Press Clippings

February 23rd, 2021

'Our job has limited our hours' | Triad organizations feed struggling families

The Islamic Center of the Triad’s food bank hosted a fresh produce giveaway to help feed 800 families.

February 19th, 2021

Events help celebrate Black History Month

Here's a look at Black History Month celebrations in the area.

February 18th, 2021

Families In Need Can Get Free Food Wednesday In Pilsen

The food distribution will run 1-4 p.m.. at Gourmet Gorilla, 1200 W. Cermak Road

February 11th, 2021

American Muslims to Hold Conversation with Dr. Fauci

RSVP to attend a conversation on COVID-19 vaccine with Dr. Anthony Fauci and the American-Muslim Community

February 10th, 2021

Bridgeview charity addresses food insecurity on the Southwest Side

Zakat foundation and Bridgeview Charity Chicago team together to feed children and families; 8,000 lbs of fresh food distributed to those in need.

February 10th, 2021

Fresh produce giveaway scheduled for Friday afternoon in Greensboro

The Zakat Foundation of America, working with Al Shurah Community Resources of Guilford County and local masjids for fresh produce giveaway.

February 4th, 2021

Chicago Food Distribution Event

The Zakat Foundation hosted the event Wednesday morning at Ace Amandia Charter High School" at 68th and Washtenaw in the Chicago Lawn neighborhood.

February 4th, 2021

Chicago Grocery Distribution Event Delivers Thousands Of Pounds Of Produce, Dairy And Other Non Perishables

The Zakat Foundation hosted a grocery distribution event Wednesday morning at Ace Amandia Charter High School in the Chicago Lawn neighborhood.

February 3rd, 2021

Chicago Grocery Distribution Event Delivers Thousands Of Pounds Of Produce

The Zakat Foundation hosted a grocery distribution event Wednesday morning at Ace Amandia Charter High School at 68th and Washtenaw in the Chicago Lawn neighborhood.

January 18th, 2021

Groups hand out 250 free meals in Greensboro

Community members in need were able to pick up one of 250 free hot meals and a package full of hygiene items through the Zakat Foundation of America and the Greensboro nonprofit Al Shurah Community Resources.

January 15th, 2021

Hot food, masks to be distributed Sunday at the Islamic Center of Lumberton

Hot food and masks will be distributed Sunday by the Zakat Foundation of America. The distribution will take place from noon to 1 p.m. at the Islamic Center of Lumberton, located at 104 N. Chestnut St. in Lumberton.

January 7th, 2021

Partners in assistance

Nash Abdelaziz, of the Zakat Foundation of America, packs bags ahead of two distributions on Dec. 15 & 22.
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