Saiban: Give an Orphan a Home, an Education, and a Future

There are over 4.6 million orphans in Pakistan. Behind every number is a child, a child who has lost a parent to illness, disaster, or poverty; who faces a world without the security and love of a complete family; and who, without intervention, is statistically more likely to fall into poverty, be denied an education, and enter adulthood without the foundation to build a stable life.

 

The word Saiban (سائبان) means shelter in Urdu. It is precisely what this programme provides, not just a roof, but a complete environment of love, safety, and opportunity for children who have lost their foundation.

 

Through the Saiban programme, Baitussalam Welfare Trust (BWT) connects generous donors with orphan children, funding every dimension of a child's upbringing from the moment they enter the programme until they are old enough to stand on their own. Your monthly contribution does not just feed a child. It educates them, cares for their health, clothes them, celebrates them, and gives them something every child deserves: a place to call home.

 

What Saiban Provides for Every Orphan

🏠 Safe Shelter A secure, clean, and comfortable living environment where orphans grow up with dignity, stability, and freedom from fear.	🍽️ Three Meals Daily Nutritious food provided three times a day, every day of the year, no child in Saiban goes to bed hungry.	📚 Full Education Schooling from primary through secondary, with Islamic education alongside modern academics and character development.
👗 Clothing & Essentials Seasonal clothing, shoes, hygiene products, school supplies, and all daily necessities, fully covered.	🏥 Healthcare Medical consultations, medicines, dental care, and emergency healthcare provided for every child as needed.	❤️ Emotional Care Mentorship, counselling, and a warm community environment where every child feels valued, loved, and not alone.
🎉 Eid Celebrations Special Eid celebrations, new clothes, gifts, and communal joy, so no orphan misses the happiness of Eid ul Fitr or Eid ul Adha.	🌿 Tarbiyah Islamic education and character development to nurture faith, integrity, and purpose from childhood.

 

The Prophet ﷺ and the Orphan, The Promise of Paradise

"The one who cares for an orphan and myself will be together in Paradise like this", and he ﷺ held his index and middle fingers together, close., Sahih al-Bukhari

 

There is no hadith more direct about the reward of a specific charitable act than this one. The Prophet ﷺ did not compare the caretaker of an orphan to someone near Paradise, he said they will be with him ﷺ. Sponsoring an orphan through Saiban is not just a donation. It is a monthly, continuous act of worship that draws you, every single month, closer to the Prophet ﷺ himself.

 

And because you are funding a child's education, healthcare, and upbringing, every prayer they pray, every Quran verse they learn, every good deed they do in their lifetime carries your reward too. This is Sadaqah Jariyah at its most powerful.

 

The Monthly Sponsorship Model

Sponsoring an orphan through Saiban costs Rs. 10,000 per month (approximately £30 / $35 / €33 per month for international donors). This single monthly contribution covers everything:

 

Food & Nutrition Three meals daily, seven days a week, all year round	Education School fees, books, uniforms, and stationery for the academic year	Healthcare All medical consultations, medicines, and emergency care
Clothing & Essentials Seasonal clothing, shoes, and daily necessities	Shelter & Utilities A share of the housing, utilities, and maintenance of the Saiban facility	Tarbiyah & Activities Islamic education, co-curricular activities, and Eid celebrations

 

You will receive periodic updates on the child you are sponsoring, their progress in school, their health, and their development. Their personal details remain confidential to protect their dignity and safety.

 

Who Are BWT's Orphans?

BWT's Saiban programme currently supports 2,500+ orphan children across Pakistan. These are children who have lost one or both parents to:

•       Illness and disease, including cancer and other life-limiting conditions

•       Natural disasters, particularly Pakistan's recurring floods

•       Accidents and unforeseen tragedies

•       Extreme poverty that left a surviving parent unable to provide basic care

 

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to sponsor an orphan?

Rs. 10,000 per month covers a child's complete upbringing, including food, shelter, education, healthcare, and clothing.

 

Will I know the child I am sponsoring?

You receive updates on the child's progress and welfare. Their full personal details are kept confidential to preserve their dignity and safety.

 

Can I sponsor as a family or company?

Yes. Multiple donors can share the sponsorship of one child. Families and companies often sponsor together in memory of a loved one.

 

Is this Zakat-eligible?

Orphan sponsorship through Saiban is Zakat-eligible for qualifying donors. Please consult a qualified Shariah advisor to confirm your specific circumstances.

 

Can I donate a lump sum instead of monthly?

Yes. You can donate Rs. 1,20,000 to sponsor a child for a full year at once.

 

Can I visit the children I am sponsoring?

BWT organises periodic donor engagement events. Direct visits to facilities are arranged on request, with the children's privacy and welfare always prioritised.

 

 

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