Islamic Relief USA, incorporated in California in 1993, has been linking people who want to help with people who need help around the world for nearly two decades. IRUSA donors, volunteers and staff work together to provide emergency aid and long-term humanitarian relief to those in need. Our mission is to alleviate suffering, hunger, illiteracy, and diseases worldwide regardless of color, race, religion, or creed, and to provide aid in a compassionate and dignified manner. Islamic Relief USA aims to provide rapid relief in the event of human and natural disasters and to establish sustainable local development projects allowing communities to better help themselves.