The Secret to Raising Millions for Charity – Ovais Iqbal | The Muslimi Experience

Ovais Iqbal, Global Ambassador for Humaniti, reveals the innovative strategies and profound mindset shifts needed to revolutionise Muslim charity and create lasting change. In this episode of The Muslimi Experience, host Boonaa Mohammed sits down with Ovais Iqbal, a powerhouse fundraiser, former Cisco executive, and dedicated humanitarian. Ovais shares his incredible journey from Karachi to becoming a leading voice in the non-profit sector, driven by a legacy of giving back ingrained in him from his Memon community roots. Ovais pulls back the curtain on the world of high-impact fundraising, explaining how to simplify complex messages to connect with donors. He delivers a powerful critique of the charity sector's "leftover talent" problem and argues passionately for attracting top-tier professionals to maximize the impact of every dollar. This conversation is a masterclass in purpose, communication, and building sustainable support for those in need. This is more than a success story; it's a call to action for the entire Ummah to approach charity with professionalism, innovation, and a deep sense of responsibility. Ovais's journey proves that with the right intention and strategy, we can build a legacy of purposeful impact.