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June 20th, 2024

When is Qurbani 2025?

Plan your Qurbani 2025 with key dates for Eid al-Adha, Hajj, and Dhu’l-Hijjah. Learn about the spiritual meaning, sacrifice, and giving to the needy.

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June 13th, 2024

How to Prepare for Eid al-Adha 2024

Prepare for Eid al-Adha 2024 with our guide on sunnah practices, qurbani, prayer, and giving. Celebrate with family, donate, and make this Eid meaningful.

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June 13th, 2024

In Numbers: Your Ramadan 2024 Impact

See how your Ramadan 2024 donations to Zakat Foundation of America delivered meals, clean water, and emergency relief to over 2 million people in 40+ countries.

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June 5th, 2024

Five Best Deeds for The 10 Best Days

Discover the five best deeds for the 10 days of Dhu’l-Hijjah. Maximize blessings with fasting, dhikr, charity, sacrifice, and sincere repentance.

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May 30th, 2024

What Are the Benefits of Zakat?

Discover the benefits of Zakat in Islam, from fostering community and justice to improving mental health, gratitude, and spiritual growth through charitable giving.

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May 8th, 2024

What Does the Quran Say About Udhiyah?

Discover what the Quran says about udhiyah (qurbani), its origins with Adam’s sons, and how Muslims honor this tradition during Eid al-Adha with sacrifice.

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May 2nd, 2024

How to Calculate Your Zakat Online

Calculate your zakat easily online with Zakat Foundation of America. Use our digital zakat calculator to determine your zakat and help fight poverty worldwide.

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April 23rd, 2024

How can we start preparing for Qurbani 2024?

Prepare for Qurbani 2024 with fasting tips, Dhul-Hijjah guidance, and ways to give your sacrifice through Zakat Foundation of America to help those in need.

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April 19th, 2024

Must Unpaid Zakat from Past Years Still Be Paid?

Learn if unpaid Zakat from past years on your 401(k) or IRA must be paid, how to calculate Zakat, and when retirement accounts are Zakatable.

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April 17th, 2024

Do Investment Losses Exempt One from Paying Zakat?

Lost money on investments? You still owe Zakat on remaining stocks if they meet the nisab threshold. Learn how investment losses affect your Zakat due.

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April 17th, 2024

When is Qurbani 2024?

Discover Qurbani 2024 dates, Eid al-Adha timing, and the spiritual significance of Udhiyah. Learn how to observe Qurbani and share blessings this season.

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April 8th, 2024

You Fed 5.2 Million Meals to the Food Insecure

Support Zakat Foundation’s global hunger relief—over 5.2 million meals delivered to food insecure families in Gaza, Africa, Asia, and the US.