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Local giving isn’t
simply charity.
At National Zakat Foundation, we see Zakat and Sadaqah as a path, one that helps families move from struggle to strength.
In 2025 alone, your giving supported 17k+ families - that’s 297+ single parents, 150+ orphans, 117+ seniors, 2,358 children and 3,841 newcomers and refugees.
This is where your giving lands, with people in your community who need it most, right here at home.
Because a strong Ummah doesn’t happen accidentally.
A strong Ummah begins with a strong community.
And a strong community begins with you.
The Need for Local Zakat and Sadaqah
Today we’re seeing:
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Impossible Choices
59% of Canadians, and 75% of renters, are sacrificing basic needs like food and essentials just to pay for housing.
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Growing Food Insecurity
25% of Canadians are food insecure - that’s approximately 10 million people, including 2.5 million children.
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Service Needs at All Time Highs
1 in 5 Canadians relies on charitable help to meet essential needs - 69% of them have needed help for the first time.
Giving your Zakat and Sadaqah in Canada is not about replacing support overseas. It fulfills a responsibility to those within our reach, where need exists. Strengthening our local community is part of building a strong Ummah — ensuring that no one struggles alone.
The Need for Local Zakat and Sadaqah
Today we’re seeing:
Impossible Choices
59%
Of Canadians, and 75% of renters, are sacrificing basic needs like food and essentials just to pay for housing.
Growing Food Insecurity
25%
Of Canadians are food insecure - that’s approximately 10 million people, including 2.5 million children.
Service Needs at All Time Highs
1 in 5
Canadians relies on charitable help to meet essential needs - 69% of them have needed help for the first time.
Giving your Zakat and Sadaqah in Canada is not about replacing support overseas. It fulfills a responsibility to those within our reach, where need exists. Strengthening our local community is part of building a strong Ummah — ensuring that no one struggles alone.
How You Can Help
Feed Our Neighbours
Helping hungry neighbours access groceries and fresh meals.
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Pathways to Rizq
Removing barriers to financial independence.
Support our Orphans
Care, stability, and belonging for orphaned children.
House our Neighbours
Keeping vulnerable families safe and
housed.
Life Essentials
Supplying utilities and critical daily
needs.
Evacuee Support
Helping displaced families rebuild
in Canada.
Aisha (RA) reported: I said
“O Messenger of Allah, I have two neighbours; to whom should I send my gifts?”
The Prophet (SAW) said
“Give to the neighbour who is closest to your door.”
(Bukhari)
Zakat Resources
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Your Zakat Toolbox
All the Zakat essentials you need for Ramadan in one place.
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Calculate Zakat
A simple tool to help you determine your Zakat.
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Zakat Guide
Step-by-step guide to understanding and fulfilling your Zakat.
Sha’ban Planner
Plan your worship, goals, and preparation for Ramadan with this practical and structured guide.
Before Ramadan Begins, 2,700 Families Are Still Waiting
As Ramadan approaches, 2,700 families are still waiting for support. Your local Zakat and Sadaqah is needed today to help families find stability before the month begins.
Early giving also strengthens the entire month ahead. It gives us the ability to plan, respond quickly, and support consistently — in preparation for Ramadan, throughout the blessed month and beyond.
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