Press Clippings

Saúl Arellano, director of community engagement for state Rep. Will Guzzardi, helps Rosa Ramirez up stairs to pick up food during a Thanksgiving grocery giveaway at Chopin Park in Portage Park, Nov. 24, 2025. The event was hosted by Chicago Ald. Ruth Cruz, 30th, state Sen. Graciela Guzmán, state Rep. Will Guzzardi, at right, and the Zakat Foundation of America. (Eileen T. Meslar/Chicago Tribune)

December 1st, 2025

Photos: Thanksgiving meals for those in need

ZFA partook in a grocery giveaway Mon. 11/24/25 in Portage Park, IL with Chicago Ald. Ruth Cruz, 30th, state Sen. Graciela Guzmán, state Rep. Will Guzzardi.

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December 1st, 2025

Zakat Foundation of America distributes clothes among 100 children

Zakat Foundation of America provided winter clothes to 100 orphaned children in Sargodha, Pakistan, supporting their health and comfort during the cold season.

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October 27th, 2025

Zakat Foundation of America Honors Volunteers in New York

Zakat Foundation of America honors New York volunteers for humanitarian work, supporting global aid, education, and development for communities in need.

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October 14th, 2025

American-Muslim charity launches development projects across Gambia

Zakat Foundation of America launches sustainable projects in The Gambia, empowering communities with education, healthcare, food security, and economic support.

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September 10th, 2025

ZFA Distributes School Supplies To Orphaned Students

Zakat Foundation of America distributed school supplies to over 100 orphaned students in Sargodha, supporting education and child welfare in local communities.

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July 11th, 2025

How a Simple Water Well Can Transform a Community

Discover how clean water wells transform communities worldwide—improving health, education, and opportunity. Support Zakat Foundation’s sustainable impact.

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April 8th, 2025

Syracuse Opportunities Fair offering networking and community building opportunities

Explore the Syracuse Opportunities Fair to connect with 50+ employers, access career resources, and build community in Onondaga and Syracuse. Join us now!

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March 13th, 2025

US-based Zakat Foundation hosts iftar dinner at Georgetown University

Zakat Foundation hosts iftar at Georgetown University, uniting students with Turkish cuisine and community support during Ramadan. Learn about their programs.

Empowering Youth Through Skills  Beneficiaries from Gatsibo District pose for a group photo after receiving sewing machines, donated by Professor Katherine of Wharton University.

January 10th, 2025

Empowering Youth Through Skills

Discover how Zakat Foundation of America and Abdallah Kiromba Foundation empower youth and teenage mothers with skills training, orphan care, and community support.

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January 10th, 2025

Kabarore teen mothers get second chance through tailoring skills

Teen mothers and youth in Kabarore receive free tailoring training, empowering them with skills for self-reliance and brighter futures in Gastibo District.

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January 7th, 2025

Zakat Foundation of America Provides Humanitarian Aid to Flood and Rain Victims and Displaced Persons in Wadi Halfa

Zakat Foundation of America delivers essential food and hygiene aid to flood and war-affected communities in Wadi Halfa, Sudan. Support relief efforts now.

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December 24th, 2024

Story of Humanitarian Efforts from the USA to The World

Exclusive Interview of Halil Demir, Founder & CEO, Zakat Foundation of America

Explore humanitarian leadership with Halil Demir of Zakat Foundation of America and discover key trends in global Islamic finance in ISFIRE’s December issue.