Press Clippings

April 12th, 2021

Caring Causes: Door Dash and Zakat Foundation of America

The holy month of Ramadan is a time of fasting when Muslims across the globe place a focus on mercy, gratitude, and spiritual revival.

April 9th, 2021

Facebook Sets #MonthofGood Initiatives to Bring In Ramadan

Facebook said it saw over 20 million “Happy Ramadan” posts and comments on Facebook last year. With this year’s Ramadan starting next Monday (April 12), the social network kicked of several #MonthofGood initiatives.

April 8th, 2021

Doordash, Muslim NGO to fight hunger during Ramadan - ct.moreover.com

Delivery service Doordash and a US-based Muslim non-governmental organization announced on Wednesday they are partnering to provide tens of thousands of meals during Ramadan.

April 8th, 2021

Doordash, Muslim NGO to fight hunger during Ramadan - timeturk.com

Zakat Foundation of America, Doordash intend to fight hunger, food insecurity during Muslim holy month.

April 8th, 2021

DoorDash, Zakat Foundation to feed Ramadan observers

Those who observe Ramadan choose to forego the comfort of meals, reminding us food security is a privilege. That’s why Zakat Foundation and DoorDash are partnering in a campaign called Feel the Hunger to Do Good.

April 6th, 2021

Celebrating the #MonthofGood

We’re inviting the more than 2 billion people observing Ramadan globally to honor this period through #MonthofGood. Starting today, there will be more ways for people to explore, inspire and express good across our apps.

April 6th, 2021

Zakat Foundation offers $20,000 in scholarships to high school seniors

Zakat Foundation of America has set aside $20,000 in scholarships for high school seniors entering college who have volunteered with the organization or engaged in community service.

April 5th, 2021

Wheaton peace circle helping Latinos heal from pandemic's trauma

A DuPage County group is helping Latino workers heal from the mental trauma of the COVID-19 pandemic, which disproportionately is affecting communities of color.

March 31st, 2021

‘Turned my heart black’: Poverty and gun violence in one St. Louis man’s life

Poverty and guns together scarred Amiyn with childhood trauma and changed the trajectory of his life, he believes. The Star examines state health department data and census figures.

March 26th, 2021

Greenhouses Help Khan Younis Families Nurture Their Futures

Greenhouses empower families to earn income and harvest fresh produce for themselves “The support we’ve received through this project has been a blessing. It’s helped us to survive these hard days.”

March 23rd, 2021

Community Food Drive Thru event will be held in Rialto on March 27

The event is being coordinated by San Bernardino County in partnership with the City of Rialto, Community Action Partnership of San Bernardino County, and the Zakat Foundation of America.

March 22nd, 2021

Community Center For Health Care, Social Services Opening In Woodlawn

The Salaam Community Wellness Center's soft opening is this weekend, as its backers gear up to redevelop a block of 67th Street in Woodlawn.
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