The Problem

In Pakistan, over 80 million people face dangerous air pollution, causing widespread respiratory diseases like asthma, pneumonia, and COPD. Each year, air pollution causes over 100,000 premature deaths, with levels exceeding World Health Organization’s safe limit of 10 µg/m³ by more than ten times. Additionally, more than 55% of the rural population, around 70 million people, lack essential medical equipment such as nebulizers due to remoteness, poor healthcare, and poverty. For these communities, overcoming these challenges seems impossible, but with our support, and yours, we can help them access better health and opportunities.

Solution

To help is to provide. In collaboration with a local or national healthcare provider and a charitable organization in Pakistan, we will work to ensure that nebulizers reach the families most in need. Our approach will not only include distributing nebulizers, but also ensuring healthcare guidance so that the equipment is used safely and effectively.

While we will also work to raise awareness about the broader issue of air pollution, our immediate goal will be to reduce its toll on public health. We will aim to reduce the number of premature deaths and respiratory illnesses, offering relief to millions affected by toxic air.

How We Help

At Strands of Breath, we will fund all our initiatives through partnerships, fundraising events (such as bake sales, cake raffles, party events), merchandise sales, and the generosity of donors like you.

100% of the funds raised will go directly to Pakistani clinics or charitable organizations, who will then use those funds to purchase and distribute nebulizers to underserved, rural, and impoverished communities in Pakistan.

Our Impact

For every $80 raised, you’re not just providing a nebulizer – you’re giving someone a chance to breathe again.

Our Goal