Invest in Merit.
Break the Cycle of Poverty.
100% Direct Impact.
Since 1996, OAMT has empowered over 700 meritorious students to graduate from Pakistan’s top universities as doctors, engineers, and leaders. Your entire contribution funds our programs—our Trustees personally cover 100% of all administrative and operational costs.
The 100% Efficiency Standard.
Most organizations spend 20–40% on rent, salaries, and marketing. We don’t. Because our Founders and Trustees personally fund every Rupee of our operational overhead, 100% of your Zakat and Sadaqah is ring-fenced for student tuition and child nourishment.
See our financial modelTrustee Funded
Admin & Overhead
100%
To Student Tuition
The Mechanism of Change
We don't just provide aid; we provide professional mobility and sustainable futures.
Degrees from Elite Institutions.
We fund merit-based paths to LUMS, UET, NCA, King Edward Medical University, and GIKI. We don't just provide aid; we provide professional mobility.
View ScholarshipsFuel for the Mind.
Malnutrition is the greatest barrier to learning. We provide daily milk and eggs to students in low-income schools, ensuring cognitive growth matches academic potential.
View CNPRapid Response in Crisis.
20% of our annual assets are reserved for immediate relief efforts, serving victims of floods and earthquakes with the same transparency as our education funds.
View Relief EffortsFrom Dreams to Degrees: The OAMT Hall of Fame.
"In 1996, I was a scholarship recipient. Today, I am a Trustee."
Governance by Leadership.
OAMT is managed by a board of seasoned bankers, legal experts, and educationists who volunteer their time and resources to protect your contribution.
Mrs. Tasneem Aftab
Founder & Chairperson
Philanthropist & Education Advocate
Mrs. Talat Waheed
Founding Member & Deputy Chairperson
Philanthropist & Day 1 Partner
Mr. Salman Chima
Trustee & Legal Counsel
Legal Expert & Corporate Counsel
Mrs. Nazia Qureshi
Vice Chairperson
Educationist & Academic Leader
Frequently Asked Questions
Trust • Impact • Transparency
Omar Aftab Memorial Trust was founded in 1996 by Mrs. Tasneem Aftab in loving memory of her son, Omar Aftab. What began as a mother’s personal mission has grown into a 29-year legacy of empowering underprivileged yet talented students across Pakistan.
The Trust has supported 700+ students in pursuing higher education at some of Pakistan’s most prestigious institutions. Many former beneficiaries are now accomplished professionals and several proudly serve as Trustees — continuing the cycle of Sadaqah Jariyah.
While education remains the core mission, OAMT also serves communities through:
- Child Nourishment Program — combating malnutrition through daily milk and eggs
- Computer Labs & Libraries — improving access to modern learning tools
- Girls’ Sports Initiatives — promoting healthy physical development
- Disaster Relief Efforts — supporting victims of earthquakes and floods
- 100% of donor funds go directly to student and child welfare programs
- Trustees personally cover all administrative and operational expenses
- Direct sponsor-a-student model with progress reporting
- A 29-year legacy of uninterrupted silent service
- Governance led by educators, bankers, legal experts, and professionals
- Long-term nation building through education and youth development
OAMT operates on a principle of maximum donor impact and responsible governance.
Administrative and operational costs are personally borne by Trustees, ensuring that donor contributions are dedicated fully to scholarships, nourishment programs, and relief efforts.
Financial reporting and audited records are maintained to preserve trust and accountability.
The Trust is governed by a Board of Trustees consisting of experienced:
- Educationists
- Chartered Accountants
- Corporate leaders
- Banking professionals
- Legal experts
- Social sector leaders
All Trustees volunteer their time and expertise to safeguard the Trust’s mission and donor confidence.
Donors can directly sponsor the education of one or more deserving students. The Trust:
- Identifies financially deserving and academically meritorious candidates
- Verifies eligibility and academic records
- Disburses funds responsibly
- Provides sponsors with periodic academic progress reports
This ensures transparency, accountability, and direct human impact.
No. While education is the primary focus, the Trust also responds to humanitarian needs.
Up to 20% of annual resources may be allocated for disaster relief to support communities affected by floods, earthquakes, and other emergencies.
Yes. The Trust is a registered non-governmental, non-political, charitable organization and is recognized under relevant provisions of the Income Tax Ordinance for nonprofit status.
Education breaks the cycle of poverty permanently.
By helping talented students access professional degrees, the Trust enables long-term social mobility — transforming not just individuals, but entire families and future generations.
This philosophy has guided OAMT since 1996.