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October 1st, 2025
Amid Gaza’s Crisis, Hamada’s Story Echoes Thousands
Hear Hamada’s story from Gaza’s Al-Mawasi Camp. Discover how Zakat Foundation of America provides emergency aid and hope to families affected by crisis.
Stories, Palestine
September 24th, 2025
Zakat Foundation of America Launches 10,000 Orphan Sponsorship Campaign to Empower the World's Most Vulnerable Children
Support Zakat Foundation of America’s Orphan Care Program. Sponsor a child for $50/month and help provide food, education, and hope in 19 countries.
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September 22nd, 2025
Beyond Survival: How Vocational Training Gave Esma a Second Chance After the Türkiye Earthquake
Esma lost everything in the Türkiye earthquake until Zakat Foundation of America gave her tools and training to rebuild her life.
Stories, Turkiye, Livelihoods
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.
7/1/25
Zakat Foundation of America Provides Critical Surgical Support to Save Lives at Kuwait Specialty Field Hospital in Gaza, Palestine
Support Zakat Foundation of America’s lifesaving surgical care at Kuwait Specialty Field Hospital in Gaza. Help save lives and restore hope to those in need.
Stories, Palestine
6/19/25
Empowering Future Leaders Through Community Service Scholarships
Apply for the Zakat Foundation of America Community Service Scholarship. Empower future leaders, celebrate service, and support your college journey today.
Stories
6/17/25
Fighting Mali’s Growing Water Crisis in Nioro, Mali with Water Trucking
Help fight Mali’s water crisis. Support Zakat Foundation’s water trucking project in Nioro, delivering clean water to families and building community resilience.
Stories, Mali, Water
