Zakat Foundation of America in
Cambodia
Response to Humanitarian Crisis
From late 2025 into January 2026, Cambodia is facing a significant humanitarian crisis along its border with Thailand. Renewed armed clashes have displaced over 600,000 people, including more than 200,000 children, many of whom now rely on temporary shelters, host families, or relocation sites. Families face urgent needs for food, nutrition, protection, and basic services, with children and other vulnerable populations most affected. Humanitarian partners have provided aid, offering food, water, health care, and temporary learning support. Despite these efforts, shelter remains inadequate; protection risks are high, and livelihoods have been disrupted by border tensions and halted trade. Supporters of the Zakat Foundation of America continue to aid Cambodia’s most vulnerable. Our programs include emergency food and nutrition support, shelter and water assistance, and seasonal Islamic giving initiatives, helping families survive this crisis with dignity, security, and hope.
Our Impact in Cambodia
Stories of Change
Mr. Sos Man, the village leader, cannot hide his joy as Masjid Al-Umma opens its doors. For years, villagers struggled, walking over a kilometer to pray, often missing Jumma and night prayers. Now, their community has a home for daily Salah, Tarawih, and Eid celebrations. The mosque will also host Islamic lessons, empowering women and deepening faith. “On behalf of our village, we thank all donors and Zakat Foundation of America. May Allah bless you abundantly, Insha Allah.”
Tasnim, a bright student at Jihad Yaghmour Islamic Academy in Cambodia, beams in her red uniform and hijab as she enters her new classroom. For years, she and her friends studied in cramped, makeshift spaces with plastic walls and mats on the floor, never giving up despite the hardship. Now, their dream has come true. On behalf of all students, Tasnim thanks the donors and Zakat Foundation of America, praying, “May Allah bless you with health, Rahmat, and Barakat.”
Captured Moments: A Glimpse of Our Work
A Cambodian family enjoys fresh water at our water pump.
Families in Cambodia answer the call to prayer at our newly constructed mosque.
Families in Cambodia no longer have to take water from contaminated sources thanks to our supporters.
Families rejoice after receiving Ramadan food packages in Cambodia.
Our field member in Cambodia puts the final touches at our Ramadan food package distribution location.
Our field teams visits families door to door with Udhiyah-Qurbani meat.
Our mosque construction in Cambodia ensures community member have services that provide spiritual uplift and educational resources.
Our mosque construction in Cambodia ensures congregants have a safe space for spiritual uplift.
Our field reps go far and wide to deliver food packages to families facing hunger in Cambodia.
Infrastructure development in Cambodia includes a newly build mosque that will serve not only as a place for prayer but also center for community building.
Our water projects ensure Cambodian families have access to clean drinking water without any challenges.
Ramadan food packages ensure families in Cambodia have meals to break their fasts.
Udhiyah/Qurbani meat distributions help Cambodian families facing food insecurity enjoy nourishing meals with meat.
Food packages bring safety and security with essentials for nourishing meals
Hot iftar meals are prepared for distribution
Our team visits families door to door to ensure they have their Udhiyah-Qurbani shares
Joyful faces collect their Udhiyah-Qurbani shares to enjoy a nourishing meal
Our teams ensure only the best quality animals for Udhiyah-Qurbani season
Ramadan food packages ensure families have staples throughout the month
Your Udhiyah-Qurbani share bring hope and healing to families in need
Our teams prepare iftar dinners to families to enjoy
Udhiyah-Qurbani packages are ready for families seeking sustenance
Water wells bring comfort, health, and happiness to families facing water insecurity
Your sadaqah jariyah unlocks futures through education
Your Udhiyah-Qurbani share brings nourishment to families in need
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Seasonal Islamic Giving
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