In addition to specialized cancer treatment services, Omid Charity provides a range of social and supportive services to ease the concerns of patients and their families. These services are designed to facilitate the treatment process and support patients in need from different cities and regions.
Helping patients obtain the medicines and equipment they need in order to reduce treatment costs and ensure continuity of care.
Helping cover part of hospitalization expenses at Omid Hospital, especially during critical stages of treatment.
Providing accommodation for non-local patients and their companions for easier access to treatment services.
Offering discounts on treatment costs to improve patients’ access to specialized cancer care.
Assessing patients’ circumstances and providing social support tailored to their needs throughout the treatment journey.
Organizing charitable initiatives and campaigns to encourage public participation in supporting cancer patients.
Helping cover travel expenses for non-local patients coming to the hospital to receive cancer treatment services.
Providing patients and their families with the education and guidance they need to better understand treatment and required care.
Plaques, trophies, medals, and prestigious national and international certificates in the field of cancer patient support and health-oriented activities
Plaque & Trophy2013Selected as the country's top NGO in the field of cancer and received a plaque from UNESCO
National Award2013Recognition of relentless efforts in awareness, psychological support, and covering treatment costs for cancer patients
Trophy2017Commissioning of Omid General Hospital and receiving trophies at specialized congresses
Membership Certificate2017Recognized as an exemplary national charity and official member of the national network of cancer charities
Appreciation PlaqueMinistry of HealthRecognition of Omid Charity's valuable services in improving public health and supporting patients with serious illnesses
Grade 1 BadgeMinistry of HealthHighest quality evaluation level among the country's hospitals awarded to Omid General Hospital
Special PlaqueNational LevelOutstanding performance in providing medicines, medical equipment, and covering treatment costs for cancer patients
Appreciation PlaqueUniversityRecognition of hospital services, specialized clinic, and support for patients with special conditions
Special PlaqueWest AzerbaijanRecognized as an exemplary NGO in the field of health and treatment in the province
Appreciation PlaqueMaraghehRecognition of Omid Charity as a role model in developing a support network for cancer patients
Special PlaqueRelief CommitteeRecognized as the province's top charity and appreciated for extensive services to those in need
Honor MedalNational LevelA medal awarded to the country's outstanding charities and philanthropists
TrophyRelief CommitteeEmphasizing Omid Charity's distinguished position among the country's charities
Honor BadgeWest AzerbaijanIn appreciation of effective contribution to improving the province's health and treatment infrastructure
TrophyVolunteer DayRecognition of the organization's extensive volunteer network and social activities
TrophyZanjanRecognition of Omid Charity's service model being adopted for supporting cancer patients
RecognitionWest AzerbaijanRecognized as one of the province's outstanding charities at the top charities recognition ceremony
Standard Certificate2016The first cancer-focused NGO to receive the international UKAS certificate from the United Kingdom
Standard CertificateUpgradeUpgrading processes and ongoing commitment to improving service quality and organizational management
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Find answers to common questions about Omid Charity and how to support patients
The West Azerbaijan Charity Association for Supporting Cancer Patients (Omid) is a non-governmental organization established in 1990 in response to the widespread prevalence of cancer, economic and cultural deprivation, and the shortage of medical facilities in the region. It was founded to address the medical, financial, and emotional challenges caused by this major issue, and today, with the support of public donations, it has been able to provide valuable services in treatment, social work, and cancer prevention.
Omid Hospital and Research & Treatment Center is one of the achievements of the association’s members and supporters. Since the first phase began operating in 1996, it has served a large number of patients from the province, neighboring provinces, and visitors from nearby countries such as Iraq, Turkey, Armenia, and Azerbaijan.
At the World Cancer Day conference held in Tehran in February 2013, the association was selected as one of the country’s top NGOs in the field of cancer and received a plaque of honor and a trophy from UNESCO.
Omid Charity has also received the ISO 9001:2008 Quality Management System certificate from D.A.S and the UKAS accreditation body in the United Kingdom. In 2017, at the International Hospital Construction Congress, it received an honor trophy and was recognized among the top five hospital-building charities in Iran.
No. Omid Charity is a non-governmental organization, and from the very beginning, the founding board, board of trustees, and board of directors have worked entirely on a voluntary basis in accordance with the association’s charter and regulations. They have no right to make withdrawals from or conduct transactions with the association.
Omid’s budget is funded through public participation and various forms of humanitarian support, including cash donations, goods, services, and technical expertise. It does not receive any fixed government budget, although in special cases it has also received financial support from public-sector institutions.
From the beginning of Omid’s activities through the end of 2021, more than 100,000 cancer patients in need have benefited from the treatment and support services provided by the Omid organization.
The Radiotherapy and Chemotherapy Clinic of Omid Charity provides treatment services to more than 100 patients every day.
Omid Charity Association for Supporting Cancer Patients, as a non-governmental organization born out of the voluntary motivation of its founders, is considered one of the experienced Iranian institutions in benefiting from volunteer support.
Over the years, volunteers have provided valuable services through youth and women’s groups to help the organization achieve its goals. In recent years, the association has seen major changes in its approach to engaging volunteers, and today their strong presence can be seen across many areas. In fact, the daily participation of volunteers now provides a significant part of the organization’s human resource needs.
Some of the volunteer activity areas at Omid include:
Today, we are proud to have more than 300 young volunteers and more than 50 talented women from this city active in Omid Charity.
Those interested in volunteer activities may register and submit a membership request either by visiting the administrative building of the association in person or through the website.
Relying on public donations, Omid Charity not only helps cover treatment expenses, but also supports patients in the following areas:
In addition, every year, to improve the morale of patients and their families, social support celebrations such as Eidaneh and Mehraneh are برگزار to provide both material and emotional support.
There are various ways to provide cash and non-cash support to Omid, including:
By visiting the association and providing their personal information, donors receive a supporter code. Omid Charity uses this code to identify its donors and supporters and sends them news and information through various channels.
Donors’ personal information is recorded confidentially in the donor system. Sending donation acknowledgments, invitations to support programs, text messages, postal packages, and other communications, together with transparent reporting of activities, helps strengthen the credibility of Omid Charity and deepen donor trust.
No. In addition to visiting in person, valued donors can also support the association’s charitable goals remotely through the official website at omidcharity.com/en/ via the “Ways to Help” section.
Individuals and organizations can contact the Public Relations and International Affairs Unit to arrange a visit or come in person: 044-33850004
Due to the variety of support methods across different projects, the association’s commitment to safeguarding donations entrusted by supporters, the preference of many donors to give anonymously, the difficulty of issuing a unified card for all types of supporters, and the need to prevent any possible misuse, the executive board has decided not to issue membership cards.
The West Azerbaijan Charity Association for Supporting Cancer Patients (Omid Research and Treatment Association) is a non-governmental organization that began its activities in 1990 and, with the help of its supporters, has provided valuable services to people in need living with cancer. The organization is active in the following areas:
