Zakat VS Sadaqa

1 – Obligation: Zakat is an obligatory form of charity in Islam, while Sadaqa is voluntary.   2 – Amount: The amount of Zakat is fixed at 2.5% of a person’s wealth, while the amount of Sadaqa can be any amount a person chooses to give.    3 – Recipients: Zakat can only be given to specific categories of recipients,…

Ramadan Benefits from an Islamic and health Perspective:

Ramadan Benefits from an Islamic and health Perspective:  1 – Increased Taqwa (consciousness of Allah): Fasting during Ramadan is one of the five pillars of Islam and an act of worship that brings a person closer to Allah. Fasting during the month of Ramadan encourages a person to be more mindful of their actions and behaviors. 2 – Purification of the…

The Well Book

“The best charity is giving water” It was narrated that Sad bin Ubadah said: “I said: ‘O Messenger of Allah, what charity is best?’ He said: ‘Giving water to drink.’”(Sunan Ibn Majah 3684)  حَدَّثَنَا عَلِيُّ بْنُ مُحَمَّدٍ، حَدَّثَنَا وَكِيعٌ، عَنْ هِشَامٍ، صَاحِبِ الدَّسْتَوَائِيِّ عَنْ قَتَادَةَ، عَنْ سَعِيدِ بْنِ الْمُسَيَّبِ، عَنْ سَعْدِ بْنِ عُبَادَةَ، قَالَ قُلْتُ يَا رَسُولَ اللَّهِ أَىُّ الصَّدَقَةِ أَفْضَلُ قَالَ ‏ “‏ سَقْىُ الْمَاءِ ‏”‏ ‏.‏ Abu Huraira…

Turning your emergency donation into instant aid

In times of crisis, emergency donations are critical for providing aid and support to those affected. However, it is important to ensure that your donation is directed towards the right channels and provides instant aid to those who need it the most. In this article, we will take Spogmai charity foundation as an example and explore how to turn your…

Partnering to create a community

Partnering to create a community can be an effective way to achieve a shared goal, maximize resources, and create a positive impact on society. It requires a collaborative effort among like-minded organizations, individuals, and stakeholders who share a common vision and mission. In this blog, we will discuss how to partner to create a community using the Spogmai Charity Foundation…