About HRD
We envision a world where food insecurity doesn’t exist and no one has to go to bed hungry, where every child is given the best start in life, and where dignity, respect, and opportunity are rights afforded to all.
Our Mission
Building Sustainable Kitchens, Transforming Lives
Leading with Vision and Integrity
Meet Our Board Members
Maeen Ali
Maeen Ali - CEO and Founder
Maeen Ali is the CEO and co-founder of Humanity for Relief and Development (HRD). A dedicated humanitarian, social entrepreneur, and human rights advocate, Maeen established HRD in 2018 to address global food insecurity. Serving on the board since 2017, his leadership has been pivotal in driving HRD's mission forward. Alongside his work with HRD, Maeen also works as a bus operator for MTA New York City.
Salah Ali
Salah Ali - Vice President
Salah Ali is the Vice President of Humanity for Relief and Development (HRD), elected to the role in 2025. He has served as a board member for one year and has been a committed volunteer with HRD for over three years, playing a key role in advancing its mission. With 18 years of service in the NYPD, Salah currently holds the rank of sergeant in the Intelligence Division.
Shareefa Albanna
Shareefa Albanna - Secretary
Shareefa Albanna is the Secretary of the HRD Global Board of Directors, serving for one year. She is the owner of Pursuit Consulting and Exit Factor Buffalo. With over 13 years of experience in humanitarian efforts and business leadership, Shareefa has worked globally to support economically disadvantaged women and children. Her initiatives focus on orphan welfare, workforce development in various industries, and renewable energy projects. She has a strong background in business leadership and leadership psychology, advocating for women-owned and BIPOC businesses.
Nasser Ghaleb
Nasser Ghaleb - Treasurer
Nasser Ghaleb is the Treasurer of the board and serves as the President of GPS Advisors LLC and Deputy Chief Financial Officer at Risewell Community Services. With over 20 years of experience in finance, accounting, and technology, he has a proven track record of improving operational efficiency, particularly in non-profits. Nasser holds a degree in Computer Science & Business Administration from St. John’s University and is a U.S. Army veteran. He has been serving on the board for one year.
Abdurahman Almontaser
Abdurahman Almontaser - Board Member
Abdurahman Almontaser, a proud Yemeni American from Brooklyn, has devoted his life to service through the U.S. Marine Corps, the NYPD, and humanitarian work. A former Marine supervisor in electrical engineering, he now serves as a Sergeant in the NYPD’s Medical Division, ensuring the health and readiness of department personnel. Outside law enforcement, he manages residential properties and volunteers with Humanity for Relief and Development and the Mercy Truck, bringing aid to both local and global communities. His work reflects a lifelong commitment to leadership, compassion, and public service.
Board Advisors
Naji Almontaser
Naji Almontaser - Board Advisor
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Dr Debbie Almontaser
Dr Debbie Almontaser - Board Advisor
Dr. Almontaser is an internationally recognized, award-winning educator, speaker, and authority on cross-cultural understanding. As the founding and former principal of the Khalil Gibran International Academy in Brooklyn, NY, she brings over twenty-five years of experience in the NYC Public School System. Her career spans teaching special education, fostering inclusion, training teachers in literacy, and serving as a multicultural specialist and diversity advisor. Dr. Almontaser has also lent her expertise to HRD, serving as a board member for two years and currently contributing as a board advisor.
Our Staff
Maeen Ali
Maeen Ali - CEO and Founder
Maeen Ali is the CEO and co-founder of Humanity for Relief and Development (HRD). A dedicated humanitarian, social entrepreneur, and human rights advocate, Maeen established HRD in 2018 to address global food insecurity. Serving on the board since 2017, his leadership has been pivotal in driving HRD's mission forward. Alongside his work with HRD, Maeen also works as a bus operator for MTA New York City.
Tayyab Yunus
Tayyab Yunus - Managing Director
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Cathy Lou Mondigo
Cathy Lou Mondigo - Program Manager
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Manuela Jaramillo
Manuela Jaramillo - Fundraising Manager
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Maria Jose Luna
Maria Jose Luna - Grant Coordinator
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Mosume Bahar
Mosume Bahar - Administrative Coordinator
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Nataly Castano
Nataly Castano - Volunteer and Event Coordinator
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Sara Gallagher
Sara Gallagher - Business Development Advisor
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Key Documents for Transparency
Reports and Documents Overview