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February 7th, 2013

Zakat Foundation of America Begins Vaccination Program in Palestine

In November 2012, an Israeli air strike on Gaza resulted in over 150 deaths and left the Palestinian economy with over a billion dollars in damage.

February 7th, 2013

Zakat Foundation of America Welcomes Former Secretary General of ISNA to Staff

Zakat Foundation of America is proud to welcome Safaa Zarzour, former Secretary General of the Islamic Society of North America (ISNA), to its staff.

January 30th, 2013

Zakat Foundation of AmericaCCC Director Participates in 57th Presidential Inauguration Prayer Service

At the multi-faith service, readings, prayers, songs and the sermon focused on the challenges of leadership and the importance of responding with strong faith.

January 27th, 2013

Humanitea Time: A Springboard for Youth Activism

Humanitea Time is not intended to be a one-day activity, but a springboard for the continuing flow of youth activism.

January 21st, 2013

Emergency Appeal for Syrians

Your financial donation makes the most immediate impact, helping Zakat Foundation of America provide warmth to Syrians this winter.

January 21st, 2013

Zakat Foundation of AmericaCCC Impacts Unemployment in South Shore: Mr. Leslie's Success Story

In Illinois, unemployment rates are steadily rising. As a result, more people are faced with foreclosures and unable to meet their basic needs.

January 20th, 2013

Livestock Development Project for Malian Refugees

In the West African country of Mali, ongoing violence has led to massive displacement as Malians flee their homes for safety.

January 18th, 2013

Refugee Women...Invisible and Often Forgotten

Invisible and Often Forgotten - They make up about 80 percent of world refugee population. Yet their voices are silenced, needs unmet and rights violated.

January 16th, 2013

Zakat Foundation of America Running 9 Medical Clinics In War-torn Syria

In Syria, Zakat Foundation of America is currently running nine field clinics with doctors and nurses available around the clock.

January 9th, 2013

Jeanette Nyambu of Congo: Once Captured by Rebels, Now Given a Second Chance

Jeanette Nyambu was captured by Congolese rebels at the age of 10 and managed to escape her captor and made her way to Nairobi, Kenya where she finally found safety at the Zakat Foundation Safe House.

January 5th, 2013

Zakat Foundation collaborates with Milwaukee Delegation

A community delegation from Milwaukee and program coordinator for Zakat Foundation distributed more than 500 food packages and welcome families into new mobile home units.

January 2nd, 2013

Zakat Foundation of America Teahouse Launches in January, Putting Compassion into Action

Zakat Foundation of America Teahouse, a monthly celebration of compassion and social justice, Zakat Foundation of America Teahouse Launches in January 17, 2014,
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