The Khaled Hosseini Foundation

The Khaled Hosseini Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in San Jose, CA, dedicated to providing comprehensive humanitarian assistance to Afghanistan's most vulnerable populations. The Foundation operates through a strategic grantmaking model, funding respected international organizations with extensive experience working in conflict-affected regions to deliver measurable impact across multiple service areas. The Foundation's core programs focus on humanitarian relief and shelter provision for displaced families, economic empowerment initiatives for women, and integrated healthcare and education services for children throughout Afghanistan. Since its establishment, the Foundation has demonstrated exceptional financial stewardship, earning a Gold rating on Guidestar with over 90% of contributions directed directly to beneficiaries on the ground. The Foundation's track record includes funding the construction of 537 shelters housing over 3,200 individuals, providing educational support to more than 15,000 students, and contributing to maternity center expansions serving approximately 33,000 women annually. Working with grantee organizations including GoodWeave and other established nonprofits, the Foundation addresses critical needs including chronic malnutrition affecting one in four children, the world's highest infant mortality rates, and educational barriers impacting 3.7 million out-of-school children. The Foundation's commitment to evidence-based grantmaking and transparent operations ensures that donations create sustainable, long-term improvements in Afghan communities facing displacement and humanitarian crises.