In memory of our Teacher...

Former teacher at Al-Ghazaly High School, Sr. Abir Hafez passed away on Monday, May 22nd. Our hearts go out to Sr. Abir, one of our dearest sincere sisters. Sr. Abir was known for her genuine kindness, mashaAllah. Her smile touched the hearts of every person she met. Her laughter was always contagious. She had a heart of gold towards everyone and was always very caring, kind, and compassionate. She loved everyone in Al-Ghazaly like family, treating them with gentle motherly affection. For 13 years, she drove 2 hours back and forth for her children to go to Al-Ghazaly Islamic School during their elementary and high school years. Her goal in life was for her children to get the best Islamic education and become upstanding members of the community. She was an amazing role model for her children, and dear and loving wife to her husband.

Sr. Abir, we will always remember you....

Sr. Abir was also known for her strength and faith. She always put Allah first in everything; she lived and died by Tawakul. These past 9 months since her difficult diagnosis, even through the toughest and most difficult times, she never complained. Every doctor and nurse she interacted with would remark “I’ve never met a patient as happy as Abir, she’s always smiling.” She truly put Allah at the center of every day, every relationship, and every action. May Allah grant her Jannat el Firdous, forgive her, and give patience and ease to her family.

Sr. Sally Amer: 

“It is beyond an honor to be writing about my dear Sr. Abir. While words cannot do justice in describing her precious soul, there is peace in knowing that she is in a better place.  The mere fact that she has impacted the lives of thousands (myself and children included) will serve as a sadiqa jariya. Sr. Abir’s presence lit up every room. Her face radiated light and purity – signs of her dedicated iman. Her smile alone had the power to lift burdens while providing comfort and ease. She was sincere in all her actions and helped with everything. I never heard her refuse a request or say no to anyone. She was a selfless woman who kept the ties of sisterhood alive. The sacrifices she made throughout her life were admirable and awe-inspiring. The love we have for Sr. Abir is truly for the sake of Allah and she will be greatly missed.

Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji’un: “Verily we belong to God, and verily to Him do we return.”

This is a reminder that death has been decreed by Allah, and we will all return to our Creator.

May Allah envelop Sr. Abir in mercy and forgiveness. May Allah grant ease to the hearts of the family and friends who grieve this loss. May her sickness be a means of absolving her sins. May Allah grant her Jannat Al-Firdaws. May Allah reunite us with our loved ones in paradise.                            Ameen. Ameen. Ameen.”

Continuous Charity for our dear Sr. Abir

This fundraising campaign can be considered a Sadaqa Jariya (continuing charity) in Sr. Abir's name. If you can donate anything at all, even as little as 50 cents, we and Sr. Abir's family would be appreciative beyond words. Please share the link to this fundraising campaign via Facebook, Twitter, email, or any other platform you would like.

Who will benefit from this gift in Sr. Abir's name

Currently, over 21 million Pakistanis suffer from a water sanitation crisis that has impacted the entire country. Major cities like Karachi and Lahore struggle to provide access to clean and safe drinking water, but the situation worsens amongst rural villages that not only lack modern systems, but also adequate healthcare. Contaminated water is the leading cause of diarrhea and other severe health conditions, resulting in death due to a lack of treatment in many of these underdeveloped villages. Children, more than any other demographic, are the most vulnerable victims of these health conditions as their immune systems are not developed enough to withstand the muddened and bacterially infected water they’re forced to drink.

Paani translates to water in Urdu, a beacon for our mission to produce both short and long-term solutions that ignite sustainable change against this water crisis. Our team’s foundation began as a student organization at the University of Michigan and we have since then become a certified non-profit organization. Paani’s purpose has and always will be to provide for people in need, bridging the gap between those able to help with the ones who need it most. 

Every cent or rupee donated goes directly to the communities in Pakistan, whether it be through building wells, distributing food packs, or compiling hygiene kits. Paani faces no operating costs and so far we have built over 4,500 wells across rural Sindh and KPK, a number that grows daily with your support. However, Paani does not exist to provide only temporary fixes; our goal is to also tackle the permanent adversity at hand. Aside from the wells being put in place, Paani is also leading projects through education, health, and waste management efforts. 

Our team strives to be transparent in every way possible, so you can rest assured that your donation will fund a valuable cause. We have several avenues in which we can use your support, whether it be donating a well on behalf of yourself or your family, donating for projects specifically geared towards our public health initiatives, or even something as small as buying Paani apparel and tweeting about us to your local community. Many families have donated multiple wells on behalf of deceased relatives, as sponsoring a well goes on to provide good deeds (sadaqah jariyah) to those passed.

The donation of a well includes the construction of the well, constant monitoring and testing of water samples for cleanliness and safety, and maintenance. Batches of sixteen wells get built at once with the price of one well averaging out to $200 USD. Paani currently accepts cards, checks, Paypal, Venmo, and Donorbox. Any and all donations are tax-deductible. 

We thank you consistently for your support as we would never be able to make an impact without your help. Spread the word of our mission to those you know and check back with us frequently on our social media to see our progress! 

-Paani

Some of our accomplishments include
•Raising $1,850,000+ through grassroots fundraising
•Constructing over 4500+ wells in rural Sindh and KPK to provide 40,000+ families access to clean water 
•Receiving partnerships with Microsoft Azure and Google’s nonprofit networks to begin pursuing global marketing campaigns

Learn More

Featured in the LATimes, Dawn, Geo TV, Parhlo, and USAToday Paani is a 501(c)(3) non-profit founded in 2017 in response to the growing water crisis in Pakistan. Lead by young professionals and university students, Paani is entirely volunteer-based and works to create public health-based impact in Pakistan. We have raised over $1,800,000, built over 4500 wells in rural parts of Pakistan (both in Sindh and in KPK), sent $500,000 in medical equipment to hospitals in Pakistan, and are now working to implement sanitation/hygiene-based curriculum in schools. For any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us on any of our social media platforms

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