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Zakat is an important pillar of our faith that fulfills an obligation that allows us to connect and help our fellow man. Many of us wait until the month of Ramadan to get extra blessings and benefits when fulfilling our Zakat obligations.
LaunchGood is a global crowdfunding platform that makes it easy for Muslim communities to connect with each other and support good causes. Through their Ramadan Challenge campaigns they help organizations and individuals raise extra funds by providing daily contests, donation matching, and promoting zakat eligible initiatives.
We've highlighted 9 LaunchGood campaigns that we believe will have large impacts and support important global initiatives related to Education, Humanitarian Aid, Dawah and Muslim development. I love that there are so many to choose from and giving a little to each initiative allows you to reach a wider audience and have a greater impact in this life and in the hereafter.
CelebrateMercy - Share the Prophet ﷺ
Goal $2,500,000
CelebrateMercy is a nonprofit organization that focuses on educating people about the life and character of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) through webinars, social campaigns, and educational programs. They have been involved in various charitable projects, including raising funds for humanitarian aid in crisis-stricken regions like Gaza and Sudan.
The funds donated to CelebrateMercy will be used to: Family & Community Support , Interfaith & Educational Outreach, Islamic Learning & Seerah Programs, Large-Scale Expansion & Sustainability.
My thoughts: The most formative years of my journey in Islam have been shaped by the content CelebrateMercy has shared year after year. I wholeheartedly encourage supporting initiatives like this, which continue to uplift people like me and countless others around the world.
The First Latino Masjid in the Midwest
Goal $700,000
This campaign supports establishing the first Islamic Center in the Midwest dedicated to serving Latino Muslims and sharing Islam with 6 million Latinos in the region. Located in an area with few masjids, this new center will enhance local outreach and contribute to global dawah efforts. The property, a historic Gothic-style building from 1948, includes a banquet hall, classrooms, a library, a kitchen, and parking, making it a fully equipped community hub. This initiative is a Sadaqah Jariyah, ensuring a lasting impact on the growing Latino Muslim community.
Learn more at: https://ojalafoundation.org/
The funds donated to Ojalá Foundation's campaign will be used to: General Support & Accessibility, Investing in Future Generations, Major Contributions & Leadership Support
My thoughts: I've lived in the midwest most of my life and as a convert to Islam, I love supporting spaces that honor people's language and culture while simultaneously supporting their spiritual growth.
Eid Gift Boxes for Children in Care
Goal $9,684
This fundraiser aims to bring joy to Muslim children in foster care by providing gift boxes for Ramadan and Eid ul-Fitr 2025. With around 5,000 Muslim heritage children in care in the UK, approximately 2,500 are with non-Muslim carers, making this initiative crucial in keeping them connected to their faith.
The funds donated to My Foster Group's campaign will be used to: Create and Assemble Gift Boxes, Outreach & Awareness
My thoughts: This campaign spoke to the dad in me. I don't like the idea of children without loved ones going without gifts on such a festive day. If I could bring a smile to a child's face with my giving here, I'd do it! I hope you do the same.
Rebuilding Gaza: Tents For Gaza
Goal $15,494
Thousands of families in Gaza have lost their homes and urgently need shelter. For £1,200 per tent, you can provide a weatherproof shelter with toilets, electricity, clean water access, and proximity to a prayer area. This initiative, by One Nation, aims to offer displaced families a safe and dignified space to rebuild their lives.
The funds donated to One Nation for this campaign will be used for: Tents for Families in Gaza.
Help rebuild Gaza's Healthcare Infrastructure
Goal $2,000,000
FAJR Scientific is committed to restoring Gaza's healthcare system through strategic, high-impact projects. Their immediate goal is deploying field hospitals across major areas. In the mid-term, they plan to restore 34 hospitals and 162 health facilities, and their long-term vision includes rebuilding major hospitals.
Since its founding in 2022, FAJR Scientific has performed 1,900+ surgeries, supported five Gazan hospitals, treated 10,000+ patients, and provided $8 million worth of medical supplies.
Learn more at www.FAJR.org
The funds donated to FAJR Scientific will be used to: Deploy Field Hospitals, Restore and Reconstruct Healthcare Facilities, Fund Surgical Missions, Provide Medical Supplies & Equipment
My thoughts: I know many of us have seen the devastating scenes coming out of Gaza in the last year. Please make sure to give whatever you can to help support.
Nourishing Sudan: A Month of Hope
Goal $200,000
Sadagaat's Ramadan Central Kitchens are providing nourishing Iftar meals to the hungry and displaced in Sudan, where 24.6 million people face acute food insecurity. For $50, donors can feed a family for the entire month, offering both sustenance and hope during Ramadan. This initiative aims to alleviate hunger and support those affected by conflict, poverty, and displacement.
Learn more at: https://sadagaat-usa.org/projects/feeding-sector/
The funds donated to Sadagaat's campaign will be used for: Iftar Meals this Ramadan.
My thoughts: The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) was even more giving in the month of Ramadan.
Ibn 'Abbas said that God's messenger was the most generous of men, and he was as generous as possible in Ramadan. Gabriel used to meet him every night in Ramadan and the Prophet would go over the Qur'an to him. When Gabriel met him he was more generous than the wind which blows freely. (Bukhari and Muslim.)
This campaign is a campaign that will have a direct impact on people during Ramadan and the months after. Please give what you can.
Give Clean Water to Yemen
Goal $20,000
Over 16 million people in Yemen, including more than 8 million children, lack access to clean drinking water, putting them at risk of waterborne diseases and malnutrition. For just $12, you can provide clean water for one person for a decade.
Currently, only one-third of Yemen's population has piped water, and women and children are forced to spend their days walking to collect water. This affects their safety, hygiene, and ability to pursue education or work.
The funds donated to Yemen Aid will be used to: Solar-powered community wells, Dignity Kits, Hygiene Awareness Campaigns, Water Infrastructure, Rehabilitation of Water Reservoirs
My thoughts: A couple of years ago I went to a fundraiser for yemen and was touched on just how much the prophet (peace be upon him) loved the people of yemen the praise he gave them. Anytime I think of places impacted by war or shortages of basic resources I want to do something about it. Please give what you can.
Narrated Abu Hurairah: that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: "The people of Yemen have come to you. They are weaker in heart and softer in understanding, faith is Yemeni and wisdom is Yemeni." Jami` at-Tirmidhi 3935
Educate Orphans in East Africa
Goal $20,000
Kijana Kwanza is a grassroots charity in Moshi, Tanzania, dedicated to rescuing orphans, street children, and abuse victims by providing shelter, education, and life skills training. Their apprenticeship program helps young people learn trades like tailoring, welding, and carpentry, enabling them to earn an income while gaining valuable skills. The charity sponsors over 250 children, offering education, vocational training, and leadership development. In 2024, their programs impacted 16,760 Tanzanians.
Learn more at www.kijana-kwanza.org
The funds donated to Kijana Kwanza will be used to: Support Education & Apprenticeships, Offer Shelter & Basic Needs, Medical Costs for Students and Children
My thoughts: "Give a man a fish and he eats for a day. Teach a man to fish and he eats for a life time". Knowledge is power and ensuring that all people have access to education is important. It can lift someone out of a cycle of poverty and make them a pilar in their community.
Help Build Classrooms for Gaza's Children
Goal $20,000
Due to the ongoing crisis and destruction in Gaza, many children are deprived of education, leaving them vulnerable to exploitation and child labor. The campaign aims to provide education for children in Gaza by building tented classrooms that offer a safe, supportive space for learning.
The funds donated to Bonyan's campaign will be used for: Prepared Classroom Tents, Whiteboards and Desks, Educational Materials.
My thoughts: Shortly after converting I was introduced to a Palestinian man who had migrated to the US. He was a wealthy individual who had helped build two Masjid's in our city. He attributed his success to his education in Gaza, provided by aid organizations, despite the challenging environment.
Conclusion
These campaigns focus on providing urgent relief, education, and Muslim development around the world. Funds raised will provide essential support for short-term recovery and long-term sustainable goals. By contributing, you can offer a brighter future through education, break cycles of poverty, and give your fellow Muslims the hope and opportunities they deserve. Join the movement and make a lasting impact today.
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