Kashmir
Emergency Appeal
Over 95,000 deaths in the last 70 years, the cause of 3 wars between two states – Kashmir is the hottest conflict zone in the world. Kashmir is the world’s most heavily occupied and militarised region. Kashmiris are having to live their lives in fear of war at all times.
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We are with Kashmir
Known to many as a paradise on Earth, Kashmir’s reality is that of a region grappling with the tension of being the root cause of three wars between India and Pakistan. Inhabited by people caught in the crossfire of geopolitics, Kashmir remains heavily militarized, its locals living with the uncertainty and fear of conflict.
Our Pledge: We Stand with Kashmir
The United Nations once recognized Kashmir’s unique status, which provided it with some autonomy from India’s direct rule. But things took a sharp turn in August 2019. The Indian government revoked this special status, bringing the region under its direct rule. The implications? A palpable rise in tensions between the local Kashmiris, the Indian military, and Pakistan.
Join hands with Unite 4 Humanity in our Kashmir Emergency Appeal, as we reach out to affected Kashmiris on both sides of the border.
KASHMIR WINTER APPEAL
As snow blankets Azad and Jammu Kashmir, families already struggling after floods now face freezing nights without warmth, food, or shelter. Roads are blocked, water freezes, and isolation deepens with every passing day.
In the harsh mountain cold, temperatures often fall below –5°C. Thousands of children and widows endure winter without proper clothing or heating. Many still live in makeshift shelters swept away by floods, where even a single blanket can mean survival.
Through the Kashmir Winter Appeal, Unite 4 Humanity delivers winter packs, food parcels, and heating support to vulnerable families across both Azad and Jammu Kashmir — bringing hope, warmth, and dignity where it’s needed most.
“Whoever relieves a believer’s distress, Allah will relieve his distress on the Day of Judgement.” — Sahih Muslim
Your kindness can be the warmth that saves lives this winter.
Zakat, Sadaqah & General Donations Accepted – 100% Donation Policy
Your Zakat &
Sadaqah: A Ray of Hope for Kashmir
Since 2012, Unite 4 Humanity has made significant strides in Kashmir. Our initiatives, ranging from providing essential food packs to setting up medical camps, have been pivotal in alleviating the sufferings of the locals. Here’s how your donations have been changing lives:
- Providing Food Packs to poor and needy families
- Distributing Zakat among widows, orphans and disabled
- Building of Water Wells for remote communities
- Building of Mosques in rural Kashmir
- Setting up Free Medical Camps for the underprivileged
- Sponsorship of orphans
- Developing and renovating schools to make them safe for children
Your Compassionate Contributions in Action
Jammu Kashmir
Under India’s governance, Jammu Kashmir has faced its share of challenges. From natural disasters to political upheavals, including the 2019 revocation of its special status, the region has seen a lot. The presence of a significant military force in the area further complicates the situation, especially in Muslim-majority regions.
Azad Kashmir
Governed by Pakistan, Azad Kashmir has also had its struggles. Natural disasters have wreaked havoc here, deepening poverty levels and crippling infrastructure. Still, the spirit of its people remains unbroken. Despite adversity, they are grateful for every bit of support, especially from well-wishers like you from the UK.
U4H Helping Poor & Needy In Kashmir
Our long-standing commitment to Kashmir means we understand its unique challenges. Our team has a deep-rooted connection to the region and is involved in a myriad of projects catering to its diverse needs. With your support, we can further our cause and make a tangible difference.
Stories from Kashmir
Support the ‘Half-Widows’ Crisis in Jammu Kashmir
The ongoing conflict in Jammu and Kashmir has given rise to “half-widows”: women whose husbands are missing under uncertain circumstances. These women, potentially in the thousands, grapple with complex economic, legal, and psychological challenges, often facing hurdles in inheritance, pension access, and societal support. This pressing issue, tracing back to the late 1980s, stands in contrast to India’s commitment to the International Convention for the Protection of All Persons from Enforced Disappearance (ICPPED). Advocates, including U4H, call on the international community for constructive engagement and dialogue to address these concerns.
For more information about the half-widows please visit this article in Guardian Newspaper.
Jammu Kashmir
We’re one of the very few Muslim Charities working in Jammu Kashmir. We have an active team on the ground helping the poor and the needy Kashmiri families. Our charity work in Jammu Kashmir includes
Food parcels for families without any breadwinner in the family
Ramadan Food Packs for poor families
Zakat support for widows and orphans through Ramadan Zakat Appeal
Azad Kashmir
Whilst we work throughout the Azad Kashmir we’re proud to be one of the very few Muslim Charities working in the remotest parts of Azad Kashmir. We have five teams of volunteers on the ground across Azad Kashmir. They are helping the poor and the needy Kashmiri families on a daily basis. Our charity work in Azad Kashmir includes
Food packs for needy families
Financial support for poor families through the Zakat Fund
Free medical camps for remote villagers living near LOC
Building of schools in villages near LOC
Build of Mosques in some of the remotest parts of Kashmir
Food Pack distribution in Ramadan through Ramadan Food Appeal
Building of Water Pumps and wells through Water Appeal
Sponsorship of orphans through Ramadan Zakat Appeal
Building Shelters for the poor, needy and the disabled
SPONSOR A FOOD PACK IN KASHMIR
Why sponsor a food pack for the impoverished and needy in Kashmir?
- 38% of the Azad & Jammu Kashmir population grapple with daily food insecurity.
- 14% of Kashmiris are severely deprived of food access.
- Thousands, many of whom are refugees, reside in camps across Kashmir, seeking basic sustenance.
- Skyrocketing food prices are pushing numerous families into the abyss of poverty.
- Those residing near the Line of Control (LOC) endure the constant threats of bullets and bombings.
Food Pack: £30
DONATE YOUR ZAKAT TO MUSLIMS IN NEED IN KASHMIR
Zakat, the fourth pillar of Islam, is not only an act of worship but a means to purify one’s wealth. Any Muslim whose assets surpass the Zakat threshold is mandated to contribute 2.5% of their wealth to support those in need, for the sake of Allah. By giving Zakat, you will cleanse your wealth while recipients find relief from their burdens.
How will your Zakat support the people of Kashmir?
- The poor
- The needy
- Orphans
- Widows
- Those who are unable to pay their debt
By donating your Zakat to Kashmir, you directly uplift and bring solace to countless families facing adversity in the region.
BUILD A MASJID IN KASHMIR
Kashmir, being a predominantly Muslim region, houses thousands of mosques. You might ponder, “Why should I donate to a Masjid fund for Kashmir?”
Many local communities, particularly near the LOC area bordering India, are grappling with inadequate mosque facilities. The situation is exacerbated by damage to many mosques due to shelling by the Indian Army. Furthermore, numerous mosques lack proper wudu (ablution) areas and washroom facilities. U4H is dedicated to funding the renovation of mosques in Kashmir and establishing or refurbishing wudu areas for those without suitable provisions. Your generous donation will contribute to the construction and renovation of mosques in this crucial region.
Consider this: every brick you help lay down, every prayer area you help establish, not only serves a community’s spiritual needs but stands as a testament to your faith and compassion. Your support can make a world of difference. Let’s rebuild and restore Kashmir’s spiritual landmarks together.
Build a Masjid: £6,800
SPONSOR A CHILD IN EDUCATION IN KASHMIR
Why should you sponsor a child in education in Kashmir?
- Over 400,000 children are orphaned in Kashmir.
- Thousands of families live below the poverty line.
- Only 1 out of every 2 girls over 15 is literate.
- 28% of school-age children are not attending school.
- 1 out of every 100 children dies before reaching their 5th birthday.
Sponsor a Child: £30 per month
BUILD A WATER WELL IN KASHMIR
Why should you donate to build a water well in Kashmir?
- Azad Kashmir has numerous freshwater reserves, but many are not easily accessible. U4H helps build water wells for impoverished and needy families throughout Kashmir.
- Thousands of families lack adequate toilet facilities.
- 1 in 10 children experience stunted growth.
- Every £1 invested in water and sanitation yields a £4 return in increased productivity.
- Countless children miss school days due to consuming contaminated water.
Water Pump: £500
Water Well: £3,500
HELP MUSLIMS IN NEED IN KASHMIR
Help us eradicate poverty in Kashmir and support your Muslim brothers and sisters in need.
- 27% of Kashmiris live below the poverty line.
- In urban areas, 9.3% of the population lives in poverty, while in rural areas, the figure rises to 54%.
- Thousands of children work to help feed their families.
- 18% of Kashmiris severely lack food access.
- In rural communities, over 50% of children suffer from malnutrition.
- Countless individuals lack access to nutritious food, clean drinking water, and proper sanitation.
EID AL-ADHA QURBANI IN KASHMIR
Qurbani is a sacrifice made during Eid al-Adha to express gratitude towards Allah (SWT) and to provide the poor and needy with nutritious food in the form of meat.
In the Qur’an, Allah (SWT) states: “It is neither their flesh nor their blood that reaches Allah; it is your piety that reaches Him.”
U4H has been conducting Qurbani for impoverished communities in Kashmir since 2012. With the blessings of Allah (SWT), we plan, in sha Allah, to perform Qurbani in Kashmir in 2020 as well.
OUR PROMISE – 100% DONATION POLICY
Unite 4 Humanity is a 100% Donation Policy Muslim Charity. We are providing life-saving food, water, and financial aid to thousands of families across the globe. We spend 100% of your donation money on the project you have donated for.
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When you donate £50 to Kashmir Emergency Appeal. All £50 of your donation will be spent on providing food, water and financial aid to the people of Kashmir.
Whether it’s sponsoring a food pack, gifting a sewing machine, sponsoring an orphan, building shelters for widows, building Mosques as Sadaqah Jariyah, donating to the Gaza Emergency Appeal, Yemen Crisis Appeal, Syria Crisis Appeal, Rohingya Crisis or Afghanistan Emergency Appeal, your donations are in safe hands. Insha’Allah