Support HIWT’s heroic efforts to provide free, life-saving treatments to children afflicted with Thalassemia Major in Pakistan

“I faced some difficulties getting blood transfusions [in Kashmir], so I moved to Karachi where at HIWT I haven’t faced any issues.

Like other kids, I want to play football, but due to blood deficiency, I cannot. I urge you all to donate so that we can live a normal life like other kids.”

– Noman, 13 years old

Stuck in A Lifelong Battle Against Thalassemia

How would you feel if you were told that your child has a 30-40% chance they would not live to see their 10th birthday?

This is the heartbreaking reality for parents of children with Thalassemia Major in Pakistan, where:

💔 5,000 children in Pakistan are diagnosed with Thalassemia Major every year.

💔 To survive, thalassemia patients need blood transfusion every 2-4 weeks, but access to safe blood and proper chelation therapy in Pakistan is limited.

💔 Most families affected by thalassemia in Pakistan belong to lower socioeconomic groups and cannot afford the high costs of treatment.

💔 The curative management of Thalassemia Major is a bone marrow transplant, which costs PKR 3-4 million.

For families who can’t afford the life-saving treatment their child desperately needs, every day feels like watching their little one slip away.

Thankfully, Help International Welfare Trust (HIWT) brings hope, providing critical support and free treatment to those in need.

HIWT Gives Hope, Saves Lives

HIWT provides free, life-saving treatment to children with thalassemia, ensuring they get the care they need without financial burden. Our services include:

✅ Blood Transfusions
A child needs at least one pint of blood per session, and some require up to four per month.

✅ Iron Chelation Therapy
Preventing dangerous iron buildup from transfusions.

✅ Essential Medications & Lab Tests
To monitor and manage their health.

✅ Transportation Support
Helping families reach our treatment centres with ease.

✅ Distribution of Nutritious Meals
Because thalassemia often leads to severe nutritional deficiencies.

✅ Bone Marrow Transplants
A potential cure, but at a cost of 3-4 million PKR per patient, requiring urgent funding.

Currently, HIWT supports more than 230 children by providing comprehensive treatment and holistic care—empowering them to dream big and live full, normal lives.

We Can’t Do This Alone

For children with thalassemia, every blood transfusion is a lifeline, every treatment a chance to fight another day. But without enough blood donations and medical support, their futures remain uncertain.

We need your help to:

❤️ Run more blood donation drives to meet the growing demand.

❤️ Provide life-saving treatment to children who can’t afford it.

❤️ Give every child the chance to dream, grow, and live like other kids.

No child should suffer because of a disease that can be managed just because they can’t afford the treatment.

It Takes Less Than 5 Minutes To Save a Child’s Life

For children battling Thalassemia Major, every blood transfusion is a lifeline. Without it, their health rapidly deteriorates, and their future becomes uncertain.

But you can change that—in just 5 minutes.

In the time it takes to send a text, scroll through social media, or make a cup of coffee, you can help provide:

✅ Lifesaving blood transfusions

✅ Essential medications & treatment

✅ Transportation for patients in need

✅ Hope for a struggling child and their family

The Prophet ﷺ said:
✨ “If anyone relieves a Muslim believer from one of the hardships of this worldly life, Allah will relieve him of one of the hardships of the Day of Resurrection.”
[Sahih Muslim]

Imagine the reward of easing the hardship of a child fighting for their life. Your small act of kindness today can bring immense blessings in both this world and the Hereafter.

About HIWT

Help International Welfare Trust (HIWT), established in 1994, is a non-profit organization working to provide modern and comprehensive medical facilities to the underserved populations of Pakistan.

Although we—at HIWT—are engaged in diverse fields in the social welfare and health sectors of Pakistan, our most significant work pertains to the field of Thalassemia treatment and care. This is mainly because, over time, we have learnt that Thalassemia is painful not only for those suffering from it but also for their families and the society at large; it needs more attention.

Our primary goal is to raise funds for the provision of screened blood and blood transfusion using modern and comprehensive medical facilities for the underserved populations of Pakistan. The treatment of Thalassemia is expensive as it includes frequent blood transfusions and medicines. HIWT has been providing 100% free-of-cost treatment to children suffering from Thalassemia. We started off with less than 10 patients. Today, more than 230 Children are getting the treatment they need.

About Madinah

Similar to the community established by our Prophet ﷺ in Madinah, Madinah is an organization dedicated to changing the world. We believe that the best way to make a difference and impact more people is by working together, which is why we help registered non-profits fundraise to reach their goals.

To date, we have helped raise more than $10 million to support many projects and initiatives, both local and global. This includes building masajid, supporting education programs and Islamic centers, and assisting in relief efforts to help provide relief to thousands of families surviving through crises across the world.

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