More than 100 members of Muslim Youth USA and 40 members of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Youth Association helped victims of tropical storm Harvey by passing out food, water, and other supplies in Houston.
“We’ve already provided basic supplies such as food items and water bottles,” said Madeel Abdullah, director of humanitarian affairs for the Ahmadiyya Muslim Youth Association. “And we have a few members who have boats who are going around making sure everyone is safe.” Ahmadiyya Muslim Community spokesman Qasim Rashid said that the groups had mobilized their local and national chapters, and started sending volunteers into Houston neighborhoods as early as Sunday.
“Whenever your fellow Americans are in need, you need to be the first ones on the ground to help them,” declared Mr. Rashid.
