The philanthropy and educational promotion activities of Sir Adamjee Haji Dawood are also being pursued with the same vigour by Mr. M. Hanif Adamjee.
ADAMJEE FOUNDATION:
Mr. M. Hanif Adamjee was the trustee of the Adamjee Foundation, a welfare trust of which the professed aim is to help the needy and the destitute. The Foundation grants scholarships to deserving students from primary classes right up to postgraduate levels. Millions of rupees are given in donation to different charities every year.
The Foundation established the Adamjee Science College and constructed the Adamjee Boarding which houses the Adamjee Auditorium. These were nationalised by the government.
In Adamjee Nagar, one of the most prestigious girls’ schools in Karachi was established by the Foundation. Nearby, construction of a degree college for women started and was functional from the mid-1990s.
The Retina Clinic was established at Spencer’s Eye Hospital, where eye patients get free treatment including surgery. The Foundation studies new projects on a regular basis and many are presently under consideration.
LITERARY AWARDS:
The Adamjee Foundation pioneered the patronage of letters in Pakistan by instituting the Adamjee Literary Prizes in English, Urdu and Gujrati. These prizes are awarded annually and carry handsome cash awards.
HANIF ADAMJEE CHARITABLE TRUST:
In 2007, the Hanif Adamjee Charitable Trust (HACT) was formed. HACT works toward its mission of promoting education, healthcare, and humanitarian support. Outlined below are the activities and initiatives undertaken by the HACT, highlighting its key contributions to scholarship programs, medical aid, and donations to organizations operating medical centres, educational institutions, and providing direct support to patients.
1.) Scholarship Programs:
HACT remains committed to empowering deserving students through scholarships that enable them to pursue higher education.
- Target Group: Students from underprivileged backgrounds, students with disabilities, and those demonstrating exceptional academic potential.
- Fields of Study: Medical Sciences, Engineering, IT & Arts.
2.) Medical Aid and Healthcare Support:
HACT continues to play a significant role in supporting healthcare initiatives and offering medical aid to underserved communities, supporting the following organizations and medical centres:
- Childlife SINA Trust – HACT Clinic, Yousuf Arfani Goth, Karachi
- Prevention of Blindness Trust
- National Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases
- Layton Rahmatullah Benevolent Trust
- Marie Adelaide Leprosy Center
- Sindh Institute of Urology and Transplantation
- Indus Hospital
- Karachi Institute of Kidney Diseases
- Children’s Cancer Foundation Pakistan Trust
3.) Donations to Educational Institutions:
The Trust has consistently supported educational institutions dedicated to providing quality education to marginalized communities. Its donations have helped the establishment of new classrooms, provision for modern learning, development of digital education structure (especially in remote rural areas), assisted in teacher training programs and curriculum development. Donations are made regularly to the following institutions:
- The Citizens Foundation
- Professional Education Foundation
- Anjuman Kashana-e-Atfal-o-Naunihal
- Special Children Education Institute
4.) General Humanitarian Initiatives:
In addition to its core focus areas (education and healthcare), HACT also participates in general humanitarian efforts, including disaster relief by providing emergency aid to the flood affected areas of Sindh via donations. Furthermore, it supports the following institutions on a regular basis:
- Edhi Foundation
- CHHIPA Welfare Association
- Baitul Sukoon
- Akbar Foundation
- Compass / Full Circle
- Rehnuma Trust
- Rotary Metropolitan Trust
- Inner Wheel Club of Karachi Metropolitan
- Rotary Sunset Millenium Foundation
5.) Future Plans:
Looking ahead, HACT plans to:
- Expand Scholarship Programs: Increase the number of scholarships for marginalized students and offer vocational training scholarships.
- Strengthen Healthcare Support: Increase relationships with hospitals and medical centres to provide broader support for chronic illnesses.
- Broaden Patient Assistance Programs: Continue expanding our financial aid for cancer patients and those suffering from other critical health conditions.