“Ramadan has come to you: a month of blessing in which Allah (SWT) covers you with blessings, sends down mercy, decreases sins, and answers prayers. In [this month], Allah looks at your competition in good deeds and boasts about you to His angels. So show Allah utmost goodness from your souls.”

– Prophet Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم as narrated by Tabarani For millions of Muslims around the world, the blessed month of Ramadan is a time of reflection, reverence, fasting, prayer, patience, and charity. For IRAJI Foundation, Ramadan is the month that defines us. Honoring the traditions of this blessed month, unfortunately, turns into hardship for too many families in need. That is why your donations are so powerful. Not only do you fulfill the charitable obligations, Allah  (SWT) has set for us, but you also help relieve at least a little of the burden that a struggling family faces.

“Establish prayer and give zakat, and whatever good you put forward for yourselves—you will find it with Allah. Surely Allah sees what you do.” —The Holy Qur’an, 2:110

More than just a percentage of our income, zakat (almsgiving) is a core pillar of our faith. When you give through Iraji foundation, it has the power to end global poverty and change the lives of those we serve for generations to come through emergency food aid and shelter, healthcare, sustainable livelihood support, and much more!

Fidya and Kaffara are two solutions built into the religion of Islam that can help a Muslim compensate for not fasting or breaking other obligations – paying Fidya or Kaffara also benefits people in need. The following is meant to provide a basic understanding of Fidya and Kaffara and was derived through the consultation of imams who follow the Uganda Muslim Supreme Council. We advise you to consult your local imam or scholar for more detailed or localized inquiries.