The International Development and Relief Foundation (IDRF) is a Canadian non-profit organization dedicated to empowering disadvantaged people worldwide. Founded in 1984, IDRF provides humanitarian aid and sustainable development programs based on Islamic principles. Their core values include human dignity, self-reliance, social justice, and sustainability. IDRF commits to equitable distribution of resources while respecting the cultural and religious integrity of all beneficiaries.

IDRF operates globally with active programs in over 40 countries across Asia, Africa, the Middle East, Eastern Europe, and the Americas. The organization works through local partners to implement culturally sensitive initiatives. This approach ensures targeted assistance and creates a foundation for long-term sustainability. Since its founding, IDRF has expanded from supporting 60 refugee families to impacting over 4 million people in the last year alone.

IDRF focuses on two main program areas: emergency relief and participatory development. Their emergency response provides immediate assistance to those affected by natural disasters and conflicts. This includes food, shelter, clothing, medical assistance, and trauma counseling. Their development programs address poverty, illiteracy, and preventable diseases through education, healthcare, water and sanitation projects, and economic initiatives. IDRF also runs specialized programs in Canada, including the Licensed to Learn peer-tutoring program that supports low-income students.