In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful

Registered nonprofit · Reg. ID 1112506318 Phase 2 of 4 · Finishing works underway

Alforgan Charitable Endowment

We enable Quran education and memorization for women and children in Balqarn, and support the upkeep of mosques — through a charitable endowment that funds itself.

A mixed-use building (hotel · Quran nursery · café · mosque) is nearing the end of finishing works. Once operating, its commercial income will fund our charitable activities permanently — with no future donations needed.

One gift, given once — and its reward never stops.

Final rendering of the Alforgan Endowment building in Balqarn
Final project rendering
Who we are

Our Mission & Activities

Qurans resting on wooden rehl stands in the women's Quran memorization hall
The Women's Quran Memorization House — the endowment's core activity
Our mission

To enable Quran education and memorization for women and children in Balqarn Governorate, and to support the upkeep and maintenance of mosques — through a self-funding charitable endowment that does not depend on recurring donations.

Alforgan Charitable Endowment & Women's Quran Memorization House is a registered nonprofit organization, officially registered with the General Authority of Awqaf in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Registration ID 1112506318, based in Afra, Balqarn Governorate, Asir Region.

Our activities

Women's Quran memorization house

Quran memorization and study circles for women and girls in a dedicated, safe environment.

Funding the Balqarn Quran Society

Directing endowment income to fund the society's educational programs and circles.

Alforgan Mosque upkeep

Covering the ongoing maintenance and operating needs of the mosque east of the building.

Operating income-generating facilities

A hotel, café and nursery that will self-fund our charitable activities once complete.

The project

Alforgan Mixed-Use Complex

Four components working together: two generate sustainable endowment income that funds our mission, and two carry the direct spiritual and educational impact — in Afra, Balqarn Governorate.

Revenue-generating

Hospitality Building

Hotel suites and rooms serving regional visitors, forming the main income source that funds the endowment after operation begins.

Spiritual & educational

Educational Nursery

A nursery dedicated to grounding young children in the Holy Quran in a safe environment, in partnership with the Balqarn Quran Memorization Society.

Revenue-generating

Café & Reception

Community spaces serving the local area, growing the endowment's revenue alongside the hospitality building.

Spiritual & educational

Alforgan Mosque

Ongoing funding for the maintenance and upkeep of the mosque located directly east of the building.

Our story

The founder of this endowment

This blessed edifice was founded by the grace of God, and then through the vision and generous hand of Sheikh Abdullah bin Saad bin Hanash Al-Qarni (may God have mercy on him), who embodied the highest meanings of giving and benevolence when he endowed this building.

He left behind an inexhaustible legacy for the community and a journey of goodness whose rewards extend to the Day of Judgment — a model to be followed in relieving hardship and loving good for society.

Beneficiary

Balqarn Quran Memorization Society

Investment income supports the society's activities and the upkeep needs of Alforgan Mosque, east of the building.

A self-sustaining endowment

One contribution · lasting legacy

Once operating, building income perpetually funds Quran memorization and mosque care — no further donations needed.

Project timeline

Current phase: finishing works

The concrete structure is complete, and we're now moving into finishing works. God willing, with your support, we aim to complete the remainder within one year.

Done

Phase 1

Concrete structural skeleton

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In progress now

Phase 2

Interior & exterior finishing works

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Upcoming

Phase 3

HVAC, electrical & mechanical

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Upcoming

Phase 4

Furniture, handover & operation

The site today · Phase 2
Actual site photo: the concrete structure is complete and finishing works are underway
An actual photo from site: the concrete structure is fully complete, with facades and interior finishing works now in progress.
After completion
Final architectural rendering of the Alforgan Endowment building once complete
The final architectural rendering once finishing and fit-out are done — eleven work items stand between us and this.
Expected completion: one year
Finishing needs

Works completed through your partnership

Eleven finishing-work items stand between us and putting the building into operation and running our charitable activities in full.

Completion of building works (facades and interior adjustments)
Architectural modifications, demolition and renovation
Doors and windows
Insulation works
Site works
Electrical and plumbing works
HVAC and mechanical works
False ceilings and gypsum board
Plastering and painting
Floors and walls (ceramic, porcelain, marble)
Furniture and furnishings supply
Your impact

A continuing charity, ever-flowing

Every riyal contributed to complete this building becomes a perpetual endowment return that funds Quran memorization and the care of Allah's houses — one contribution, an ongoing reward, by His will.

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finishing work items
4
charitable activities funded
ongoing reward, inshaAllah
Our educational programs

Quran circles, in person and with technology

In-person Quran circles

Register your interest in joining upcoming Quran memorization circles for women and children at the endowment's site, and we'll notify you once registration opens.

Register interest

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Location

Project location on the map

Afra City, Balqarn Governorate, Asir Region, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia — directly beside Alforgan Mosque.

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Frequently asked questions

Questions people ask us

What is Alforgan Charitable Endowment?

Alforgan Charitable Endowment & Women's Quran Memorization House is a registered nonprofit organization (Registration ID 1112506318) in Afra, Balqarn Governorate, Asir Region, Saudi Arabia. It invests in a mixed-use building — a hotel, a Quran memorization nursery, a café, and a mosque — directing its income to the Balqarn Quran Memorization Society and Alforgan Mosque.

What is your mission and what activities do you run?

Our mission is to enable Quran education and memorization for women and children in Balqarn Governorate, and to support the upkeep and maintenance of mosques. We run four activities: operating a women's Quran memorization house; funding the Balqarn Quran Memorization Society; maintaining Alforgan Mosque; and operating income-generating endowment facilities (hotel, café, nursery) that self-fund these activities.

What does "one-time donation" mean here?

Once finishing works are complete and the building is operating, commercial income from the hotel and café will permanently fund Quran memorization and mosque upkeep on its own, with no future donations needed. Your contribution today is a single investment in an ongoing, self-renewing charity.

What phase is the project in right now?

The project is in Phase 2 of 4: the concrete structure is complete, and interior and exterior finishing works are underway. Remaining work is expected to take about one year, God willing.

How can I donate to Alforgan Endowment?

By direct bank transfer to the endowment's account at Al Rajhi Bank. To confirm your transfer and receive a receipt, please contact the trustee board at admin@alforgan.org or +966 50 560 9022.

Where is the Alforgan project located?

The project is located in Afra, Balqarn Governorate, Asir Region, Saudi Arabia, directly beside Alforgan Mosque.

How do I register interest in the Quran memorization circles?

Through the "Quran circles" registration page on the endowment's website. You will be contacted once registration formally opens after the building is completed.

Trustee

Endowment governance

Per the founder's condition, trusteeship is held by a descendant. The trustee board is accountable before Allah, then before the General Authority of Awqaf, for the sound management of the endowment and the sustainability of its purpose.

Waqf Trustee
From the founder's descendants
Trustee phone
+966 50 560 9022
Email
admin@alforgan.org
Address
Afra City, Balqarn Governorate, Asir Region, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia