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Applications for 2025 Ramadan Relief Fund are Now Closed.

Note: We will begin to review applications shortly. This year, we kept applications open for two weeks to give more community members an opportunity to apply. Because there is more demand for assistance than funds available, the Zakat Fund of NYC will do a lottery to select applicants who will receive funding. If your application is selected for funding, we will be contacting to follow up with additional information. Our team will review applications to determine eligibility and grant amount (if any). This process can take some time, so please wait to hear from us. Please remember that submitting an application does not guarantee that you will receive a cash grant this year. We appreciate your patience and understanding.

May you have a blessed Ramadan, ameen!

Application Process +

  • Please complete and submit ALL required documentation on the application link
  • Applications will remain open from February 28th through March 14th, 2025.
  • After March 14th, Our case managers, led by social workers, will review applications, and distribute grants until funds are depleted.
  • Only COMPLETE applications will be reviewed
  • You will receive an email once your application is complete and all required documentation has been submitted.
  • Approved applications will receive a payment by check or direct deposit from Zakat Fund of NYC as soon as possible.
  • Submitting and application does not guarantee that you will receive a cash grant.

If you are in need but do not have the necessary documents to complete the application, please email apply@zakatfundofnyc.org.

Eligibility Criteria +

Individuals and families in need, irrespective of faith, can apply. In order to qualify for aid, you must:

  • Live in the New York City Metro area
  • Demonstrate that you cannot, or soon will not be able to, pay for your basic needs (food, clothing, and housing)
  • Declare all income and expenses, assets and debts
  • Provide photo ID, relevant documents supporting circumstances including bank statements, debt statements, and proof of address (utility bill, etc.)

Additionally, applicants will be disqualified from assistance if they:

  • Make more than $3500 in monthly income; or
  • Are found to be dishonest in the application process.

Grant Amount +

  • The amount of the grant you may receive depends on your family size, family income, estimated expenses, and any debts you have
  • Grants range from $500 to a maximum of $3,000
  • Our average grant is $1,500

Questions +

Please email info@zakatfundofnyc.org with any inquiries and we will do our best to get back to you.

The information that you provide in this process is strictly confidential. We will not share your personal information or use it for any purpose outside of our casework process.