The Islamic Solidarity Fund for Development (ISFD)

Reducing Poverty through Solidarity

Supporting Education, Driving Economic Empowerment, Enabling Community Development, Improving Health

DIRECTOR GENERAL MESSAGE

Welcome to ISFD New Website

Dear Website Visitors,

I am pleased to announce the launch of the new website of the Islamic Solidarity Fund for Development (ISFD). This milestone marks a significant step towards enhancing our digital presence and strengthening the bonds of solidarity among member countries.

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TESTIMONIALS

Voices from the Field

Clinic +O, supported by the ISFD, is transforming healthcare access in Guinea Conakry through an innovative platform that connects marginalized communities with essential primary care services. This project is reducing transportation costs and reaching thousands, with the potential to impact millions across Guinea and West Africa.

Nasser Diallo

Clinic +O Founder & CEO

TESTIMONIALS

Voices from the Field

With the ISFD's unwavering support, Fablab Libya has revolutionized digital manufacturing and entrepreneurship in Libya. Their invaluable contributions have propelled us towards our goal of empowering 100,000 students and 1,000 teachers within the first year.

Fathiyah Yousuf

CEO of Fablab Libya

TESTIMONIALS

Voices from the Field

Nasser Diallo

Clinic +O Founder & CEO

TESTIMONIALS

Voices from the Field

Fathiyah Yousuf

CEO of Fablab Libya

TESTIMONIALS

Voices from the Field

Nasser Diallo

Clinic +O Founder & CEO

OUR IMPACT

Where Our Funding Flows

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Ayesha Reza: From Polio Survivor to Polio Fighter

Ayesha Reza, a 38-year-old polio survivor, embodies the program’s spirit. Living in the suburban town of Ghaziabad, Lahore, with her husband and daughter, Ayesha is one of these dedicated healthcare workers who are committed to eradicating the virus from the lives of under-5 children in Pakistan.

Noor Jomaa's Journey to Becoming an Accountant

Amidst the turmoil of the situation in Syria, Noor Jomaa, a Syrian refugee, refused to let her educational aspirations fade away. With the support of the Islamic Solidarity Fund for Development (ISFD), she embarked on a remarkable journey to pursue her accounting dreams.

Dr. Vincent Ngaradoum: A Medical Professional Seeking to Restore Sight

Dr. Vincent Ngaradoum, a medical professional from Chad, is pursuing a career in ophthalmology through the Islamic Solidarity Fund for Development (ISFD) scholarship, with the ultimate goal of making a difference in the lives of the local population.

Ayesha Reza: From Polio Survivor to Polio Fighter

Noor Jomaa's Journey to Becoming an Accountant

Dr. Vincent Ngaradoum: A Medical Professional Seeking to Restore Sight

Ayesha Reza: From Polio Survivor to Polio Fighter

WHAT WE DO

Our Programs & Initiatives

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Strengthening the Economic Resilience of Vulnerable Enterprises (SERVE)

Economic Empowerment

Micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) are the largest private-sector employers, and make up over 90% of registered businesses worldwide ...

Harvesting Opportunities for Poverty Eradication (HOPE) Finance Program

Economic Empowerment

The HOPE Finance Program, a flagship initiative spearheaded by the Islamic Solidarity Fund for Development (ISFD), in collaboration with IsDB ...

Lives and Livelihoods Fund (LLF)

Economic Empowerment

At the Islamic Solidarity Fund for Development (ISFD), we are committed to supporting initiatives that empower individuals and communities to ...

The Alliance to Fight Avoidable Blindness (AFAB)

Health

The Alliance to Fight Avoidable Blindness is a partnership program launched in 2008 by the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) and ...

Eyecare for Empowering Children in Africa (EYECA)

Health

Leveraging the success of AFAB First and Second Generations, the Islamic Development Bank, Islamic Solidarity Fund for Development, and Qatar ...

The Global Islamic Fund for Refugees (GIFR)

Human Capital Development

Global Islamic Fund for Refugees (GIFR) is a joint initiative of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), the ...

Strengthening the Economic Resilience of Vulnerable Enterprises (SERVE)

Economic Empowerment

Micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) are the largest private-sector employers, and make up over 90% of registered businesses worldwide ...

Harvesting Opportunities for Poverty Eradication (HOPE) Finance Program

Economic Empowerment

The HOPE Finance Program, a flagship initiative spearheaded by the Islamic Solidarity Fund for Development (ISFD), in collaboration with IsDB ...

Lives and Livelihoods Fund (LLF)

Economic Empowerment

At the Islamic Solidarity Fund for Development (ISFD), we are committed to supporting initiatives that empower individuals and communities to ...

The Alliance to Fight Avoidable Blindness (AFAB)

Health

The Alliance to Fight Avoidable Blindness is a partnership program launched in 2008 by the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) and ...

Eyecare for Empowering Children in Africa (EYECA)

Health

Leveraging the success of AFAB First and Second Generations, the Islamic Development Bank, Islamic Solidarity Fund for Development, and Qatar ...

The Global Islamic Fund for Refugees (GIFR)

Human Capital Development

Global Islamic Fund for Refugees (GIFR) is a joint initiative of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), the ...

Strengthening the Economic Resilience of Vulnerable Enterprises (SERVE)

Economic Empowerment

Micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) are the largest private-sector employers, and make up over 90% of registered businesses worldwide ...

NEWS & EVENTS

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July 17, 2025

UNHCR and IsDB deploy US$2.5 million from Islamic finance fund to aid Sudanese refugees

Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia – July 10, 2025 – In a pivotal move to tackle a major global displacement crisis, the UNHCR and the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) have signed a groundbreaking agreement allocating US$2.5 million to support urgent humanitarian efforts for...

May 21, 2025