Noor Thalassemia Foundation

Got a Minute to Change a Life? LUMS Heroes Step Up

Imagine this scenario: A group of university students choose to step outside their comfort zones to bring the goal of delivering a little magic into the lives of children suffering from thalassemia. That is exactly what happened when LUMS students visited the Noor Thalassemia Foundation, giving hope-filled hearts in addition to gifts in their hands. Their mission? To do more than just visit. They wanted to make a real difference. And guess what? They did just that by setting up a blood donation camp right on their campus. Their rallying cry was simple but powerful: "Your blood, their lifeline. Let's be there for them." The response was nothing short of amazing. For four straight days, the campus was alive with a vibe of generosity, as students lined up to donate blood. By the end, they had over 200 bags of blood ready to go - each one a beacon of hope for a child in need. And then, something unique happened on the last day. The Noor Thalassemia Foundation's founder, Mr. Sajjad Cheema, came there. He gave students a clear message when he said, "Thank you. You've performed an amazing effort." It's not just about blood donation in this story. It's a story of hope, kindness, and the wonderful things that can occur when people join together for a worthy cause. Everyone hears this call to action: Could you give a minute to save a life? We've seen how it's done by the LUMS students. Now it's our turn. Don't just read this story. Come, let it engage us. Since we can maintain the chain of hope one donation and one act of kindness at a time if we work together.