Rawalpindi, Pakistan · Est. July 2010
Education is a journey,
from darkness to light.
The Qalam School was established in July 2010 as a free school to educate impoverished children living in the outskirts of Rawalpindi, Pakistan.
A sadaqa-e-jaria for Almas and Abdul Qadir — a perpetual charity whose reward continues as long as a child is learning.
US donations via Friends of Qalam School, Inc. — 501(c)(3) nonprofit · EIN 45-4910908
اطْلُبُوا الْعِلْمَ مِنَ الْمَهْدِ إِلَى اللَّحْدِ
“Seek knowledge from the cradle to the grave.”
Hadith
Who We Teach
Children from homes where parents were not educated — daily-wage labourers with no means to send their children to school. We bring them in, and give them a future.
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Reading and writing in English and Urdu, mathematics, science, social studies, Islamiyat, art, and computer skills. Education from preschool through high school.
Read moreWhere We Teach
On the outskirts of Rawalpindi in Gulistan Colony, behind Ayub Park — chosen because that is where the children who need us most happen to live.
Read moreFrom the school
Life at Qalam
Every dollar goes directly to the students
Where your donation goes
Pick a program that speaks to you. 100% of donations reach the school.
Qalam Health Program
Free comprehensive medical care to students, staff, and their families.
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A hot meal served to every student, every school day.
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A sack of flour delivered every month to each student's family.
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Ramadan rations provided to all student families.
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Continuing-education support for students graduating from the school.
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Help for student families facing unusual hardship.
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