phdi

Hello everyone!

My name is Liiban Gurhan, and I am based in Columbus, Ohio, USA. I am the President of Puntland Humanitarian & Development Initiative (PHDI), a U.S.-based, IRS-recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

What I'm working on:

PHDI is a humanitarian and community development organization focused on improving the quality of life in Puntland, Somalia. Our work focuses on four key areas:

• Education – Supporting schools with computers, classroom furniture, and educational resources.

• Healthcare – Helping hospitals and healthcare facilities access medical equipment and essential supplies.

• Emergency Services – Supporting fire departments, emergency response, and public safety initiatives.

• Community Development – Supporting sustainable projects that strengthen local communities.

My goals for the next 12 months:

Our goal is to establish strong partnerships with U.S. corporations, foundations, manufacturers, hospitals, and international organizations to launch our first major projects in Puntland.

We are particularly interested in securing donations of computers, school furniture, medical equipment, hospital supplies, fire trucks, and emergency response equipment, as well as financial sponsorships and grants.

Who I'd like to connect with:

• Corporate sponsors and philanthropic organizations.

• Grant writers and nonprofit development professionals.

• Hospitals, medical suppliers, and equipment manufacturers.

• Technology companies and educational organizations.

• Fire departments and emergency services organizations.

• International development professionals and humanitarian partners.

Challenges we're currently facing:

As a growing nonprofit, one of our biggest challenges is building relationships with potential sponsors, identifying organizations willing to donate surplus equipment, and securing funding to implement our projects internationally.

I would appreciate advice, connections, and opportunities from anyone with experience in nonprofit fundraising, corporate sponsorships, international development, or charitable partnerships.

I believe meaningful partnerships can turn available resources into life-changing opportunities for communities that need them.

I look forward to connecting and learning from everyone here!

Website: https://phdi.org

Liiban Gurhan
President, Puntland Humanitarian & Development Initiative (PHDI)
Columbus, Ohio, USA