Who We Are

About Hasanaat

Hasanaat means 'Good Deeds' in Arabic. We support refugee youth in Tucson to learn, grow, secure scholarships, and give back to their communities.

Good Deeds · حسنات

Our Story

Hasanaat is the Arabic word for 'Good Deeds'

Hasanaat's mission is rooted in its name — to do good. We support refugee youth from the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), ages 14–20, helping them navigate new challenges — language, culture, and academics — while unlocking scholarships, grants, and opportunities that transform their futures.

"Our mission is rooted in its name — to do good. Together, we make meaningful change possible."

As a registered 501(c)3, 100% of our financial resources go toward advancing the well-being of the next generation. Our CEO, executive leadership, and advisory board serve voluntarily — because they believe every student deserves the chance to thrive.

$500K+

Scholarships secured

120+

Students supported

100%

Volunteer leadership

How It's Possible

You make it possible

Hasanaat thrives through the generous support of donors, volunteers, and grant funding. Every dollar goes directly toward helping students set goals, access higher education, and secure the scholarships and grants that change their lives.

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Scholarships & Grants

We help students identify and secure scholarships and grants from private and public sources — a cornerstone of what we do.

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Higher GPAs

Through tutoring and mentorship, our students achieve stronger academic performance and stay on track toward graduation.

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College & Career Pathways

Whether university, community college, or vocational training — we help every student find and pursue the right path for them.

Executive Director & Founder

Mahmoud Alabagi

Executive Director · Hasanaat Incorporated

"When we invest in education, we're not just changing one life — we're uplifting entire communities. Every young person we empower today is a brighter future for us all."

Mahmoud is a founding member of Hasanaat with over a decade of nonprofit experience beginning in 2010. With a background in technology and big data analytics, he has served on multiple nonprofit boards. Raised in Tucson, he was shaped by positive role models who instilled the values of service, compassion, and community. He leads with humility — crediting the organization's success to its dedicated volunteers — and believes every child deserves the opportunity to thrive, regardless of where they come from.

Student Voices

Real stories of real change

Hasanaat gave me the confidence to believe that I could turn my struggles into strength and become the nurse I always dreamed of being.

Ruha

University of Arizona · College of Nursing

I went from living in a refugee tent to preparing for a career in technology — Hasanaat helped me see what was possible when I didn't think I had a future.

Omar

University of Arizona · Eller College of Management

Hasanaat reminded me that my dream of becoming a doctor wasn't too big — it was possible, and they gave me the tools to pursue it.

Mariam

University of Arizona · Pre-Med

Community Partners