Hunger doesn't wait. Neither do we.

Samina Rao is the Founder and President of the Calgary Halal Food Bank Foundation, established with a simple belief: no family should have to struggle to put food on the table.

Driven by compassion and a commitment to serving the community, Samina founded the organization to provide dignified, culturally appropriate, and halal food support to individuals and families facing food insecurity in Calgary.

Her vision goes beyond providing food — it is about bringing people together, supporting families with respect, and building a stronger, more caring community where everyone feels welcome.

Arshad Rao is the Co-Founder of the Calgary Halal Food Bank Foundation and a passionate advocate for community service. He believes that no individual or family should have to face hunger alone.

Driven by compassion and a desire to give back to the community, Arshad helped establish the Foundation to provide nutritious, culturally appropriate food while treating every person with dignity and respect.

His vision is simple: bring people together, share blessings, and help build a community where no one is left behind.

Amir Ali brings over 20 years of international experience in strategic communications, journalism, government relations, and community engagement, with a career spanning Pakistan, Italy, Switzerland, and Canada, including research experience with the World Trade Organization in Geneva.

At the Calgary Halal Food Bank Foundation, Amir focuses on building strong partnerships, strengthening community and government relations, and advancing the Foundation's mission to address food insecurity with dignity and compassion.

Zoya Khan brings more than a decade of volunteer experience, including crisis support, nonprofit board service, and community assistance.

Passionate about mental health and community well-being, Zoya understands the impact food insecurity can have on both dignity and emotional well-being. At the Calgary Halal Food Bank Foundation, she is committed to serving with empathy and inclusion, helping individuals and families feel supported, valued, and respected.

Shakeel Ahmed is a lifelong community volunteer with more than two decades of service in Canada, contributing to numerous nonprofit and community organizations through leadership, fundraising, and volunteer roles.

With a Master's degree in Political Science and extensive community experience, Shakeel brings a strong commitment to service and accountability to the Calgary Halal Food Bank Foundation. His dedication has earned him numerous recognitions, including the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal.

Rukhsana Jahangir is an experienced accounting professional and a long-time Calgary resident with more than two decades of connection to the community, bringing valuable experience in accounting, financial administration, and client relations.

Passionate about community service and inclusion, Rukhsana contributes her financial expertise, organizational skills, and commitment to supporting people from all backgrounds in advancing the Calgary Halal Food Bank Foundation's mission.

Aliya Rawji was born in Tanzania and has called Calgary home for more than 34 years. She is passionate about giving back and helping build a stronger, more connected community.

Known for bringing people together through free community events and initiatives, Aliya brings her passion for service, organization, and community engagement to her role as Director of Operations at the Calgary Halal Food Bank Foundation.

Mohammad Jasim Talukder is a Calgary-based realtor, entrepreneur, and community volunteer with a professional background in IT and power engineering, bringing a practical, problem-solving approach and a strong commitment to community service.

At the Calgary Halal Food Bank Foundation, Jasim is passionate about helping families access nutritious halal food with dignity and supporting initiatives that address food insecurity in the community.

Kashif Hussain is an experienced technology professional with advanced education in Computer Science and Engineering, including a Master of Engineering from Dalhousie University, along with professional certifications from Microsoft and Cisco (MCSE, MCSA, CCNA).

As Director of Marketing & IT at the Calgary Halal Food Bank Foundation, Kashif contributes his technical expertise, project experience, and problem-solving skills to strengthen the Foundation's digital presence, technology systems, and community outreach.