A Company setup under section 42 of the companies act 2017
Empowering Lives Through Education & Growth
Driving sustainable change by empowering underserved communities through education, capacity building, and transformative initiatives.
CEO's Message
We, at Zarina Shamim Foundation (ZSF), believe that education is the most powerful catalyst for change. For girls, it’s not just about textbooks and classrooms; it’s about unlocking potential, fostering dreams, and building a brighter future for themselves, their families, and their communities. Every day, I am inspired by the incredible resilience and ambition of the girls we serve. Through our scholarships, we’re not just providing financial aid; we’re opening doors to opportunity, ensuring that talent and drive are never limited by circumstance. We are deeply committed to empowering girls to become leaders, innovators, and changemakers. None of this would be possible without your incredible support. Together, we are creating a world where every girl has the chance to learn, grow, and thrive. Thank you for being a champion for girls’ education. Warmly, Zareen Niazi
ZSF Vision & Mission
Zarina Shamim Trust (ZST) converted to Zarina Shamim Foundation (ZSF). (A Company set up under Section 42 of the Companies Act, 2017). Zarina Shamin Trust (ZST) was created / registered and the Board of Trustees were consituted to execute, manage, run and govern the Trust. ZST Deed was registered as Document 1740 in Book No. 1 and volume No. 335 in the record of the office Sub Registrar, Gulberg Town, Lahore on 24th June 2011.
Zarina Shamim Foundation (ZSF) is working in the education sector and give scholarships to girls for school, college / university and professional education. It is operating as ‘A Not for Profit’ entity since Jan’24. Initially, scholarships were awarded under Zarina Shamim Trust (ZST). This entity was created / registered, and the Board of Trustees were constituted to execute, manage, run, and govern the Trust in 2011. Later, ZST was converted into ZSF under the Punjab Trust Act 2020.
Help to create a world of hope, tolerance and social justice by enabling and empowering people.
Develop initiatives to improve the quality of life for deprived communities by building their capacities.
We strive to live up to and put into action following values and principles. These serve as guidelines for our conduct and behavior as we work towards our vision.
Promoting quality education and Information & Communication Technologies (ICT) literacy for economic growth among people
Our Projects
Zarina Shamim Scholarship Program
The Zarina Shamim Scholarship Program (ZSSP) was established in 2007 to pay an on-going tribute to Mrs. Zarina Shamim for her fifty years of dedicated service to girls’ education. She strongly believed in women education and was fully committed to . . .Read more
Robotics Education – A Zarina Shamim Foundation Initiative
At Ala-ud-Din Academy Girls High School (ALDA), the Zarina Shamim Foundation offers Robotics Education for Nursery & Prep students, expanding to Primary next year. With future Robotics Labs and a Discover Hub Lab for Seniors, we teach coding and STEM skills, fostering logical thinking and creativity . . . Read more
Scholarships Program Achievements
Our statistics of what we have achieved with your support
College , University and Professional Education
Financial Disbursements – 2007 to 2024
School Education
Financial Disbursements – 2007 to 2024
Stories of Resilience and Triumph at a Glance
News & Events
Some recent updates blog posts from Zarina Shamim Trust
Annual Alumni Get together 2025
Fundraising Event 2022
Awards 2024
Zarina Shamim Scholarship Program – 2022
Scholarships for 28 Students
