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Sanad

Since 2008 — Cairo, Egypt · Reg. No. 7478

A world where orphans shape their future

Sanad means presence — with knowledge, action, and an unwavering promise. We work across 19 governorates to transform alternative parental care in Egypt and the MENA region.

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LATEST NEWS

From the field

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Yasmin El-Hagary Calls for a National Awareness Campaign on Alternative Family Care
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Sanad Signs Agreement to Document Its Experience in an International B2B Brand Management Book
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Sanad and The Recyclers Partner to Empower Children and Youth to Lead a More Sustainable Future
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Sanad and Mai-t Partner to Support Children and Youth Education Through Sustainability and Creativity
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Career Guidance Toward Supporting Care Leavers
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Empowering Youth with Life and Professional Skills for a Stable Future
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Ongoing Collaboration for a Better Future
SANAD Signs Cooperation Protocol with Ahl Masr Foundation for Development to Enhance Protection and Youth Empowerment

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THE CHALLENGE WE FACE

1.4 million orphans in Egypt alone — the system needs transformation

140 M
children without parental care in the world (UNICEF, 2014)

UNICEF estimates 140 million children globally live without parental care. Most are in institutions, even though family-based care produces far better outcomes.

35 M
children are without parental care in Africa (SOS Children's Villages, 2023)

Africa carries one of the heaviest burdens of the child care crisis. Egypt, at its heart, shoulders responsibility for the MENA region’s largest orphan population.

1.4 M
orphans in Egypt (MoSS 2023)

Many leave care at 18 with no family support, no savings, and no preparation. Sanad works to change this from the root.

Our Approach: Systemic Change

We don’t just support individual children — we transform the entire alternative care ecosystem: developing care homes, empowering caregivers, facilitating Kafala, and preparing youth for life after care.

338
Care Homes
2,603
Care home managers and caregivers trained
4,517
Children and youth reached
3,490,500
Individuals reached
1,075
MoSS staff trained
1,921
Civil society organisations
19
Governorates
18+
Years of Impact
SUCCESS STORIES

For 16 years Sanad has been supporting the ecosystem of alternative parental care through its innovative solutions, its community awareness initiatives, and the services it provides for the rehabilitation of orphaned youth. The community evolved, and so did Sanad’s vision; it is not anymore limited to providing a dignified life for every orphan. Sanad contributes to a world where these young people can actually be change makers and shape their own future.

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WHAT WE DO

Three pillars. One mission.

Our programs work across every layer of the care system — from preventing family breakdown to advocating for national reform.

Prevention

Strengthening families before crisis. We work with at-risk families to prevent unnecessary separation and keep children with their biological or extended kin.

Protection

Strengthening families before crisis. We work with at-risk families to prevent unnecessary separation and keep children with their biological or extended kin.

Advocacy

Strengthening families before crisis. We work with at-risk families to prevent unnecessary separation and keep children with their biological or extended kin.

GET INVOLVED

There Are Many Ways to Support Sanad

Your role in this mission matters.

Partner with Us

Build measurable CSR impact through certified child protection training. We work with corporations, foundations, and government to scale our reach.

Apply for Our Services

Are you a caregiver, guardian, or family in need? Explore our support services and submit an application — we are here to help.

Donate

Your Zakat, Sadaqah, or general donation funds programs that directly reach children and caregivers. Every pound creates measurable change.

Volunteer

Share your expertise — whether you’re a lawyer, designer, trainer, or student with passion. We match your skills to our live needs.