The foundation's health projects have been able to provide medical support to thousands of people who would otherwise be unable to access healthcare. This has helped to improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities and reduced the incidence of preventable diseases.
Water and Sanitation
Access to clean water and proper sanitation facilities has improved the health and well-being of thousands of people. The foundation's efforts in this area have helped to reduce the incidence of waterborne diseases and improved the overall living conditions of marginalized communities.
Livelihoods