Offering donations is the duty and responsibility of every Muslim, and the concept was emphasized by the Holy Quran and the Sunnah (actions and sayings) of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). Without making donations to charities or needy individuals, a Muslim’s soul can never be fully purified, and inner peace can not be attained.
Offering charity to the poor and the needy in Allah’s name is a moral and religious obligation of Muslims. Any Muslim Aid—large or small—fulfills this obligation and enables Muslims to value their own wealth and show gratitude for it.
‘Whatever charities you give or vows you make are surely known to Allah. And the wrongdoers will have no helpers.’ (Surah Al-Baqrah – 2:270)
Zakat is a mandatory type of Islamic Charity. It is offered during Ramadan every year. Muslims must pay 2.5% on their earthly possessions.
Sadaqah originates from the Arabic word ‘Sidq,’ which means sincerity. It is a selfless act of giving, and Muslims offer it to the needy purely from the goodness of their hearts. No fixed amount has to be given.
Fidya refers to a type of compensation that also fulfills the goal of charity. It must be given when fasts are missed during Ramadan deliberately due to a valid reason (for example, traveling, sickness, or menstruation).
Kaffarah is a form of donation that the Muslim must pay if a fast is missed deliberately without a valid reason. It entails feeding 60 people, while Fidya refers to feeding only a single person.
SAPA has wholeheartedly been working to collect Muslim aid in the various forms mentioned above. In this way, we are able to help those in help in Sudan and allow Muslims to fulfill their religious obligations via online payments. You can read some of our stories below.
Our Water for South Sudan initiatives provide clean, safe, and accessible water sources to communities across the nation. Through water purification systems, well repairs and installations, and water distribution networks, we are transforming lives, safeguarding against waterborne diseases, and building a healthier, more prosperous future for countless individuals.
Our initiatives focus on providing clean water and promoting sustainable agriculture in South Sudan to create lasting change, ensure food security, and uplift communities for the long term.
Elbuluk Hospital in Khartoum is the sole pediatric hospital in the region, serving over a million people in Karrari and Omdurman. The South Asian Pediatric Association (SAPA) provides crucial support to ensure the hospital continues to provide essential services to vulnerable children.
SAPA collects donations for various causes, including providing clean water in South Sudan, promoting sustainable agriculture, and supporting Elbuluk Pediatric Hospital in Khartoum, Sudan.
Muslim donations, known as Zakat, Sadaqah, Fidya, Kaffarah, and Sadaqah Jariyah, are charitable acts mandated by Islam. They are considered acts of worship and a means to purify wealth, show gratitude, and help those in need.
You can contribute to these initiatives by donating through SAPA’s online payment platforms or by participating in fundraising events organized by SAPA. Your donations will help support those in need and fulfill your religious obligations as a Muslim.
Islamic charity, such as Zakat and Sadaqah, is guided by Islamic principles and aims to fulfill religious duties while helping others. It is considered a form of worship in Islam.
