In a remarkable step toward promoting community-driven healthcare support, Faysal Bank has partnered with the Patients’ Aid Foundation unite for Thalassemia (PAF) to launch the impactful ‘Faysal Bank x Patients’ Aid – Bike A Cause’ initiative. This charitable event is dedicated to raising vital funds for the treatment of underprivileged Thalassemia patients receiving care at Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre (JPMC), one of Karachi’s leading public healthcare institutions.
Scheduled to take place on Sunday, August 25, 2024, the event will bring together the vibrant Karachi Cyclists Community, who will embark on a symbolic ride toward JPMC. Their journey not only promotes fitness and unity but also serves as a powerful gesture of solidarity with patients fighting a lifelong battle against Thalassemia.
Thalassemia is a severe genetic blood disorder that requires frequent blood transfusions, iron chelation therapy, and continuous medical monitoring treatments that are often financially out of reach for many families. Through this initiative, Faysal Bank and PAF aim to generate both financial support and public awareness, shining a spotlight on the healthcare challenges faced by marginalized communities in Pakistan.
‘Aid Foundation Unite for Thalassemia PatientsBike A Cause’ embodies the spirit of social responsibility, encouraging individuals and organizations to come together in meaningful ways. Every pedal taken during this ride will help improve access to life-saving care and reaffirm the collective belief that healthcare is a right, not a privilege..
This partnership highlights Faysal Bank’s commitment to supporting the Patients’ Aid Foundation unite for Thalassemia, which has been instrumental in transforming public healthcare at JPMC. Since its inception in 1990, the Patients’ Aid Foundation has revolutionized JPMC, making it a state-of-the-art hospital providing free, world-class healthcare to economically disadvantaged patients across Pakistan.
Mr. Mushtaq Chhapra, Chairman of the Patients’ Aid Foundation Unite for Thalassemia
Mr. Mushtaq Chhapra, Chairman of the Patients’ Aid Foundation, shared his enthusiasm:
This event will unite cycling enthusiasts and the community while raising awareness about the healthcare revolution at JPMC. Our work has enabled advanced, free healthcare for thousands of patients daily, including 12,000 patients visiting OPD and 2,000 patients in the A&E every day. In the fiscal year 2023-24, we facilitated over 12,000 free dialysis sessions, 25,000 quality childbirths, 11,000 cancer treatments, and 782,000 free radiological diagnostics.
What is Aid Foundation Unite for Thalassemia Patients Bike A Cause all about?
Bike A Cause’ is more than just a cycling event—it’s a movement that combines community action, corporate social responsibility, and human compassion. The primary objective is to generate donations that will directly contribute to the treatment of Thalassemia patients, many of whom cannot afford regular blood transfusions, iron chelation therapy, and follow-up care.
This event underscores Faysal Bank’s ongoing commitment to purpose-driven banking, and Patients’ Aid Foundation’s relentless dedication to uplifting public healthcare in Pakistan
The event aims to gather support for this noble cause, ensuring that free, quality treatment remains accessible to Thalassemia patients across Karachi, interior Sindh, Balochistan, and other rural areas.
The Impact of the Cause Aid Foundation Unite for Thalassemia
Thalassemia is a life-threatening genetic blood disorder that requires lifelong treatment and monitoring. For thousands of families living below the poverty line, treatment costs are a significant burden. With this event, Faysal Bank and PAF aim to:
- Raise critical funds for ongoing treatment
- Spread awareness about the importance of early diagnosis and genetic counseling
- Encourage community participation in charitable health initiatives
Event Details
- Event: Faysal Bank x Patients’ Aid – Bike A Cause
- Date: Sunday, August 25, 2024
- Location: Ride route ends at JPMC, Karachi
- Participants: Karachi Cyclists Community, Faysal Bank representatives, PAF volunteers
- Purpose: Fundraising and awareness Aid Foundation Unite for Thalassemia treatment
Join the Ride, Save a Life
The collaboration between Faysal Bank and Patients’ Aid Foundation represents a model for how corporations and nonprofit organizations can join forces for impactful change. If you’re in Karachi and passionate about health, fitness, or humanitarian causes, this is your chance to contribute meaningfully.
Every pedal, every mile, every rupee raised through this event brings hope to a Thalassemia patient. Let’s ride together, not just for fitness—but for a lifesaving cause.
For more information about the event and how to participate or support, please visit patientsaidjpmc.org or contact 0301-8278222. And for more updates visit homepage
