The mission of the Zakat Fund of NYC (ZFNYC) is to facilitate the redistribution of wealth in the NYC Metro area by locally collecting and distributing Zakat funds.

Islam calls Muslims to contribute part of their wealth to people in need. This wealth redistribution, called Zakat, is a central pillar of the faith.

Our Approach

  • Direct Cash Assistance: Individuals and families in need, irrespective of faith, can apply directly to our Ramadan Relief Fund which opens at the beginning of Ramadan each year. Our team, led by clinical social workers, reviews applications to determine eligibility and grant amount (if any). Please note that funds are exhausted every year and we encourage those interested to apply early in Ramadan.

  • Uplifting Local Nonprofits: ZFNYC provides grants to nonprofits in the NYC metro area who have a track record of serving New Yorkers in need. Our grants support food banks, emergency cash funds, and other programs that can help ease the burden of those living at the poverty line.

For Individuals or Organizations Interested in Receiving Zakat Funds from ZFNYC

  • If you are part of an organization serving the New York community: Please apply for Organizational Funding.

For Individuals Interested in Contributing Zakat Funds to ZFNYC

  • If you are interested in contributing your Zakat funds to the ZFNYC, please donate here.

 

Please email info@zakatfundofnyc.org with any inquiries.

 


Testimonials

"As a mother of 3 children, one of whom has special needs, and a husband with mental health issues that prevent him from working, the Zakat Fund has been a god-send these last 3 years. When we were almost evicted from our apartment with nowhere to go , Sister E.M. (case worker) talked me through the application process and reassured me that inshallah everything would be okay and treated me with so much respect and helped me keep my apartment. Since then I have come to rely on the Zakat Fund every year to help me with rent and other expenses as I have been in and out of the hospital with multiple heart surgeries. I am filled with gratitude for the Zakat Fund team and will always keep them in my prayers."

-H.N., South Richmond Hill, NY

"I am a singer mother and a survivor of domestic violence. Thanks to the Zakat Fund, I have been able to secure my own subsidized housing and keep up with payments. I am also able to pay for food, clothes and other necessities, while I care for my six children, two of whom have special needs. The Zakat Fund is an amazing program for anyone trying to get on their feet and take care of their families during challenging times. Thank you!"

- R.H., Staten Island, NY

"Last year, after twenty years of being homeless, I was finally able to get my own housing, alhamdulillah. I remember countless cold nights of being on the street or riding the subway until I could enter the mosque once it opened in the morning. The Zakat Fund has been a tremendous help to me in getting myself set up with some basic furniture and home essentials as I cannot work due to my heart condition. I am able to live a life of dignity and enjoy quality time with my children and grandchildren now. Alhamdulillah, Allah is merciful. Thank you for all your support, sister."

- J.S., Staten Island