Helping the Needy During Ramadan (Merged)

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i wanted to toss an idea out to the mods -

would it be possible, for the month of ramadan, to make a sticky in which there is a list of muslim organizations to which we could donate?
especially this time of year when everyone is looking for a reliable and trustworthy organization to donate - whether it be zakat or fitra.

i’d be willing to research and find some organizations/websites where they take money and use it to help the needy/homeless or send it to countries where children/families are living in poverty.
but of course i can’t find all of the organizations that there are - so if guppies know of any others, they could add those to the list as well.

so, what do you think?

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Re: Helping the Needy During Ramadan

I think it's a great idea.

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Re: Helping the Needy During Ramadan

Good idea.

I know these orgs.

http://www.edhifoundation.com/

http://www.reliefonline.org/

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Re: Helping the Needy During Ramadan

I would also like to do stuff that's more than giving money (though that is a very important and great act). I think it's also a good idea to volunteer in the local soup kitchens, etc, and to help out in your local community (as well as on a global scale).

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Re: Helping the Needy During Ramadan

:k:

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Re: Helping the Needy During Ramadan

Great idea. I have made the thread sticky. :)

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Re: Helping the Needy During Ramadan

man with a plan - thanks for makin' it a sticky!

lusi - thanks :p

smooth guy - thanks for the websites..keep 'em coming!

sahar - great idea. do you know of any soup kitches where we could help out?

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Re: Helping the Needy During Ramadan

here’s a few more that i’ve found:

Yusuf Islam - Small Kindness
http://smallkindness.org/

Muslim Welfare Centre

  • they’ve got two locations in TO - Scarborough/Mississauga

Read Foundation
www.read.org.pk

North American Muslim Foundation
www.namf.ca

Red Crescent Socities
http://www.ifrc.org/

Disclaimer Please research these organizations before you donate to them. These websites are just suggestions, and I cannot say if they will send your donations to the right place.

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Re: Helping the Needy During Ramadan

I used to have a thread that was revived every Eid. Tried searching for it but can't find it now.....

In the thread we discussed making new clothes for Eid and how extravagantly we spend on this occassion when there are less fortunate that fast everyday of their lives.

I suggested what I do every year.....sorting your closet and donating at least or 3 articles of clothing for every new one that you make for yourself.

There are so many people in the world that don't know the pleasure of new clothign...even if it is gently used by you.

Share something that doesn't cost you anything.......

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Re: Helping the Needy During Ramadan

i would love to do that muzna....got tons of clothes...but where would i donate them?

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Re: Helping the Needy During Ramadan

Tell you what Afshi,
I've done this before and maybe it's time I did it again....

Bring them to me and I will get in touch with the right folks to get these items out to folks that are in "real need".

We have enough poor people in the city.....don't have to look far....

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Re: Helping the Needy During Ramadan

alrighty! lets do it..i have suitcases full of clothes (slighty used, and some not used at all....)..all shalwar kameezes...

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Charities/Organizations

Salam,

please list trusted/reliable organizations that hand the money DIRECTLY to the family or directly help the needy.

Such as Human Concerns International is one. www.humanconcern.org

We (MSA) are planning to sponsor a child in Sudan insh'Allah. Would like to know some reliable names asap. Thanks.

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Re: Charities/Organizations

Sorry mods, just seen the sticky about this... :)

Anyways, can this be a separate thread please.

I am looking for organizations which let you sponsor a child.

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Re: Helping the Needy During Ramadan (Merged)

No, I think it is better we discuss it in the same thread.

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Re: Charities/Organizations

i currently do that with the North Amercian Muslim Foundation (NAMF). its $30 a month and they send you a photo and brief intro on the child. You can write to the child (via NAMF) as well.

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Zakat Foundation of America - has anyone ever sent zakat money to this org?

i am sharing this info as i got it in the mail and wonder if anyone ever gave charity as zakat to this org?.

The Zakat Foundation is Providing for Hungry and Poor around the World! Join in to receive magnified Reward

Blessed Ramadan 2006 / 1427

Dear Respected Brothers and Sisters,

As-Salaam Alaikum and Ramadan Mubarak!

Indeed, Ramadan is the most blessed of months, where we may reflect on the wisdom of almighty Allah (SWT) as we were taught by Prophet Muhammad (SAWS): “Fasting is a shield, and charity extinguishes sin, just as water extinguishes fire.” In this age more than any other, Muslims are given opportunity to help those in the world who are suffering through charity.

The Zakat Foundation is committed to helping all those in the world in Ramadan through food programs. Last year we provided hot meals and food packages to over 400,000 people and we are hoping to increase the number this year! Insh’allah please help us to feed those who would not have access to food otherwise. In the words of the Qur’an: “And whatsoever you spend of anything in Allah’s cause, He will replace it.” (Saba:39) we are reminded that wealth shall not be diminished from charity. We therefore encourage our beloved donors to give generously during Ramadan and receive the blessings which are magnified during this holiest of months.

“And my Mercy extendeth to all things. That (mercy) I shall ordain for those who do right and practice regular charity, and those who believe in Our Signs.” (Al-Airaf:156)

Please rush your Zakat and Sadaqa today in the attached envelope and remember that Fitr must be disbursed before Eid Prayer. Please Share… Show you Care.

May Allah (SWT) reward you greatly for this generosity.

Please donate now.

Share… Show you Care

Wassalamu Alaykum, peace and blessings.

Your Brother,
Khalil Demir
Directory

The Zakat Foundation of America
P.O. Box 639. Worth, IL, 60482
You can also donate by calling toll-free at 866-499-6151, or phone 708-4996151
www.TheZakat.org

Donate online www.thezakat.org Call 1-866-499-6151

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~! Toronto Guppies Donate!

*Got the Following in an Email, I thought it was a neat idea!
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[QUOTE]

Assalaamwalaikum and Ramadan Mubarak!

I hope hope this blessed month reaches everyone in the best of spirits and
health! I would like to inform everyone of a Toy Drive I am organizing this
year. I am collecting new, wrapped toys for underpriveleged children in the
Mississauga and Scarborough areas. The toys will be delivered through The
Muslim Welfare Centre in both Mississauga/Scarborough. As well as the
Etobicoke Muslim
Community Organization. I know the people involved in these groups and from
last years experience of the toy drive, they said the kids were "delighted
and surprised" as their parents went to pick up only the basic neccessities.

I realize we all give charity in many forms, but as parents and educators in
this community it is a wonderful blessing to teach the beauty and art of
giving to our children. They feel good about picking up a toy they would
like to have and instead give it to a child whose parents may not have the
additional funds to afford. Whatever your reason in giving, may Allah reward
your generosity.

Please forward this to as many people as you know and note the drop off
locations on the flyer.

If anyone needs more information please do not hesitate to call me
(Naureen Mohiuddin)
416-319-0232.

There is another brother in the Markham area helping me (Farhan)
416-889-2520.

Have a blessing filled Ramadan!
Naureen :)
[/QUOTE]

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Re: Zakat Foundation of America - has anyone ever sent zakat money to this org?

I think it'd be better suited in General.

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Re: Helping the Needy During Ramadan (Merged)

I have merge the thread, please share and discuss all the information in this thread. Thank you.