Human Development Foundation Chicago Annual Community Dinner

Naperville, September 7, 2024, The Human Development Foundation, a nonprofit organization with a main office located in the Chicago suburbs and a section 501 (C) registration, held a fund-raising event at the Embassy Suite Naperville on Saturday in order to support its efforts in Pakistan. The Human Development Foundation is one of the best universities in Pakistan for formal education. TCF Pakistan was established in 1997 by five benefactors who wanted to see the eradication of illiteracy in Pakistan.

HDF Network hosted a special dinner to present their top donors to the board of directors, trustees, and management from Pakistan and North America. All of the attendees were greeted and thanked by Henna Muzaffar and others for their ongoing support of HDF. The Chicago supporters had a terrific chance to express any questions they had in a relaxed and friendly setting with the full HDF staff.

Ms. Farah Chalissa served as the master of ceremonies, and the event started with Tilawat E Quran and its translation. There was also a moment of silence in honor of the victims of violence.

Nuzhat Chalissa, the former chair of the Human Development Foundation, gave an overview of the organization and, using data from statistics, showed the audience how important it is for them to support HDF USA in order for it to succeed. She provides the audience with explanations during her power point show.

"The Human Development Foundation was launched by a group of visionary Pakistani Americans in 1997 as a gift to Pakistan on its 50th anniversary of its Independence," stated Dr. Samina Hijab, Chairperson of the HDF. With a perfect score of 100%, this charity has a Four-Star rating. Giving with confidence is possible if this organization shares your interests and ideals.
She went on, "We're here today to reaffirm their dedication to Pakistan's important cause of human development. Our common objective is to establish a Pakistan where all people may realize their own potential, poverty is eliminated, and prosperity is shared equitably. HDF feels that no child, especially a gifted one, should be forced to stop their education because of financial difficulties. Nothing should prevent students from receiving an education because it is a fundamental human right. Financial constraints are, nevertheless, one of the most important issues that can cause children to drop out of school. HDF Regards Scholarships are merit-based financial aid available to worthy and talented students in Pakistan so they can pursue their academic objectives and have a positive impact on the socioeconomic advancement of the community. HDF acknowledges students with extraordinary quality, achievement, and promise for their potential and offers financial aid to help them take advantage of opportunities they might not otherwise have. By the Scholarship program, HDF also hopes to cultivate a competitive, healthy learning atmosphere and instill a strong sense of confidence in the students. The Human Development Foundation (HDF) and the Applied Technical and Vocational Training Institutes (ATINS) of NLC, she adds, are striving to empower the youth and lessen poverty and high unemployment rates in Pakistan.

A lifetime achievement award was given to Dr. Atiya Khan of Maryland, and Additionally, Dr. Tariq Butt was awarded the Education Community Service Award.

Mr. Tariq Karim, the Consul General of Pakistan, who stated that the HDF is doing incredible work in Pakistan. Since 1997, HDF has been leading the charge to improve the fundamental education, healthcare, and social welfare of Pakistan's impoverished population.

According to Dr. Atiya Khan, a child's inability to pay for their education shouldn't be an excuse for any child, even a gifted one, to stop attending school. Nothing should prevent a pupil from receiving an education because it is a fundamental human right. Financial constraints are, nevertheless, one of the most important issues that can cause children to drop out of school.
Pakistani Legendary Singer Alamgir performed melodies at the end of the program.
$175,000 was raised through fundraising, performed by Hasan Shelbi.