Stories

August 17th, 2014

Forum on Zakat and Economic Justice at WIEF

Zakat Foundation of America Executive Director Halil Demir addressed the Master Class on Zakat and Poverty Alleviation at the 10th World Islamic Economic Forum (WIEF) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, in October.

August 11th, 2014

Ramadan Food Parcels for West Bank Families

As the eyes of the world are focused on the bombing in Gaza and relieving the suffering there, Zakat Foundation of America has not forgotten the needs of Palestinians outside the Gaza Strip.

August 11th, 2014

Top Three Things to Remember About Donating for Gaza Relief

If you are as horrified by the destruction of Gaza as we are, you probably want to help by donating to relief efforts.

August 6th, 2014

Creative Camp Enriches Summer with Field Trips, Arts and Mentoring

The arts camp at Zakat Foundation of America Community Center Chicago started in mid-June and has eight campers ranging in age from nine to 12.

August 6th, 2014

100,000 Hearts You Touched During Ramadan

Thank You! From 100,000 Hearts You Touched During Ramadan. From 40 countries around the world, from more than 100,000 people in some of the poorest...

August 5th, 2014

Your Generosity Made Ramadan and Eid Happier for Syrians

Although events during the holy month of Ramadan brought increased suffering to many Syrians, the donors of Zakat Foundation shared a little of their joy with Syrian refugee and displaced families.

August 4th, 2014

Blessing the Hands that Clean Amman, Jordan

Blessing the Hands that Clean Amman, Jordan - The men whose hands keep Amman, Jordan, clean were thanked and celebrated at an iftar in their honor.

July 29th, 2014

Instead of ‘Feeling Useless’ These Women Did Something for Gaza

Moved by their concern over the suffering of Gazans under the bombardment that started July 8, college students Niveen Hilal and Sabrin Jaber decided to invite their friends to a small, intimate iftar fundraiser.

July 29th, 2014

Syncing with the Universe in Chicago’s South Shore Neighborhood

When Laila Muhammad goes to work at Zakat Foundation of America Community Center Chicago in the morning, she keeps in mind something she brought back from her pilgrimage.

July 25th, 2014

Can You Believe What These Young People Did While Fasting?

Hundreds of Zakat Foundation of America volunteers across the U.S. fed more than 5,500 meals at feeding centers as part of the #Zakat Foundation of Americafeed5K movement this summer.

July 14th, 2014

Can One Gift Change a Family’s Life Forever?

By giving a Livestock Gift this Ramadan, you can help a family escape poverty and gain self-sufficiency and education. Your generosity can change the lives of many generations to come.

July 14th, 2014

Livestock Gift Gives Earning Power to Indian Mother and Family

Imagine the heavenly blessings this donor will receive as the benefits of this gift expand and flourish for generations of families.