During this month, Muslims are encouraged to give, in the form of Zakaah (obligatory donation) or other types of charity. There are so many organisations in South Africa alone that deserve our support and aid.
Here is a short list of some that you can donate towards this Ramadaan – or any other time during the year 😀
Al-Waagah, Institute for the Deaf
“Every Deaf person is to be empowered, has the opportunity to integrate into society and achieve their fullest potential and participate in and contribute to all aspects of life.”
Donate: https://alwaagah.co.za/donations/
Sinethemba Special Care Centre
A daycare centre based in Masiphumelele, providing education and care for children with special needs.
Contact Jackie on 021 785 7398 or to fhknw.pa@gmail.com.
Mdzananda Animal Clinic
“Mdzananda Animal Clinic is a veterinary council registered, NPO animal clinic treating over 1000 pets per month in Khayelitsha. We offer consultations, hospitilisation, surgery, sterilisations, mobile clinics, an animal ambulance, homeless pet adoptions, and humane education.”
Donate: https://www.mdzananda.co.za/donate-ctzx
Muslim Hands South Africa
“We’re dedicated to serving the most vulnerable people across the world by addressing the root causes of poverty and empowering communities. From addressing short-term needs to tackling long-term issues, Muslim Hands works to alleviate poverty through a range of varied and important areas.”
Donate today: https://muslimhands.org.za/our-work
The Night Haven Shelter
“The Haven Night Shelter Welfare Organisation provides temporary shelter, physical care, social welfare, and family re-unification services to adult homeless persons in the Western Cape.”
Donate: https://www.haven.org.za/donate
Gaffoor Home and Charity
An organisation, charity, and children’s home that focuses on the “development of orphaned children across Cape Town.”
Contact Kabeer on 083 796 2142 or via GaffoorCharity@gmail.com.
Sherwood Park Special Care Centre
“The Centre has a rich legacy of serving
the most vulnerable in our society, and has answered the call of desperation
of special needs children and families by consistently providing quality care
and education in disadvantaged communities.”
Donate: https://www.sherwoodpark.org.za/donate.html
I will be sharing more resources in the coming days. If I have missed a beloved charity you know of, please leave their details in the comments below.
And share this post with your loved ones so that our most vulnerable and needy may receive the resources they need to live and thrive, In Shaa Allah.
Ramadaan Mubarak ☀️
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