What SHINE Humanity does

SHINE Humanity is a US-incorporated 501(c)(3) nonprofit, founded in 2009 by Pakistani-American doctors and entrepreneurs and registered in Pakistan under the Societies Act 1860 (since 2013), that delivers free or subsidized primary healthcare to underserved rural communities in Pakistan. The organization operates a network of 19 fixed clinics across Sindh, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Balochistan, complemented by 4 Mobile Urgent Care Units, telemedicine services launched in May 2025, and disease-specific programs spanning diabetes/hypertension/hyperlipidemia, hepatitis, malaria, HIV/AIDS, mental health, asthma, anemia, malnutrition, rabies, and family planning. Its underlying technology backbone is a digitized Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system — the first deployed by a rural healthcare organization in Pakistan — built on REDCap and connecting all facilities, alongside telemedicine infrastructure bridging office-based physicians to clinic-stationed midwives.

The organization's business model is donation- and grant-driven: primary revenue streams include individual donations, Zakat and Sadaqah (Islamic charitable giving, with dedicated JS Bank accounts), corporate and foundation grants (AKD Group, Aziz & Razia Dharamsey Family Foundation, Karachi Relief Trust, Garibsons, Shan Foods, Martin Dow, Hilton Pharma, HBL Foundation, Manchester Global Foundation, IDRF, Packages Foundation), and nominal patient fees at select clinics (e.g., Garibsons Clinic). Go-to-market is community-led, leveraging community health workers, medical camps, partnerships with government bodies (Govt of Sindh, Govt of KPK) and academic institutions (Aga Khan University, JSMU, Ziauddin University), and outreach programs like JB Azariah Sehat Agahi reaching 2,310 households. Services are distributed free or at nominal cost, with medications included for chronic patients, and impact is tracked through 200,600+ lives impacted, 59,000+ screenings since 2021, and 944+ medical professionals trained. SHINE has international chapters in Atlanta, Chicago, Los Angeles, and the UK for fundraising, and holds Charity Navigator 4-Star, GuideStar Gold/Platinum, Pakistan Center for Philanthropy, and 2025 Shariah Zakat certifications.

Name

SHINE Humanity

Legal name

SHINE Humanity

Website

https://shinehumanity.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2009

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

SHINE Humanity is a US-based nonprofit, founded in 2009, operating 19 fixed clinics, 4 Mobile Urgent Care Units, and disease-specific programs to deliver free primary healthcare to underserved rural communities across Pakistan.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community Healthcare Services

NAICS

Social Assistance (624), Other Individual and Family Services (624190)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Health Services (8000)

akta.pro primary industry

Primary Care for Underserved Populations (e.g., migrant, homeless, refugee clinics) (HLAFAGAN)

akta.pro secondary industries

Maternal, Newborn, Child & Adolescent Health (MNCAH) NGOs (HLAJAKAG), Communicable Disease Prevention & Control (HIV/AIDS, TB, Malaria, NTDs) (BPADAIAA), Water, Sanitation & Hygiene (WASH) (BPAGABAC)

Keywords

• Rural primary healthcare
• Nonprofit health services
• Community health clinics
• Mobile medical clinics
• Telemedicine services

Headquarters

HQ city

Karachi

HQ country

Pakistan

HQ region

Asia

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations and Fundraising: Primary revenue stream from individual donors, corporate donors, and fundraising events. The organization hosts annual fundraisers in USA and Pakistan, chapter fundraisers (Atlanta, Chicago, LA, UK), and accepts online donations.
2. Zakat and Sadaqah: Islamic charitable giving through designated bank accounts for Zakat donations (PK58JSBL9606000001571061) and other donations (PK07JSBL9606000000615074) at JS Bank.
3. Partnership and Grant Funding: Funding from corporate partners like AKD Group, Aziz & Razia Dharamsey Family Foundation, Karachi Relief Trust, and various NGOs. Government partnerships for specific health programs.
4. Nominal Patient Fees: Some clinics charge a nominal amount for consultations while providing three days of medications free of cost. Chronic patients receive regular supply of life-saving medications from the clinic.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

SHINE Humanity operates a network of 19 primary healthcare clinics and 4 Mobile Urgent Care units across rural Pakistan, providing free or subsidized outpatient care, diagnostics, vaccinations, maternal and child health services, chronic disease management (diabetes, hypertension, hepatitis, malaria, mental health), and telemedicine consultations to underserved communities. The organization also runs the Paani Project (clean drinking water via RO plants), disaster relief operations, and workforce training programs including the Sunehra Lamha neonatal resuscitation initiative.

Product overview

SHINE Humanity is a non-profit healthcare organization offering a comprehensive portfolio of primary healthcare services to underserved communities in Pakistan. The organization operates a network of 18-19 primary healthcare clinics across rural Sindh, Mansehra (KPK), and other regions, providing free outpatient care, diagnostic services, and antenatal care. Key programs include Disease Management Programs (Diabetes, Malaria, Hepatitis, HIV/AIDS, Mental Health, Asthma, Anemia, Rabies), Community Outreach initiatives (JB Azariah Sehat Agahi, Sehat Ki Sangat, Healthy Schools), and specialized services (Telemedicine Clinic, Mobile Urgent Care Units, Dental Care Unit, Nutrition Centers). Supporting infrastructure includes an Electronic Medical Records System, the Paani Project for clean water, and disaster relief operations. The organization also offers Continued Medical Education and Public Health Internship programs for workforce development.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• SHINE Humanity Primary Healthcare Clinics Network of 19 primary healthcare clinics providing free outpatient primary care, preventive health education, and antenatal services in rural Pakistan. Clinics include in-house pharmacy, ultrasound, and referral services to hospitals in cities.
• Mobile Urgent Care (MUC) Clinics State-of-the-art mobile clinic units equipped with medical staff, medicines, and equipment providing healthcare services to disaster-affected and underserved communities in rural Sindh. Four units operational across Badin, Sujawal, and Tharparkar.
• Diabetes, Hyperlipidemia and Hypertension Program Holistic diabetes program encompassing medical treatment, lifestyle management, and nutritional counseling for patients with Type II Diabetes Mellitus. Uses HbA1c testing in rural areas, followed by routine blood tests for point-of-care diagnostics.
• Malnutrition Program Identifies and screens children in underserved communities suffering from severe and moderate acute malnutrition. Includes complete follow-up, referrals, and treatment using Ready-to-Use Therapeutic Food (RUTF).
• Mental Health Program Started in 2022, trains medical officers and allied health professionals to identify and treat mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, and more severe illnesses like schizophrenia.
• Hepatitis Eradication Program Screening of rural population for Hepatitis-C with treatment until disease-free. Includes Hepatitis-B vaccination program from identified patient pool. Launched in 2021 in collaboration with The Health Foundation.
• Malaria Program Screens population for malaria using screening kits, followed by confirmatory blood test and thick/thin film microscopy. Each confirmed case is followed up until completely treated, with preventative solutions like mosquito repellents provided.
• Asthma Program Identifies and treats people with respiratory illnesses using spirometry tests for screening. Provides inhalers, life-saving medication, and educational material in regional language on smoking cessation.
• JB Azariah Sehat Agahi (Community Outreach Program) Community outreach program catering to 2,310 households with Community Midwife, Community Health Workers, and Nutritionist. Activities include awareness sessions, multivitamin supplementation, and vaccinations.
• Rabies Program Post-Exposure Prophylaxis Center with wash area, administration of rabies vaccine, rabies toxoid, and tetanus toxoid for dog bite victims. All patients seen by doctor specifically trained to handle bite victims.
• HIV/AIDS Program In collaboration with Sindh HIV/AIDS Program, targets individuals aged 8 years and above. Uses rapid tests for screening with referral system for further evaluation. Positive cases referred to nearest ART center.
• Family Planning Program Offers short-term contraceptive options including oral pills, condoms, and injectables to individuals aged 15 and above. Includes counseling on proper use, side effects, and benefits with referrals as needed.
• Anemia Program Identifies school-going children in Gharo at risk of anemia and provides medical care. Screens children using Hemoglobin strip testing and treats through nutritional, pharmaceutical, and emergency care.
• Telemedicine Clinic Telemedicine initiative launched in May 2025 bridging healthcare gap in remote areas. With a midwife stationed at clinics, patients connect with office-based physicians for care, particularly benefiting female patients with gynecological issues.
• Paani Project (Clean Water Initiative) Started in 2020 to tackle waterborne diseases in rural communities. Has installed 6 RO plants in various locations in interior Sindh including Ibrahim Hyderi, Sujawal, and Mirpur Khaas.
• Sunehra Lamha (Helping Babies Survive) Neonatal resuscitation workshop training traditional birth attendants, midwives, physicians, and medical students as master trainers. Has trained over 2,700 medical professionals with over 100 master trainers.
• Sehat Ghar - Nutrition Center Holistic Nutrition Centers in Sujawal and Chilya integrating nutritional supplementation (Unimapp for mothers, Pediasure for at-risk children), immunization awareness, breastfeeding education, anemia screening, and maternal health support.
• Dental Care Unit First Mobile Dental Care Unit at SHINE Humanity Garibsons Clinic in Gharo, offering dental check-ups, cleanings, fillings, extractions, and oral hygiene education.
• Healthy Schools Initiative Pilot project in District Thatta providing age-appropriate health education on hygiene, nutrition, disease prevention, and wellbeing. Engages teachers, parents, and school management committees.
• Sehat Ki Sangat Community initiative empowering women through health awareness and collective support. Provides safe space for women to discuss menstrual hygiene, reproductive health, family planning, nutrition, and hygiene practices.
• Medical Missions Volunteer medical teams providing healthcare services. Notable missions include Gilgit Baltistan (April 2019, 41 medical professionals treated 4,000+ patients and performed 100+ surgeries) and Rohingya Refugees in Bangladesh (2018).

Quantifiable outcome

• 200,600+ lives impacted
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

43 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• AKD GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 11 March 2025Collaboration to launch Mobile Urgent Care units for rural Sindh. Fourth MUC unit inaugurated at Aqeel Karim Dhedhi's residence. Units provide essential healthcare services to disaster-affected communities in Badin, Sujawal, and Tharparkar.
• Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 22 September 2024Partnership to fight HIV and Hepatitis C in Mansehra, KPK. Initiative provides screening and treatment with door-to-door community outreach.
• Indus Hospital and Health Network (IHHN)coreTechnology or IntegrationCollaboration on Electronic Medical Records system. Faheem Khan spoke at First Conference on EHR in Pakistan organized by IHHN.
• Pakistan NavyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration for free medical camps for flood-affected families in Sujawal, Sindh.
• Ziauddin UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership to strengthen public health for underserved communities. Integration of academic expertise and training programs with SHINE's healthcare facilities for student learning, research, and community health projects.
• Vital Pakistan TrustcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership to strengthen family planning and outreach services in underserved communities.
• Shan FoodscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership to launch ShanShares Shifah Gah clinic in Kunri, providing affordable healthcare in rural Sindh.
• Transparent HandsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership to provide mosquito nets to flood-hit families to prevent disease spread like malaria.
• Jinnah Sindh Medical University (JSMU)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic partnership including APPNA Institute of Public Health collaboration with Dr. Lubna Ansari Baig as Founding Dean.
• The Health FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMoU to eradicate Hepatitis C in Pakistan. Partnership with Dr. Laila Rizvi as CEO of The Health Foundation.
• NOWPDPcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDisability inclusive partnership for Aziz and Razia Dharamsey Family Foundation Clinic in Sujawal at Moriro Markaz school.
• National Rural Support Programme (NRSP)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMajor implementing partner for healthcare programs in rural areas.
• Indus HospitalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHealthcare partner for various programs and initiatives.
• Doctors WorldwidecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHealth for All Collective partnership to open Sehat Center in Mansehra, KPK.
• AlightcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHealth for All Collective partnership for Mansehra Sehat Center.
• Shifa Tameer-e-Millat UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHealth for All Collective partnership for Mansehra Sehat Center.
• Karachi Relief TrustcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for flood relief and healthcare initiatives including New Jatoi clinic and malnutrition screening camps.
• Rotary Club of Karachi MetropolitanminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnership for medical camps and community health initiatives.
• Rotary Club of Karachi Sunset MillenniumminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnership for community health initiatives.
• SINAcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for primary and preventive healthcare at SINA Clinic Baldia Town Karachi, serving around 2,000 patients monthly.
• Martin Dow Ltd.minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership to eliminate Anaemia and Diabetes including iron therapy for children in Gharo.
• Hilton PharmaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDonation of lifesaving malaria medication for rural Sindh communities.
• Garibsons (Pvt.) Ltd.coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for SHINE Humanity Garibsons Clinic in Gharo, run by team of 4 qualified doctors providing outpatient primary care.
• Government of SindhcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMoU to curb spread of Hepatitis C in Pakistan. Registered organization under Government oversight.
• Liver FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for Hepatitis elimination programs in Pakistan.
• REDCapcoreTechnology or IntegrationData management platform for electronic medical records and research data.
• Pakistan NavyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for free medical camps in flood-affected areas.
• Aga Khan UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMeeting to discuss opportunities to strengthen healthcare delivery and advance research initiatives for underserved populations.
• Salim Habib UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMoU for training sessions and student engagement.
• Population Welfare DepartmentcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for provision of Family Healthcare and family planning services.
• Gender Interactive AllianceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTripartite MoU for accessible healthcare for transgender community.
• Sindh Fisheries DepartmentminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership to adopt Chilya dispensary for primary healthcare facility.
• Vector Borne Diseases Prevention and ControlminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for malaria and vector-borne disease programs.
• Sehat KahaniminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for healthcare initiatives.
• The Health FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMoU signing to eradicate Hepatitis C in Pakistan.
• IRVERBminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerWaste management training workshop for healthcare sector.
• Karachi Literature FestivalminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSHINE as official first aid partner and participant at KLF.
• Karachi Eat Food FestivalminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSHINE as official first aid provider with Mobile Urgent Care clinic.
• AIESEC (IBA)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnership for Medicathon 2025 in Tando Allah Yar.
• CareforHealthminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMental health workshop and support programs.
• CHEST FoundationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRespiratory health programs.
• Trust for Malnutrition and Stunted Growth (TMSG)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for malnutrition screening camps.
• VFAHT (Virtual Faculty of Avicenna Health)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHepatitis camp collaboration at Chilya.

Scale indicators18 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Emerging players

• Partners In Health: Global health non-profit delivering primary care in resource-poor settings with academic medical partnerships and EMR-enabled community health. Highly comparable operating model in delivering rural primary care with research links.
• BRAC: Large Bangladesh-founded development non-profit running community health programs across South Asia and Africa. Comparable as a non-profit operating integrated community health worker programs with measurable population-health outcomes at scale.

Direct peers

• Indus Hospital and Health Network: Pakistan-based non-profit health network providing free, quality healthcare across multiple facilities, including a partnership with SHINE on EMR. Directly comparable as a charity-funded hospital/clinic network serving underserved populations.
• Transparent Hands: Pakistan-based non-profit crowdfunding platform for medical treatments of underserved patients, partnered with SHINE on mosquito-net distribution. Comparable as a Pakistan-focused healthcare charity serving low-income populations.
• SINA Health: Pakistan-focused primary and preventive healthcare non-profit operating urban clinics serving low-income communities, including the SINA Baldia Town clinic partnered with SHINE. Highly comparable primary-care delivery model for underserved populations.
• Doctors Worldwide: UK-headquartered medical non-profit operating primary care clinics in underserved regions, partner with SHINE in the Health for All Collective running the Mansehra Sehat Center. Directly comparable primary-care delivery model in low-resource settings.

Broad incumbents

• Aga Khan Health Services, Pakistan: Larger established NGO operating a network of health centres, dispensaries, and hospitals across rural and urban Pakistan, including Northern Areas where SHINE also works. Overlapping in rural primary care but with broader scope and longer history.
• Mercy Corps: Large global humanitarian non-profit delivering health, food security, and emergency relief programs in fragile contexts. Comparable in operating mobile health units and community outreach in flood-affected regions.
• Edhi Foundation: Pakistan's largest humanitarian non-profit operating ambulance networks, clinics, and social welfare programs. Comparable as a major Pakistani charity with a distributed service network serving vulnerable populations.
• Shaukat Khanum Memorial Trust: Major Pakistan-based non-profit hospital network founded by Pakistani-Americans, funded largely through diaspora donations. Comparable diaspora-driven healthcare charity model, though focused on tertiary cancer care rather than primary care.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles16 records

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