Ramadan is a month that softens our hearts. It’s a time when we slow down, reflect, and become more aware of the struggles of others. In Islam, giving during Ramadan is more than generosity, it is ibadah and source of purification and a way to stand beside those who need us most.
The Prophet ﷺ said,
At Nisa Foundation, we see the impact of your donations every single day. We see it in the relief of a mother who finally feels safe. In the smile of a child who has food on the table. In the quiet strength of a woman who realizes she is no longer alone.
During the blessed month of Ramadan, Zakat and Sadaqah are two powerful ways Allah invites us to care for women and children facing hardship.
Zakat is one of the five Pillars of Islam, making it a mandatory act of worship for Muslims who are financially able. The word zakat means purification and growth, a reminder that giving charity purifies our wealth and allows goodness to grow in our communities.
Muslims who meet the required financial threshold (nisab) must give 2.5% of their qualifying wealth once every lunar year. This includes savings, investments, and certain assets held for a full year.
Zakat must be given to specific groups mentioned in the Qur’an, including:
Because Zakat is an obligation, it follows clear Islamic guidelines on how it is calculated and distributed.
At Nisa Foundation, we honour this obligation with integrity and transparency. Our 100% Zakat Policy ensures that your Zakat is handled according to Islamic principles and reaches Muslim women and children who are in urgent need of help. Learn more about our 100% Zakat Policy
100% of your Zakat goes directly to eligible Muslim women and children in need. No administrative fees are taken from Zakat donations.
Sadaqah is a voluntary charity, given freely and sincerely for the sake of Allah. It can be given at any time, in any amount, and in many forms, whether financial support, a kind word, or a simple act of care.
For Nisa Foundation, Sadaqah becomes a way to respond immediately to need. It allows us to support women and children whose situations don’t always fit neatly into categories, but whose pain is very real.
Even the smallest Sadaqah can bring comfort and relief, and during Ramadan, its reward is beyond measure.
Zakat and Sadaqah may be different, but they share the same purpose: to ease hardship and bring mercy into the lives of others.
This Ramadan, your giving can be a source of safety for a woman, nourishment for a child, and hope for a family trying to rebuild. At Nisa Foundation, we treat every donation as an amanah, honouring your trust and ensuring your charity reaches those who need it most.
May your Zakat and Sadaqah this Ramadan be a means of safety and healing for others and a source of barakah for you and your loved ones.
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