The Zakat Foundation of America

It has been called the greatest natural disaster in American history. The devastation that only took a few hours to occur on the 28th of August, 2005 has left a scar on the face of the gulf coast that will not soon fade. The unthinkable prospect of having an entire major city displaced from their homes was realized overnight.

Those who were lucky enough to have a way out lost possessions; but many who were unable to reach transportation lost family, friends and livelihoods. Within a few hours of the team being assembled in Baton Rouge, Zakat Foundation was hard at work unloading the much-needed supplies to Islamic centers and local churches which were all operating as shelters for the displaced residents of New Orleans.

We were able to provide new clothing, clean water, food, eating utensils, blankets and even toys to provide comfort to the children of the storm. Though our physical presence only lasted a few weeks, ZF continued to send aid and support through the Islamic Center of Baton Rouge.