Our History

40 Years for the Sake of Allah

Islamic Relief was founded in 1984 in Birmingham, UK, in response to the devastating famine in Africa. What started as a small group of volunteers has grown into one of the world's largest and most respected Islamic humanitarian organizations.

The Beginning

In 1984, a group of students and professionals in Birmingham, UK, were moved by the images of suffering from the famine in Africa. They came together to form Islamic Relief, driven by the Islamic principles of compassion, justice, and service to humanity.

Early Years

In the early years, Islamic Relief focused on emergency relief, providing food, water, and medical aid to those affected by natural disasters and conflicts. The organization quickly gained recognition for its efficient and transparent operations.

Expansion and Growth

Over the decades, Islamic Relief expanded its operations to include:

• Long-term development projects
• Orphan sponsorship programs
• Water and sanitation projects
• Education and healthcare programs
• Livelihood and economic development
• Advocacy and policy work

Global Reach

Today, Islamic Relief Worldwide operates in over 40 countries across Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Middle East. We have offices in multiple countries and work with local partners to ensure our programs are effective and sustainable.

Milestones

Our Commitment

Throughout our history, we have remained committed to our core values: compassion, justice, excellence, and accountability. We continue to work tirelessly to alleviate poverty and suffering, inspired by our faith and driven by our commitment to serve humanity.