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Student Sponsoring Objectives

Student Sponsorship As Muslims, we are one nation, a big family that takes care of each other and helps one another in whatever blessing Allah has given us.  It is not an accident that the first word of the Quran to be revealed was “Read”. Right from the start, education, study, and research are all […]

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Supporting Refugee Children

In the tumultuous midst of global crises and conflicts, an alarming number of families are thrust into the harsh reality of displacement, becoming refugees.  This growing crisis demands immediate attention, particularly in addressing the unique challenges faced by displaced children, whose well-being and development are significantly impacted.  In this article, we delve into the urgent […]

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The Different Types of Sadaqah

What is Sadaqah in Islam Sadaqah meaning is a charity given voluntarily in order to please God. Sadaqah also describes a voluntary charitable act towards others, whether through generosity, love, compassion, or faith. These acts are not necessarily physical or monetary. Simple good deeds, such as a smile, or a helping hand, are seen as […]

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The Difference Between Zakat and Nisab

Zakat vs. Nisab Zakat is a religious obligation to all Muslims who meet the necessary criteria to donate a certain portion of money annually to charitable causes.   However, Nisab is the dividing line, which divides whoever must or must not pay the Zakat. In other words, before being obligated to pay Zakat, Muslims must own […]

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Zakat Calculation on Cash and Saving

Zakat on Gold and Jewelry Islam considers gold and silver growing wealth in all forms; coin, bullion, or handicraft. One who possesses them at the threshold (Nisab), a value equal to 85 grams of pure gold in our time, must pay zakat on them as they are property that “increases,” and that’s the definition of […]

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School Building and Restoration Project in the Conflict Regions

School-Building Project Through the past decade, wars and conflicts have torn many countries along the way, leaving their infrastructure dilapidated. And at the top of this raked pile is education.   According to a report done by Education Under Attack in 2014, “There are a great many attacks on children, teachers, and schools that took place […]

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When is Ramadan 2023

Ramadan Ramadan is a holy month of fasting, introspection, and prayer for Muslims, the followers of Islam. Fasting is one of the five pillars, the fundamental principles of Islam.  Muslims do not eat or drink during this holy month from dawn to sunset. They are also supposed to avoid impure thoughts and bad behavior.  Why […]

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Supporting Refugee Students in Schools

Over 80 million families fled for their lives around the world, praying for safety and shelter and seeking refuge.  Due to the recent wars and conflicts, which took place in many countries in the world, many people were forced to leave their homes. And the refugees’ number keeps on growing by (44.000) daily.  Through the […]

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Ramadan is the Best Time to Pay Zakat

Zakat Before Ramadan In general, zakat donation can be paid at any time of the year, whether you choose to pay it before Ramadan or after. However, when we talk about Zakat al-Fitr, it’s obligatory for all adult Muslims to pay it during Ramadan, before Eid al-Fitr prayers at the latest, for those in need […]

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