Edhi Foundation: 70 Years of Saving Lives and Serving Humanity

Edhi Foundation: 70 Years of Saving Lives and Serving Humanity

For over seventy years, one organisation has answered the call of those with nowhere else to turn. From a homeless person finding shelter to a newborn finding a family, the Edhi Foundation has quietly changed millions of lives. This is the story of a humanitarian journey built on compassion, dignity, and the simple belief that every human life truly matters.

Seven Decades of Saving Lives and Serving Humanity

For more than seven decades, the Edhi Foundation has been a beacon of hope for people in need. This remarkable humanitarian work has been made possible by the unwavering support of donors like you. Every act of kindness has helped restore dignity to countless lives across Pakistan and beyond.

What began as a simple mission to serve humanity has grown into one of the most trusted humanitarian organisations in the region. The Edhi Foundation continues to reach those who are often forgotten, offering care, comfort, and hope to anyone facing hardship, regardless of their background or beliefs.

Shelter Homes and Life-Changing Adoption

A Safe Roof for the Homeless

The Edhi Foundation runs shelter homes that offer far more than a place to sleep. They provide warmth, care, and a renewed sense of belonging to thousands of homeless individuals. For people with nowhere else to go, these homes become a safe space filled with respect and genuine kindness.

New Beginnings Through Adoption

Each year, around 20,000 newborn babies are lovingly placed with childless married couples through the Edhi Adoption Centre. This gives children the chance to grow up in caring families, while bringing long-awaited joy to parents who have hoped for a child of their own. It is one of the most heart-warming parts of this work.

Emergency Services That Reach Everyone

1,800 Ambulances Across Pakistan

With a fleet of 1,800 ambulances, the Edhi Foundation delivers vital emergency services across cities and villages throughout Pakistan. From home-to-hospital transport to hospital-to-hospital transfers, this life-saving network helps around two million people every year, ensuring urgent care reaches those who need it most, whether in a busy city or a remote village.

Rescue Teams and Bilquis Edhi Hospital

Thousands of patients receive compassionate, high-quality treatment at Bilquis Edhi Hospital, where care is always given with dignity. Beyond the roads, the Edhi Foundation’s brave rescue teams work across waterways to save thousands of people, making sure help arrives even in the most difficult circumstances, on land and on water.

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Honouring Dignity Beyond Life

The Edhi Foundation believes that dignity does not end with life. More than one million deceased individuals have been cared for through Edhi cold storage facilities, ensuring every person is treated with respect. This quiet, compassionate service reflects a deep commitment to honouring humanity at every stage.

The Edhi Foundation ensures that those without families or support are given a respectful final resting place in Edhi graveyards. To date, more than 200,000 unidentified individuals have been laid to rest with honour and care. No one is turned away, and no one is ever forgotten.

Building Skills and Protecting the Vulnerable

Vocational Training at the Edhi Technical Institute

The Edhi Technical Institute helps young people build brighter futures through practical vocational training. By teaching real, usable skills across many disciplines, it empowers students to become self-reliant. This investment in education breaks cycles of poverty and gives the next generation the confidence to stand on their own.

Legal Aid and Animal Welfare

Through its legal aid services, the Edhi Foundation has supported more than 500 women and children, helping them access justice and fair treatment. Compassion extends to animals too. The Edhi Animal Shelter cares for around 300 animals, giving love and medical treatment to those who have suffered cruelty or neglect.

Support Edhi Foundation’s Global Mission

The mission of the Edhi Foundation reaches far beyond Pakistan. After devastating earthquakes in Türkiye and Afghanistan, our teams delivered emergency relief to families in crisis. We have also provided essential humanitarian aid to people affected by the ongoing crisis in Gaza, offering help where it is needed most.

Humanity needs your generosity now more than ever. Every donation helps the Edhi Foundation continue saving lives, restoring dignity, and serving humanity, just as it has for over 70 years. Support Edhi Foundation today and become part of a journey that puts people first. Together, we can keep hope alive.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Edhi Foundation do?

The Edhi Foundation is a humanitarian organisation that has served people in need for over 70 years. Its work includes shelter homes for the homeless, an adoption centre for newborn babies, emergency ambulance services, hospital care, rescue teams, vocational training, legal aid, and animal welfare. It also provides emergency relief during international crises.

How many ambulances does the Edhi Foundation operate?

The Edhi Foundation operates a fleet of 1,800 ambulances across cities and villages throughout Pakistan.

How can I support the Edhi Foundation?

You can support the Edhi Foundation by donating to help fund its humanitarian work. Every donation helps provide shelter, medical care, emergency services, and dignity to people in need.