From serving 50 meals on Sundays to leading a nationwide food relief mission, Imad Ali’s journey is a lesson in grit, empathy, and unstoppable resolve
When most 23-year-olds are juggling final exams and job placements, Imad Ali had something else on his plate—feeding the hungry.
“I was just a mechanical engineering student when the pandemic hit. Daily wage laborers had no work and were starving,” Imad recalls. “I couldn’t just sit back. I started by feeding 50 people every Sunday.”
That single act of kindness, sparked by the desperation of COVID-19 lockdowns, has since transformed into Terminate Hunger Welfare Organization, a full-fledged non-profit that now provides free daily meals to over 400 people at government hospitals in Hyderabad. And that’sjust the beginning.
Imad's story is not just about social impact—it's about defying expectations.
“People warned me I’d fail my engineering if I kept focusing on social service,” he shares. “But I managed both. I passed my engineering and continued my work.”
His academic discipline blended with an unshakable resolve has helped Imad run Terminate Hunger like a startup—scaling strategically while staying rooted in purpose. Today, the organization delivers free breakfast and dinner, organizes blood donation camps, offers free water round the clock in five cities, and even hosts health drives in slums.
The origin of Terminate Hunger is deeply human. In the early, chaotic months of COVID-19, Imad saw something most people overlooked: starvation as a hidden pandemic.
“There were no jobs, no food, and no help for the most vulnerable,” he says. “I saw this gap, and I knew it needed to be filled—not tomorrow, but now.”
That urgency turned into consistent action. From weekend meals for 50 people to now feeding over half a million individuals since inception, Imad’s efforts have filled more than stomachs—they’ve restored dignity to people ignored by mainstream relief efforts.
One of the most powerful milestones for Terminate Hunger came during Ramadan.
“In just 29 days, we served 1.5 lakh people. That was a turning point. It showed us what we’retruly capable of,” Imad says, his voice tinged with both pride and awe.
Their Iftar project at Mecca Masjid, which fed over 4,000 people every evening, became a city-wide symbol of compassion and collective care.
Terminate Hunger isn’t just about feeding people—it’s about restoring hope. The organization collaborates with NGOs like Fatima Old Age Home, Feeding Humanity, Hopeful Heart Foundation and WeForYou Organization to go beyond food.
“Our Youth Empowerment and Women Empowerment programs provide employment opportunities and connect individuals with suitable courses and job placements,” Imad explains.
From blood donation camps for cancer patients to health check-ups in underserved neighborhoods, the initiative touches every point where hunger and health intersect.
Growing Against the Grain
Building a nonprofit from the ground up is no easy feat—especially as a student. Imad faced skepticism, financial limitations, and sleepless nights balancing school and service.
“But the belief of the people I served kept me going. When you see someone cry because they got their first full meal in days, it changes you,” he says.
With more than 125+ dedicated volunteers, Terminate Hunger has become a grassroots powerhouse. Their model relies on community support, strategic partnerships, and transparent giving—values often lost in the chaos of traditional charity.
When asked where he sees Terminate Hunger in five years, Imad doesn’t skip a beat.
“I want to expand our food programs to more hospitals and slum areas across India,” he says. “We want to make free meals a right, not a privilege.”
It’s an ambitious goal, but one that’s entirely in character for the man who turned a Sunday meal into a national mission.
Imad’s journey holds several powerful lessons for young entrepreneurs—especially those interested in social impact.
1. Start small but think big. What began as a Sunday meal is now a 600-day (and counting) continuous service.
2. Ignore the noise. Critics doubted Imad's ability to balance studies and service. He proved them wrong.
3. Stay consistent. The true magic of Terminate Hunger lies in its relentless daily operations, not grand one-offs.
4. Build with empathy. “We’re not just giving food. We’re giving hope,” Imad says. That emotional intelligence drives real impact.
Imad Ali and Terminate Hunger are living proof that one person’s commitment can ignite a movement. But the work is far from done—and they need your support.
👉 Follow their work:
• Website: www.terminatehunger.org
• Instagram: @terminate_hunger
• LinkedIn: Terminate Hunger Welfare Organization
📩 Contact: info@terminatehunger.org📞 Phone: +91 87128 94170
📍Visit or Volunteer:16-9-422/1/A, Old Malakpet, Hyderabad, Telangana
Join the movement to build a hunger-free India—one plate at a time.
I am an entrepreneur, marketer, and mentor with a certification in entrepreneurship from IIT Delhi, one of the most prestigious institutions in India. I have a passion for connecting businesses with their ideal customers, solving real-world problems, and inspiring the next generation of founders.I founded and lead DevoByte, a digital marketing agency that provides a range of services, from SEO a
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