A Pillar of Islam, A Path to Blessings
What is Zakat ?
Zakat, meaning “to purify,” is one of the Five Pillars of Islam. It is a mandatory annual payment of 2.5% of your wealth for those whose assets exceed the Nisab threshold. By fulfilling this obligation, you purify your wealth and heart from greed while helping those suffering from poverty, hunger, and displacement.
“And establish prayer and give Zakat, and whatever good you put forward for yourselves – you will find it with Allah. Indeed, Allah of what you do, is Seeing.”
[– Surah Al-Baqarah (2:110)]
Who is Eligible for Zakat?
The Quran identifies eight categories of people eligible to receive Zakat:
- The poor
- The needy
- Zakat administrators
- Those captive
- Those in debt
- In the cause of Allah (SWT)
- The stranded traveler
“As-Sadaqat (here it means Zakat ) are only for the Fuqara’ (poor), and Al-Masakin (the poor) and those employed to collect (the funds), and to attract the hearts of those who have been inclined (towards Islam), and to free the captives, and for those in debt, and for Allah’s Cause (i.e. for Mujahidun – those fighting in a holy battle), and for the wayfarer (a traveller who is cut off from everything); a duty imposed by Allah. And Allah is All-Knower, All-Wise.”[– Surah At-Tawba (9:60)]
Where Does Your Zakat Go with HADI Relief?
When you give your Zakat to HADI Relief, your contributions directly benefit the most vulnerable communities in:
- Food Assistance: Delivering essential food supplies to families who go days without a proper meal
- Clean Water: Providing safe drinking water to areas plagued by water scarcity
- Healthcare: Offering life-saving medical aid and emergency relief
- Education: Supporting schools and empowering children with the gift of knowledge
- Emergency Relief: Assisting families displaced by war, conflict, and natural disasters
Our programs serve communities across Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Ethiopia, Gambia, India, Indonesia, Jammu & Kashmir, Kenya, Mali, Nepal, Pakistan, Palestine, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Somalia, and Sri Lanka.
The Blessings of Giving Zakat
“The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said:“The believer’s shade on the Day of Resurrection will be his charity.”[– Al-Tirmidhi, Hadith 604]
Donate Your Zakat Today
When you give Zakat, you not only fulfill a sacred duty but also share in the blessings of transforming lives. Your contribution can bring dignity to families, restore hope to communities, and serve as a means of purification for yourself.
Zakat is your opportunity to purify your wealth, fulfill a religious obligation, and make a life-changing difference. Join us in bringing hope and relief to the world’s most vulnerable communities.
Religious Dues
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Zakat-ul-Fitr
Giving Zakat-ul-Fitr (also known as fitrana) is one of the duties we must complete during the holy month of Ramadan. Similar to zakat given on an individual’s savings, it also entails giving a small amount to charity.
Sadaqah Jariyah
Sadaqah Jariyah is one of the most beautiful concepts in Islam. Above all, it is the belief that deeds donated as a form of Sadaqah Jariyah possess the ability to earn reward
Fidiya/Kaffarah
Fidya consists of a donation made when a person is unable to fast due to illness or poor health, to substitute for missing the fast. This donation is used to feed those in need.
Aqiqah
When a child is born, an Aqiqah is given by the parents/guardian as a gesture of thanks to Allah (SWT), protection from evil, expiation of sins and preventing any calamities.
Sadaqah
Your donation helps give kids the ability to have access to education in their communities and supplies them with materials, food, transportation, and more.
