Islamic Giving

Fulfil your obligation, multiply your reward

From Zakat to Waqf, every form of giving is explained with clarity and handled with the utmost care, transparency and respect.

Understanding the forms of giving

Every form of giving, explained

Zakat
The Third Pillar

Zakat

Zakat is the third pillar of Islam — an obligatory act of worship that purifies wealth. Every eligible Muslim gives 2.5% of their qualifying net wealth held above the Nisab threshold for one lunar year. It is not merely charity, but a right of the poor over the wealthy, redistributing resources to eight prescribed categories of recipients.

Sadaqah
Voluntary Charity

Sadaqah

Sadaqah is voluntary charity that flows without limit or condition. It can be given at any time, in any amount, and takes countless forms — from feeding a family to a kind word or a smile. Unlike Zakat, there is no minimum and no fixed rate; the reward multiplies with sincerity.

Waqf
Perpetual Endowment

Waqf

Waqf is a perpetual endowment in which the principal asset is preserved while its yield continually benefits the community. Historically, Waqf funded mosques, schools, hospitals and water systems for centuries. It is one of the most powerful forms of sustainable giving — a gift that keeps giving across generations.

Sadaqah Jariyah
Continuous Charity

Sadaqah Jariyah

Sadaqah Jariyah is ongoing charity whose reward continues long after the initial act — building a well, sponsoring a school, or planting a tree. As long as people benefit from it, the reward flows to the giver, even after their lifetime. It is an investment in both this world and the next.

Ramadan Giving
The Blessed Month

Ramadan Giving

Ramadan multiplies the reward of every good deed. Giving during the blessed month includes Fitrana (Zakat al-Fitr) paid before Eid prayer, Fidya for those unable to fast, and Iftar provisions so that those in hardship can break their fast with dignity. It is a season of generosity and mercy.

Qurbani
The Sacrifice of Eid

Qurbani

Qurbani commemorates the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim (AS) to sacrifice for the sake of Allah. During Eid al-Adha, an animal is sacrificed and fresh meat is shared with families in greatest need — for many, one of the few times in the year they receive quality protein. It embodies devotion and sharing.

Zakat Calculator

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Reference thresholds
Gold Nisab85g
Silver Nisab595g
Zakat Rate2.50%

Thresholds are configurable and updated by administrators. Consult a scholar for personal rulings.

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