Across Pakistan, many families living in extreme poverty struggle to survive due to unemployment and lack of income opportunities. Many are willing to work but lack the tools needed to earn a stable income, leaving them unable to support their families or meet their basic needs.
By providing either a passenger rickshaw or a loader rickshaw — depending on the needs and demand of the local markets — you can empower vulnerable individuals with a sustainable source of livelihood. Passenger rickshaws enable beneficiaries to earn through transporting people, while loader rickshaws allow them to transport goods and materials, particularly in busy markets and rural areas.
This support provides a continuous and long-term source of income, helping families become self-reliant, afford essential necessities, educate their children, and build a future with dignity and independence through regenerative livelihoods.
Why Providing Rickshaws Matters
3.5 million
unemployed people in Pakistan actively seeking work
6people
supported on average by the income of one passenger or loader rickshaw
8years
average working lifespan of a well-maintained rickshaw providing sustainable income
Each rickshaw is carefully allocated based on the needs of the local area, ensuring beneficiaries can maximise their earning potential. Whether used to carry passengers or transport goods, these vehicles play a vital role in local economies. This targeted approach ensures your donation creates meaningful, long-term impact — helping vulnerable families build stability, meet their daily needs, and sustain themselves for years to come.
The Virtue of Earning Through Honest Work
The Messenger of Allah ﷺ said: “No one has ever eaten better food than that which he eats from the work of his own hands.” — Sahih al-Bukhari, Hadith 2072
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