Who We Are

Shukr Foundation is a Leading charity organisation empowering people to enhance livelihood, end hunger and overcome hardship. Reaching out to the voiceless and oppressed, particularly Uyghurs and other Turkic people in exile. We envision a world in which the most vulnerable people have the power to lift themselves out of poverty to create vital, healthy lives for their families now and for the future.

Founded in Australia as a non-profit charity organisation registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC). We are also endorsed by the Australian Taxation Office as a 'Deductible Gift Recipient' DGR, where our donors can then claim their donations as a deduction when filing their personal income tax returns.

With a particular focus on communities in crisis, whose needs have not been addressed, we believe every person has a right to education, health care, shelter, food, safe water and protection from war and disaster. These universal rights are guaranteed by the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child but they are often threatened by poverty, violence and discrimination.

Shukr Foundation stands up as a global champion for people's rights. We protect and support people with our programs, advocacy and rapid response during humanitarian emergencies. We also work with governments and civil society partners to protect and advance people's rights.

We advocate transparency

We believe in the importance of transparency and implement and develop projects with good governance and ethical practices.

We aim to provide all our donors with up to date critical information and place great importance on financial transparency and accountability.

We account for every dollar you donate, and monitor projects you fund.

Your donation empowers people in crisis, transforming lives for the better. We are driven by our key values of accountability, collaboration and integrity.

Why Support Shukr Foundation?

Your donation to Shukr Foundation will have an immediate and lasting impact in people's lives

All of our work is funded by the generosity of individuals like you. Our work aims to help people in need— especially the most disadvantaged and marginalized to lead safe, healthy lives and realize their full potential.

Thanks to regular monthly donations from our growing community of Shukr Sponsors, we are able to reach more people in need every month.

People donate to Shukr Foundation to make a positive impact in recipients’ lives. Our supporters are not only kind and generous, they want their money to benefit the people who need it most.

Your donation to Shukr Foundation means a brighter future for the world’s most vulnerable people.

Our Vision

We envision a world where everyone should have the right to realize their full potential, and where the act of giving is not only for the benefit of the poor and needy but of benefit to the donor as well.

There is a great virtue ‘Shukr’ (gratitude) for one who helps another in need.

Our Mission

To empower individuals and organizations to do more to end poverty and the suffering of individuals in need.

Homelessness

Prevention, Emergency Response, Accommodation

Feed the Poor

Provide school meals
Food vouchers
Emergency meals
Empowering women

Health Care

Connect people to affordable health services.
Emergency Response

Education

Support with scholarships to break the cycle of poverty by providing access to education

Board of Directors

Hikmat Hasanoff
Managing Director

A dedicated philanthropist and entrepreneur, one of the founders of Shukr Foundation. Hikmat brings a wealth of experience to Shukr Foundation with vast experience in the business world and a passion for humanitarian work. Hikmat has previously worked as the managing director of Palm Beach Beverage Co and Vice President of the East Turkistan Australian Association.

hikmat@shukrfoundation.org.au

Aerken Kuerban
Chief Information Officer

Aerken Kuerban is an experienced IT professional with close to two decades of experience working as a manager in local government. A dedicated technology professional with extensive experience in managing and implementing various key projects he brings great insight and know how to Shukr Foundation.

ak@shukrfoundation.org.au

Nurhoja Omarhoja
Project Coordinator

Nurhoja Omarhoja offers a life of experience in various professional industries. He has earned a masters degree from the University of Adelaide. Has experience working in government and non government organisations as well as extensive experience in the business world. An elected member of the Islamic Society of South Australia and also prior experience as a secretary of the East Turkistan Australian Association. He brings a wealth of experience to Shukr Foundation.

narhoja@shukrfoundation.org.au

Mansur Hasanoff
Finance Manager

Having worked at numerous chartered accounting firms and currently at a top S&P/ASX 100 company. Mansur has a wealth of business knowledge & experience and is a trusted advisor to a broad range of organisations. Professionally a Masters graduate in Business & registered as a Tax Agent with the Tax Practitioners Board. Mansur has a keen interest in the not for profits sector providing sound financial advise, enabling charities to deliver maximum impact.

mansur@shukrfoundation.org.au

Phazil Hasanoff
Project Manager

Phazil Hasanoff is an experienced Project Manager and professional within the supply chain management sector, having extensive experience working in numerous top Australian listed companies, he brings extensive project management experience implementing and delivering key project outcomes.

phazil@shukrfoundation.org.au

HELP SUPPORT SHUKR FOUNDATION TODAY

BECOME A REGULAR SHUKR SPONSOR

Join our special group of regular supporters and help shape a better future for families & children in need.

  • Provide ongoing support for families and children at the most critical time of their growth and development.
  • Give our teams the funds they need to deliver food, shelter & education for families and children living in crisis.
  • Make a long-lasting impact and support Shukr Foundations vital work.