Human Assistance & Development International

What Human Assistance & Development International does

Human Assistance & Development International (HADI) is a California-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit (EIN 95-4348674) founded in 1991 and headquartered in Culver City, CA (PO Box 4598). The organization operates a portfolio of digital platforms serving the global Muslim community, including IslamiCity.org (the flagship knowledge and community platform, launched 1995), CLASSRoad (digital education and teacher training, launched 2007), HADI Relief (humanitarian aid, launched 2023), ChatILM.ai (AI-powered Islamic education companion, launched 2024), FinanceILM.ai (Shariah-aware financial literacy, launched 2025), and additional sub-brands such as Islamicity Academy, Pray Watch, HalalX, Ummah Network, Bright Teacher, SHIP, Al-Masdar Language Portal, and Allah.org/islam.org resource portals. The 2014 Al-Masdar Language Portal was co-developed with Qatar Foundation International (QFI). Underlying technology is a web-and-app digital platform ecosystem spanning AI-powered learning tools, educational content delivery, a mobile prayer app (Pray Watch), and community/marketplace properties; documented AI modalities are text-based interactive Q&A and knowledge retrieval via ChatILM.ai.

HADI reaches users in 80+ countries and reports 80M+ lifetime platform visits, ~10 million annual visitors to IslamiCity.org, 80K+ learners reached, and 80K+ AI queries. There is no disclosed headcount, no audited financial data, and no pricing model for services, which are offered free to users. The organization does not run paid acquisition; user acquisition is driven by organic SEO, content marketing across the property portfolio, community referrals, and direct donation appeals.

Revenue and operating funding come from donations and charitable contributions as a registered public-benefit organization; a 'Donate Now' call-to-action is prominent across HADI's web properties. Distribution is fully self-serve: users access services directly through websites and mobile apps without sales involvement. Customer segments are the global Muslim community (primary), learners and educational institutions (primary), humanitarian aid recipients (primary), and individuals seeking faith-aligned financial guidance (secondary); segments are served via a hybrid model combining platform ecosystem with humanitarian program delivery.

Name

Human Assistance & Development International

Legal name

Human Assistance & Development International

Website

https://hadi.network

Company type

Private

Founded year

1991

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

HADI is a California-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 1991 that operates a portfolio of digital platforms serving the global Muslim community across Islamic education (IslamiCity.org, CLASSRoad, ChatILM.ai, FinanceILM.ai), humanitarian relief (HADI Relief), and community/marketplace services, funded primarily through donations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Faith-Based Nonprofit Digital Services

NAICS

Educational Support Services (611710), Educational Services (611), Custom Computer Programming Services (541511)

SIC

Services-Prepackaged Software (7372), Services-Computer Programming Services (7371)

akta.pro primary industry

AI Tutoring Systems (Conversational Tutors, Homework Helpers) (EDAFAFAC)

akta.pro secondary industry

AI-Powered Tutoring & Study Assistant Platforms (EDANAGAD)

Keywords

• Faith-based digital media
• Islamic education platforms
• Humanitarian relief programs
• Muslim community resources
• Shariah-compliant learning tools

Headquarters

HQ city

Culver City

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations and Charitable Contributions: As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, HADI relies on donations from individuals and organizations to fund its operations and mission. The organization accepts charitable contributions and features a 'Donate Now' call-to-action prominently on its website.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

HADI operates a digital ecosystem of websites, AI-powered tools, educational platforms, and mobile apps that deliver Islamic knowledge, religious education, Shariah-aware financial literacy, and humanitarian relief coordination to the global Muslim community free of charge. The organization's core offerings include the IslamiCity.org knowledge and community platform, ChatILM.ai and FinanceILM.ai AI learning companions, CLASSRoad digital education, and HADI Relief humanitarian programs, all funded by charitable donations.

Product overview

Human Assistance & Development International (HADI) operates as a multi-platform digital ecosystem spanning education, technology, media, and humanitarian relief. The core portfolio includes IslamiCity.org as the flagship global Muslim digital platform, complemented by AI-powered offerings like ChatILM.ai for Islamic education and FinanceILM.ai for faith-aligned financial literacy. Educational initiatives are led by CLASSRoad and its Bright Teacher training component, while humanitarian work is delivered through HADI Relief. Additional products include Islamicity Academy, SHIP, Pray Watch (mobile app), HalalX marketplace, and Ummah Network, all serving the Muslim community across knowledge, education, media, and community development domains.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• IslamiCity.org: Global Muslim digital platform providing knowledge, resources, community, current affairs, and AI guidance.
• HADI Relief
• CLASSRoad
• ChatILM.ai
• FinanceILM.ai
• Islamicity Academy
• SHIP
• Pray Watch
• HalalX
• Ummah Network
• Bright Teacher

Products and services

• IslamiCity.org Global Muslim digital platform providing knowledge, resources, community, current affairs, and AI guidance; the flagship platform reaching approximately 10 million annual visitors.
• ChatILM.ai AI-powered learning companion focused on Islamic education and interactive Q&A experiences, serving as a knowledge companion for faith and community.
• FinanceILM.ai Shariah-aware finance education and tools platform designed to support better financial decision making for faith-aligned individuals.
• CLASSRoad Digital education platform offering curriculum tools and learning experiences for schools and learners, expanding cultural literacy through innovative online learning.
• HADI Relief Humanitarian relief initiative providing emergency aid, long-term support, and community rebuilding programs for those in need.
• Pray Watch Mobile application for prayer tracking and notifications.
• HalalX Halal marketplace platform connecting consumers with halal-certified products and services.
• Ummah Network Network platform connecting the Muslim community worldwide.
• SHIP HADI initiative/project as part of the organization's portfolio.
• Islamicity Academy Educational platform providing learning resources for Islamic knowledge and education.
• Al-Masdar Language Portal Arabic education platform created in collaboration with Qatar Foundation International (QFI) for language learning.

Quantifiable outcome

• 80M+ lifetime visits across platforms
• +3 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability3 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Qatar Foundation International (QFI)significantStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2014In 2014, HADI created the Al-Masdar Language Portal, an Arabic education platform, in collaboration with Qatar Foundation International (QFI). This partnership focused on advancing Arabic language education through digital platforms. Qatar Foundation International is a major education foundation that supports language learning initiatives globally.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Qatar Foundation International: QFI is a major global education foundation supporting Arabic language and cultural literacy programs. Existing HADI partner and a comparable incumbent in Islamic education and Arabic language learning at scale.
• Coursera: Coursera is a global online learning platform partnering with universities and organizations. Comparable to HADI's CLASSRoad as a digital education platform, though Coursera is mainstream and secular at massive scale.
• Islamic Relief Worldwide: Islamic Relief Worldwide is a large international humanitarian and development NGO operating in 40+ countries. Comparable to HADI Relief as an Islamic humanitarian organization, though significantly larger and more established.

Direct peers

• Quran.com: Quran.com is one of the most-visited digital Quran and Islamic learning platforms globally, with millions of users. Comparable to HADI's IslamiCity.org as a flagship Muslim digital destination for religious content and learning.
• Bayyinah Institute: Bayyinah Institute is a leading digital Islamic education platform offering Arabic, Quran, and faith-based courses online. Highly comparable to HADI's IslamiCity/CLASSRoad as a digital-first Islamic knowledge and education provider with global reach.
• Muslim Pro: Muslim Pro is a leading mobile-first Muslim lifestyle app (prayer times, Quran, athan, Qibla) with 150M+ downloads. Comparable to HADI's Pray Watch and IslamiCity platform as a Muslim digital ecosystem serving faith-based daily needs.
• Yaqeen Institute for Islamic Research: Yaqeen Institute produces research-based Islamic educational content and courses online, serving a global English-speaking Muslim audience. Directly comparable to HADI's CLASSRoad and ChatILM as a digital Islamic education and content platform.
• AlMaghrib Institute: AlMaghrib Institute delivers intensive Islamic seminars and online courses across North America and globally. Comparable to HADI's CLASSRoad as a digital education platform for Islamic and cultural literacy.
• SeekersGuidance: SeekersGuidance provides free online Islamic education through structured courses, webinars, and scholar-led Q&A. Comparable to HADI's ChatILM.ai and IslamiCity Academy as a faith-based digital learning platform with global reach.

Emerging players

• Pocket-door (Hadith & Fiqh apps): Pocket-door offers mobile apps for daily Islamic learning (hadith, fiqh, duas). Comparable to HADI's Pray Watch and ChatILM as mobile-first Islamic learning companions serving a similar persona.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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