Stories

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April 28th, 2025

From Need to Nourishment: Our Daily Efforts to Provide Fresh Meals and Clean Water inside Gaza

For decades, the people of Gaza have faced unimaginable hardship. Zakat Foundation of America has been working in Palestine since 2001, providing essential aid to residents in Gaza.

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April 28th, 2025

Life Saving Medical Care for Sudanese Refugees in Chad

With nearly 600,000 migrants escaping the turmoil in Sudan, Chad now stands as the largest home of Sudanese refugees. Zakat Foundation of America is set to provide critical healthcare services at our Health Clinic Tent.

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April 22nd, 2025

United in Compassion: Mourning the Passing of Pope Francis

The Zakat Foundation of America mourns the passing of Pope Francis, a gentle soul who dedicated his life to serving others with compassion and kindness.

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April 8th, 2025

Care and Community: Supporting Muslim Juveniles in Washington, D.C. in Ramadan 2025

This past Ramadan 2025, our Washington, D.C. team partnered with the Washington, D.C. Juvenile Center and the National Center for Juvenile Justice Reform (NCJJR USA) to support Muslim juveniles.

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March 25th, 2025

Zakat Foundation of America Community Iftar Program Recognized Across the United States

As Ramadan unites people in worship and community, so too does the Zakat Foundation through Community Iftar Programs, where locals gather not only to break their fast but also support projects close to their hearts.

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March 19th, 2025

When is Ramadan 2026?

Ramadan 2026 is expected to begin on Tuesday, February 17th, or Wednesday, February 18th, 2026. Eid al-Fitr 2026 can fall on March 19 or 20, depending on two key factors. Learn More.

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March 14th, 2025

Nourishing Yemen's Hungry Through Food Security Initiatives

Yemen currently faces a dire humanitarian crisis. In January 2024, Zakat Foundation of America launched its Feeding Program to combat this crucial hunger epidemic in Yemen. Learn more about our work in Yemen.

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February 26th, 2025

The Road to Better Futures: Providing 50 Cycle Carts for Vulnerable Families in India

To help alleviate the plight of the unemployed in the region, Zakat Foundation of America provided cycle carts for 50 heads of family in villages of the Araria district of Bihar.

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February 26th, 2025

Zakat Foundation of America Establishes Businesses for Widows in India

In India, widows face countless challenges in their daily lives. Zakat Foundation of America established and trained 120 total widows to operate the following businesses.

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February 26th, 2025

Empowering Women and Transforming Futures in Kenya

Zakat Foundation of America is proud to partner with RefuSHE, a Nairobi, Kenya-based non-profit that empowers refugee women.

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February 25th, 2025

Zakat Foundation of America’s Egg Initiative Is Fighting Malnutrition in the Central African Republic

Many parts of Africa have faced an ongoing challenge with food insecurity. Zakat Foundation of America is helping empower communities in the Central African Republic to break free from the cycle of hunger and poverty.

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February 25th, 2025

Investing In Her Future: Zakat Foundation of America’s Partnership with Jamea-tus-Salehaat is Transforming Education in India

Zakat Foundation of America is funding education and paving the way for these girls to transform their lives and become agents of change in their families and communities.