Our Story · Our Mission · Our Impact
Emergency Relief And Development (ERD) is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to serving vulnerable communities with compassion, dignity, and excellence. We provide essential support in times of crisis through our emergency response programs, while also addressing long-term needs in areas such as shelter, nutrition, health, hygiene, and livelihood awareness.
Hifz Al-Nafs
Saving and sustaining every human life.
Hifz Al-Din
Dignity, and freedom of belief and practice
Hifz Al-'Aql
Education, knowledge, and a mind free from harm
Hifz Al-Nasl
Protecting children, mothers, and the family unit
Hifz Al-Mal
Livelihoods, property, and fair, honest work
Classical scholars such as al-Ghazali and al-Shatibi identified these five objectives as the purpose of the Shariah: securing human well-being and preventing harm.
Our Vision
A world where dignity, compassion, and excellence uplift every vulnerable life.
Alleviate human suffering through the provision of short-term aid and long-term services
EHSAN- The principles that guide how we serve.
We strive for the highest standards in all that we do, from service delivery to stakeholder
engagement, constantly improving and innovating to maximize our impact.
We serve with humility, recognizing that true impact comes from listening, learning, and honoring the dignity and experiences of those we aim to support.
Our work is rooted in genuine care, honesty, and integrity. We act with transparency and stay true to our mission at all times.
We are responsible stewards of the trust placed in us by communities, donors, and partners, and we ensure our actions reflect our commitments.
We act with honor and dignity in all we do, and we uphold the dignity of others.
The team
Our Board of Directors leads with purpose and responsibility, ensuring ERD’s programs remain
effective, transparent, and driven by compassion.
Board Member/ Secretary
Safiullah Ahmadi is a seasoned expert in cost and pricing, budgeting, and financial strategy, with over 15 years of experience supporting humanitarian and international development programs rooted in purpose, integrity, and impact. He has led the design of complex cost proposals, financial analysis, and donor-aligned budgeting strategies for initiatives funded by USAID, USDA, the U.S. Department of State (DOS), Department of Labor (DOL), Swiss Development Cooperation (SDC), Asian Development Bank (ADB), GIZ, and other European donors and foundations. His work has spanned more than 20 countries in Asia, Africa and South America. He has also supported U.S.-based programs, providing financial oversight, compliance support, and budget leadership.
Currently working as an independent consultant, Safi collaborates with nonprofits and small businesses to design transparent, accountable financial systems and ensure the responsible use of resources. Known for his thoughtful and mission-driven approach, he supports cost strategy, financial planning, forecasting, and donor compliance across a wide range of contexts. With fluency in English, Pashto, Dari/Farsi, and Urdu/Hindi, he navigates diverse environments with ease and cultural sensitivity.
Board Member/ Treasurer
Sayed is an experienced finance and operations professional with over a decade of experience managing U.S. Government (USG) and non-USG grants and contracts across global programs. He brings deep expertise in financial planning, compliance, and international operations, including oversight of country offices and field teams. His background includes extensive work with ERP systems, internal controls, and the development of training programs to build organizational capacity.
Fluent in multiple languages and experienced in cross-cultural leadership, Sayed combines strategic insight with a strong commitment to transparency and mission-driven impact. He is passionate about strengthening nonprofits through sound governance, sustainable financial practices, and inclusive, global collaboration.
Board Member
Najibullah Noorzai has over 15 years of experience advancing global development and philanthropic initiatives across more than 30 countries. He currently serves as Donor Engagement Manager at the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW), where he strengthens major donor relationships and advances long-term giving strategies.Previously, Mr. Noorzai held senior roles within international nonprofit organizations, overseeing $360 million in humanitarian and development portfolios, directing multimillion-dollar medical and humanitarian aid programs, and collaborating closely with institutional and multilateral partners. He holds a Master of International Service from American University and an LL.M. from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, and brings expertise in strategic philanthropy, nonprofit governance, compliance, and cross-sector collaboration.
