“I was in my third year of college, studying Bachelor of Pharmacy, when I saw an old man sleeping on the road. I offered him food, and he said, “I’ve already had my dinner. Why don’t you give it to someone else who needs it?” Despite having nothing, he thought of others first. That moment changed my life.
I grew up in a modest family. My father cycled to work every day for 16 years to make ends meet. We didn’t have much, but he taught me that kindness isn’t about wealth, it’s about willingness.
In 2016, I decided to do something, however small. I asked friends and family to donate one day’s salary to help feed the needy. My cousin in the UK sent ₹5,000, and with that, I began distributing food to people sleeping on the streets.
Later, while pursuing my Doctor of Pharmacy at Sultan-ul-Uloom College of Pharmacy, more people came forward to support. That’s when I registered Humanity First Foundation.
In November 2016, I ordered around 120 plates of upma and went to Niloufer Hospital early in the morning. I was nervous, but within minutes, hundreds of people gathered. Seeing hungry people smile with a plate of food in their hands was unforgettable.
That morning became a turning point. Since then, I have distributed breakfast every single day. It’s now been nine years since that first service at Niloufer Hospital. The routine has never stopped, not during rain, exams, or even the pandemic.
Over time, our foundation grew. Today, we serve breakfast daily outside Niloufer, NIMS, and Osmania General Hospitals. We also run dinner drives, distribute ration kits, and provide emergency help. During COVID-19, we supported migrant workers, the homeless, and supplied oxygen cylinders.
None of this would have been possible without the constant support of our contributors, donors, and volunteers. They are the real strength behind Humanity First Foundation, ensuring that the mission continues every morning.
I also run Humanity Hospital in Hyderabad, offering low-cost healthcare for underprivileged families. Balancing medical work and service is not easy, but it gives my life meaning.
What began with one act of compassion has become a lifelong commitment to humanity, shared by many kind hearts. And that journey continues every morning, with the same purpose and the same heart.”
- Dr. Mohammad Sujathullah,
Founder & President,
Humanity First Foundation