Why a local Zakat Foundation ?

The National Zakat Foundation is a ground-breaking initiative which aims to utilise Zakat funds and voluntary donations collected in Australia for the benefit of the local, deserving recipients…read more

How your Zakat is making a difference

5280

CASES ASSISTED IN AUSTRALIA SINCE 2013

$4073989.81

OF ZAKAT FUNDS DISTRIBUTED IN AUSTRALIA SINCE 2013

176

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

1323

FINANCIAL & DEBT ASSISTANCE

283

HOMELESSNESS

213

MEDICAL ASSISTANCE

834

REFUGEES

2451

OTHERS

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ZAKAT SERVICES

^{To ensure that every Muslim in Australia revives their knowledge & understanding of Zakat and is able to fulfill their obligations.}

Zakat Guides

Online Calculator

One on one Zakat Consultation

Zakat Q&A

Workshops

Zakat Payment Services

Zakat Home Collection

The current Nisab values
based on Silver (595g) is $
based on Gold (85g) is $

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Social Initiatives

At NZF we aim to utilise Zakat funds collected in Australia to provide a lifeline for local, deserving recipients. This group consists of some of the most vulnerable members of our community, including widows, orphans, refugees, the elderly and the homeless.

Emergency Relief

Our highest priority and most basic type of assistance is providing immediate temporary accommodation to a sister who is on the street, or assisting with funeral expenses for a sudden death in the family or many more emergency situations.

Crisis Accommodation Centers

A few homes in VIC and NSW have been leased to serve as short term accommodation that provide a safe environment for our brothers & sisters while going through a period of difficulty.

Refugee Programs

We run programs to help refugees manage their circumstances whilst living in the community such as financial assistance, helping them in enrolling their children in school, networking within the local community, finding a rental house and more.

Back to School Grants

We provide grants to families who are unable to provide for basic necessities for children to go to school at the start of the school year.

NZF Food Vouchers

Since 2013, we have built a network of businesses such as grocers and butchers through whom a Zakat recipient can redeem NZF Food Vouchers. This ensures Zakat funds are being used to empower multiple entities within our local community.

Personal Services

We have partnered with various professional services such as financial planners, counselors, training institutes, employment agencies etc. where we are able to refer suitable clients to use their services often free of charge.

NEED ASSISTANCE?

Call us on 1300 663 729 or apply online now

NOTE : We are only able to assist those in Australia

QUESTIONS THAT EVERYONE ASKS!

Does NZF assist people locally in Australia or those overseas?

We only assist people in need in Australia. We do not provide any assistance to those in need overseas and believe there are a number of organizations who are already assisting those overseas effectively.
With the number of Muslims in Australia increasing year on year however, there is a growing need for local assistance which is our focus.

100% Zakat distribution

We operate on a 100% Zakat distribution policy.

This means that for every $1 in Zakat payments that we receive, that $1 is distributed to someone in need locally. We take absolutely no portion of the Zakat collected to cover any NZF operational costs.

How does NZF sustain itself if it has a 100% Zakat distribution policy?

All our operations are supported through sponsorship and sadaqah donations that generous members of the community donate to help us to establish this forgotten pillar in our communities. The more

community support we have, the further we can grow & expand our services. You can support our vision by signing up to donating just $1 a day on our website

Are donations to NZF tax deductible?

Yes, NZF has a deductible gift recipient (DGR) status which means all your donations over $2 are fully tax deductible. A common question that comes up is whether or not it is permissible in Islam to claim donations as tax deductions, the answer is YES!

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What others say

“I just had to pull over sis, I am crying so hard, you have saved us. Alhamdulilah the bond has gone into my account. Tomorrow I will go and get the key. Sis I dont know what to say but may Allah swt reward u and thank u. I had to close down my business when this happened to the house and I was drowning from the burdens of this problem. Allah sent me angels. Once i get on my feet after the move i will be using Warrior to talk about NZF and the angels that saved my little family. Alhamdulilah.”

Jamilah, January 2014

“Jazak allah khair. Just want to say that you made me feel [at] home and helped me when I was about to be homeless. Alhamdulillah.I dont know how to thank you but I believe Allah will reward you here and in Akhira ;)”

Saiful, November 2015

“I especially acknowledge the contribution of National Zakat Foundation Australia for garnering community support and conducting the toy drive. In difficult and trying circumstances, this great initiative is a bright spot for children who otherwise have very difficult lives.”

Jihad Dib MP, Shadow Minister of Education, August 2016