The Need for Zakat for Her: A Call for Change
Women are the fabric of our communities. Yet many are caught in cycles of hardship—single mothers, women battling illness, or those rebuilding after loss. Zakat for Her offers a lifeline, helping Muslim women reclaim their independence, heal, and rise to strengthen the very communities they hold together.
In 2023, NZF Canada raised over $834,000 to support women in crisis, providing vital assistance to 654 women across Canada. These numbers are more than just figures; they represent real women whose lives have been changed. Every contribution, no matter how small, is part of a collective effort to rebuild lives, restore independence, and offer new hope for the future.
The Need
11.4% of Canadian women lived in poverty in 2023.(leaf.ca)
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17.2% of families headed by single mothers live inpoverty. (Statistics Canada)
Women are more likely to work in temporary or part-time jobs, which generally pay less than full-time jobs. (Canada.ca)
Our Response
$834,054.01 distributed towards women from all walks of life in 2023 alone.
$395,425 distributed for single mother house holds seeking stability.
654 women supported in 2023 with critical essentials they are otherwise unable to afford.
11.4% of Canadian women lived in poverty in 2023. (leaf.ca)
17.2% of families headed by single mothers live inpoverty. (Statistics Canada)
Women are more likely to work in temporary or part-time jobs, which generally pay less than full-time jobs. (Canada.ca)
How Can We Help
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$350
Ensures she has water, warmth, and light, creating a safe space for them her to thrive.
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$600
Provides a month’s worth of food, lifting the burden of hunger and bringing peace to her home.
$1,400
Covers rent for a month, giving her a stable home to heal, grow, and rebuild her future.
Everything You Need to Know
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Who Were the Ansaar?
The Ansaar (Supporters) were the inhabitants of Madinah who welcomed and supported the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) and the Muhajirun (emigrants from Makkah). Their selflessness, generosity, and strong sense of community were instrumental in the establishment and spread of Islam.
Allah praises them in the Qur'an: "As for the foremost—the first of the Emigrants and the Supporters—and those who follow them in goodness, Allah is pleased with them and they are pleased with Him." (9:100)
The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) said to the Ansaar: "You are dearest to me amongst people." (Muslim)
Let us strive to be like the Ansaar, always ready to extend a helping hand, foster community, and work together for the common good, seeking the pleasure of Allah in all that we do.
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Who Were the ANSAAR
The Ansaar (Supporters) were the inhabitants of Madinah who welcomed and supported the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) and the Muhajirun (emigrants from Makkah). Their selflessness, generosity, and strong sense of community were instrumental in the establishment and spread of Islam.
Allah praises them in the Qur'an: "As for the foremost—the first of the Emigrants and the Supporters—and those who follow them in goodness, Allah is pleased with them and they are pleased with Him." (9:100)
The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) said to the Ansaar: "You are dearest to me amongst people." (Muslim)
Let us strive to be like the Ansaar, always ready to extend a helping hand, foster community, and work together for the common good, seeking the pleasure of Allah in all that we do.
When You Gave Zakat for Her
I can’t thank you enough. I still think I am dreaming. Miracles do happen. I really appreciate how you’ve helped me
Najwa
Gaza Evacuee Supported by You
Alhamdollelah by the grace of Allah and the help of you all, I was able to pay off all my debt and my overdue payment. Jazakallah! I will do my part for others wherever I can.
Noora
Single Mother
May Allah reward you with all goodness. May Allah heal your hearts with a healing that astonishes both the people of the earth and the heaven.
Saba & Sameer
Refugee couple
I would like to take this opportunity to thank you, I could put iftar on the table and buy some Eid clothes for my children, alhamdulillah, I don't know how to appreciate each one of you but may Allah bless each one of you and your families with Jannat al-Firdous. Ameen.
Razia
Single Mother
I can’t thank you enough. I still think I am dreaming. Miracles do happen. I really appreciate how you’ve helped me
Najwa
Gaza Evacuee Supported by You
Alhamdollelah by the grace of Allah and the help of you all, I was able to pay off all my debt and my overdue payment. Jazakallah! I will do my part for others wherever I can.
Noora
Single Mother
May Allah reward you with all goodness. May Allah heal your hearts with a healing that astonishes both the people of the earth and the heaven.
Saba & Sameer
Refugee couple
I would like to take this opportunity to thank you, I could put iftar on the table and buy some Eid clothes for my children, alhamdulillah, I don't know how to appreciate each one of you but may Allah bless each one of you and your families with Jannat al-Firdous. Ameen.
Razia
Single Mother
I can’t thank you enough. I still think I am dreaming. Miracles do happen. I really appreciate how you’ve helped me
Najwa
Gaza Evacuee Supported by You
Alhamdollelah by the grace of Allah and the help of you all, I was able to pay off all my debt and my overdue payment. Jazakallah! I will do my part for others wherever I can.
Noora
Single Mother
May Allah reward you with all goodness. May Allah heal your hearts with a healing that astonishes both the people of the earth and the heaven.
Saba & Sameer
Refugee couple
I would like to take this opportunity to thank you, I could put iftar on the table and buy some Eid clothes for my children, alhamdulillah, I don't know how to appreciate each one of you but may Allah bless each one of you and your families with Jannat al-Firdous. Ameen.
Razia
Single Mother
I can’t thank you enough. I still think I am dreaming. Miracles do happen. I really appreciate how you’ve helped me
Najwa
Gaza Evacuee Supported by You
Alhamdollelah by the grace of Allah and the help of you all, I was able to pay off all my debt and my overdue payment. Jazakallah! I will do my part for others wherever I can.
Noora
Single Mother
May Allah reward you with all goodness. May Allah heal your hearts with a healing that astonishes both the people of the earth and the heaven.
Saba & Sameer
Refugee couple
I would like to take this opportunity to thank you, I could put iftar on the table and buy some Eid clothes for my children, alhamdulillah, I don't know how to appreciate each one of you but may Allah bless each one of you and your families with Jannat al-Firdous. Ameen.
Razia
Single Mother
I can’t thank you enough. I still think I am dreaming. Miracles do happen. I really appreciate how you’ve helped me
Najwa
Gaza Evacuee Supported by You
Alhamdollelah by the grace of Allah and the help of you all, I was able to pay off all my debt and my overdue payment. Jazakallah! I will do my part for others wherever I can.
Noora
Single Mother
May Allah reward you with all goodness. May Allah heal your hearts with a healing that astonishes both the people of the earth and the heaven.
Saba & Sameer
Refugee couple
I would like to take this opportunity to thank you, I could put iftar on the table and buy some Eid clothes for my children, alhamdulillah, I don't know how to appreciate each one of you but may Allah bless each one of you and your families with Jannat al-Firdous. Ameen.
Razia
Single Mother
I can’t thank you enough. I still think I am dreaming. Miracles do happen. I really appreciate how you’ve helped me
Najwa
Gaza Evacuee Supported by You
Alhamdollelah by the grace of Allah and the help of you all, I was able to pay off all my debt and my overdue payment. Jazakallah! I will do my part for others wherever I can.
Noora
Single Mother
May Allah reward you with all goodness. May Allah heal your hearts with a healing that astonishes both the people of the earth and the heaven.
Saba & Sameer
Refugee couple
I would like to take this opportunity to thank you, I could put iftar on the table and buy some Eid clothes for my children, alhamdulillah, I don't know how to appreciate each one of you but may Allah bless each one of you and your families with Jannat al-Firdous. Ameen.
Razia
Single Mother
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When you give Zakat for Her, you help women rise, rebuild, and reclaim their strength. Together, we can create a ripple of hope, uplifting women and nurturing stronger communities.
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