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December 12th, 2025
Illinois Arab Chamber presents “Best of the Best” awards honoring community leaders and activists
The American Arab Chamber of Commerce honored 80 individuals for community contributions in its annual “Best of the Best” dinner in Chicago.
Press Clippings, USA
December 12th, 2025
Arab American Chamber of Commerce Honors Mr. Halil Demir for his Humanitarian Leadership
Exec. Dir. Halil Demir of Zakat Foundation of America was honored by the Arab American Chamber for humanitarian leadership.
Press Clippings, USA
December 11th, 2025
Zakat Foundation y su entrega de pavos ¡gratis! Para la celebración de Acción de Gracias.
Zakat Foundation of America gave away free turkeys for Thanksgiving 2025 in Chicago!
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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
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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.
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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
