Human Development Foundation (HDF) was formed by the American-Pakistani community, in 1997. Its mission is to facilitate a non-political movement for a positive social change and community empowerment through mass literacy, enhanced quality of education, universal primary health care and grassroots economic development. This philosophy is carried out by the founding of educational programs, preventative healthcare education, empowering communities, creating physical infrastructure, vocational training, as well as economic development programs.

HDF conducts vocational training in both electrical and plumbing fields trains individuals how to improve their community's standard of living. Their micro lending programme allows for those who have the entrepreneurial spirit to achieve their dreams, by opening stores, raising livestock or producing other goods. In addition, it also educates individuals about enhancing productivity in agriculture and livestock through raising awareness, use of research and modern technology and best practices. HDF has been able to mobilize the Pakistani American community and establish supporting networks in all major metropolitan areas of the USA and encourages a greater contribution by women in economic activities.