Humanity for Relief & Development

Our mission: To improve the lives of individuals and families affected by the war in Yemen through a range of sustainable projects, providing tangible results with a positive impact.

Founded in 2018, Humanity for Relief and Development (HRD) began as a tribute to CEO Maeen Ali's deceased brother to secure the livelihood of his late children. Rather than limit the love and generosity that comes with sharing a meal, HRD staff and volunteers decided to open Mercy Bakeries in Yemen. HRD operates primarily in Northern Yemen with some expansion into the South through partner organizations and maintains an office in Brooklyn, NY with a potential fundraising office based in Ottawa, Canada.

We approach all our initiatives with a family helping family philosophy as we see everything we do as making an impact on the life of a family member. Our staff is made up of staff and volunteers who are passionate about development and fostering change, particularly locals of the communities where we work.