About Beji Foundation

Continuing the legacy of Khurshid Begum — The Mother of Stoke

Help · Hope · Humanity

Beji Foundation is a registered UK charity (No. 1209555) established in honour of our beloved Grandma Khurshid Begum. We are dedicated to serving humanity by supporting vulnerable communities across the world.

Our work spans healthcare, education, poverty relief, and emergency aid — driven by the same spirit of compassion that defined Beji’s life. From supporting hospitals in Bangladesh to delivering aid to refugees, we believe that small steps can improve lives around the world.

  • Healthcare & Medical Support across multiple countries
  • Education & Scholarships for underprivileged children
  • Poverty Relief through food packs and water wells
  • Disaster Relief & Emergency humanitarian aid
  • Community Development through mosque and infrastructure support
7+ Countries
31+ Projects
499+ Donors
£124,000+ Raised

Our Projects

Water Wells
Sadaqah Jariyah
Building Homes
Food Packs
Ramadhan Iftar
Community Projects
Medical Support
Zakat
Water Wells
Sadaqah Jariyah
Building Homes
Food Packs
Ramadhan Iftar
Community Projects
Medical Support
Zakat
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Meet the Team

Dedicated individuals working together to continue Beji’s legacy of giving.

Dr Tabana Kaleem

Dr Tabana Kaleem

Founder & Trustee

Dr Tabana Kaleem, a qualified Medical Doctor, founded the organisation with a vision to help the most needy. Her dedication and medical expertise are central to our mission.

Prof. Sarmad Hameed

Prof. Sarmad Hameed

Chair

Professor Sarmad Hameed holds a PhD in Computer Science and provides strategic leadership to the organisation. His academic background and forward-thinking approach help guide the foundation towards sustainable growth and meaningful impact.

Shashi Gopala

Shashi Gopala

Trustee

Holding an MBA and specialising in marketing, Shashi Gopala plays a key role in compliance, transparency, expanding outreach, strengthening partnerships, and increasing awareness of our charitable initiatives.

Navid Kaleem

Navid Kaleem

Founder & Volunteer

Navid Kaleem has been a Pharmacist for 22 years. He has an extensive network and works closely with other charities. He has travelled to many countries on deployments himself.

Afia Razzaq

Afia Razzaq

Volunteer

Afia Razzaq is the owner of Ilm Day Nursery. She is an active volunteer who supports the organisation’s events and community outreach.

Tayyib Muqeem

Tayyib Muqeem

Volunteer

Tayyib Muqeem is the owner of Mr T’s Removals. He contributes his time and effort in organising and supporting charitable initiatives, playing a vital role in the team’s activities.

Abdur Razzaq

Abdur Razzaq

Pakistan Operations Manager

Abdur Razzaq oversees on-ground operations in Pakistan, ensuring projects are efficiently executed and reach the communities that need them most.

Continue Beji’s Legacy

Your donation helps us provide healthcare, education, and emergency aid to vulnerable communities worldwide.

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