Transparency, Accountability, Effectiveness.
Nonsectarian. Apolitical. Nongovernmental.
Gaza: Empower Longterm Rebuilding and Recovery
Be part of this forward change towards stability.
Give Now
2026 Zakat Foundation of America Scholarships
We’re honored to offer $25,000 in scholarships to those most dedicated to community service.
Apply NowEmpowering Communities
#1 Authority in Zakat Charity
50 Countries & 50 U.S. States
25 Years of Service
Your ZAKAT authority in Islamic giving!
Give zakat with confidence. See how your generosity is an instrument for social change.
Top Rating
10 Best Charities100%
Efficiency Rating
Top 10 U.S. CharitiesTop 10
Most Innovative
Non-Profits
From the Pressroom
March 19th, 2026
Zakat Foundation of America Supports 300+ Families
Zakat Foundation of America provided essential food aid to 300+ vulnerable families in Islamabad and Rawalpindi, promoting compassion and social inclusion.
Press Clippings, Seasonal Islamic Giving, Pakistan
March 12th, 2026
What Is Zakat al-Fitr, the Special Ramadan Zakat?
Learn the meaning, purpose, and obligation of Zakat al-Fitr, the special Ramadan charity required from every Muslim.
Stories
March 11th, 2026
How to Prepare for Eid al-Fitr 2026
Discover essential tips to prepare for Eid al-Fitr 2026, from maximizing Ramadan and giving zakat to choosing ethical Eid gifts and celebrating with purpose.
Stories
Support, Sustain, and Develop Communities
Education
Zakat Foundation provides access to education and creating powerful antidotes to unrest, distrust, and war.
Orphan Care
Zakat Foundation is caring for those who can’t care for themselves. We directly and fully sponsor thousands of orphans, connecting them with their sponsors so that they know and communicate with one another.
Zakat Foundation Institute
Offering a solution-oriented educational experience that accelerates the success of the social good sectors.
Transforming Communities. One Story at a Time.
1/21/26
Your Ramadan Journey Begins Now: Preparing Hearts, Purifying Wealth, Igniting Impact
Prepare for Ramadan with Zakat Foundation of America. Discover tips for spiritual growth, automate your giving, and access free tools to maximize your impact.
Stories
12/8/25
A Backpack of Hope: Transforming Education in Lebanon
Support education in Lebanon with Zakat Foundation of America. Your donation provides school bags and supplies to children in need, empowering their future.
Stories, Lebanon
11/19/25
Zakat Foundation of America Assists Returning Families to Afghanistan
Zakat Foundation of America provides emergency relief, food, and safe transport to Afghan families returning home, supporting dignity and hope amid crisis.
Stories, Afghanistan
