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❤️ 24 Sep 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 24 Sep 2026: $1,200 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 3 Oct 2026: A brother experiencing financial hardship urgently needs food assistance. Application from Northern Suburbs, SA

💬 30 Sep 2026: A sister whose husband was hospitalised after relocating urgently needs food and rent assistance. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 30 Sep 2026: $900 of Zakat distributed to a family facing health challenges and unemployment in South Western Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 2 Oct 2026: $250 of Zakat distributed to a family with a member with disability in Australia

❤️ 24 Sep 2026: $2,000 of Zakat distributed to a Gaza-displaced family rebuilding in Australia in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 1 Oct 2026: A brother unemployed and unable to work after his car was grounded needs urgent repairs. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 30 Sep 2026: $850 of Zakat distributed to a family affected by chronic illness in South East Queensland, QLD

💬 3 Oct 2026: A mother of three with a newborn and unwell husband urgently needs help with overdue rent. Application from South Eastern Suburbs, VIC

❤️ 2 Oct 2026: $800 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Adelaide Region, SA

❤️ 2 Oct 2026: $1,200 of Zakat distributed to a family facing eviction due to rent arrears in South Western Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 30 Sep 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a family facing eviction due to rent arrears in Northern Suburbs, VIC

❤️ 25 Sep 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a family escaping domestic violence in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 2 Oct 2026: $851 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 24 Sep 2026: $1,200 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Northern Suburbs, VIC

❤️ 2 Oct 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a family escaping domestic violence in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 30 Sep 2026: $2,935 of Zakat distributed to a widowed mother with young children in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 25 Sep 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 2 Oct 2026: $800 of Zakat distributed to a single mother in financial hardship in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 14 Sep 2026: A mother of two fled domestic violence and needs bond and rent to secure housing. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 2 Oct 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 30 Sep 2026: A sister facing eviction urgently needs help with overdue rent and utility bills. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 22 Sep 2026: A separated father of four lost his car and belongings and needs funds to reclaim it for work. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 2 Oct 2026: $2,800 of Zakat distributed to a family facing health challenges and unemployment in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 24 Sep 2026: $1,600 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 1 Oct 2026: A mother of three with a daughter with severe disability needs help with food, bills, and essentials. Application from Perth Region, WA

❤️ 2 Oct 2026: $112 of Zakat distributed to a family affected by chronic illness in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 2 Oct 2026: A family of six recently arrived in Australia cannot afford food after seven weeks. Application from South East Queensland, QLD

💬 1 Oct 2026: A brother on Centrelink cannot afford psychiatric and NDIS assessment fees. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 24 Sep 2026: $200 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 30 Sep 2026: A newly arrived family with limited English is struggling with bills and living expenses on Centrelink. Application from South Western Suburbs, NSW

💬 2 Oct 2026: A refugee mother with disability and four children needs support for incontinence supplies. Application from Northern Suburbs, VIC

💬 4 Oct 2026: A parent struggling to pay bills needs clothing and shoes for their children. Application from Perth Region, WA

❤️ 30 Sep 2026: $3,000 of Zakat distributed to a family with a member with disability in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 30 Sep 2026: $1,015 of Zakat distributed to a Gaza-displaced family rebuilding in Australia in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 2 Oct 2026: $1,200 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Western Suburbs, VIC

💬 14 Sep 2026: A pregnant woman fleeing domestic violence with no income needs help with rent, food, and medical costs. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 4 Oct 2026: A brother made homeless is living in his car which has broken down and needs shelter urgently. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 2 Oct 2026: $760 of Zakat distributed to a family affected by chronic illness in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 22 Sep 2026: A grandmother raising four grandchildren abandoned by both parents needs food and ongoing support. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 2 Oct 2026: $396 of Zakat distributed to a family affected by chronic illness in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 30 Sep 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a widowed mother with young children in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 2 Oct 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 30 Sep 2026: $94 of Zakat distributed to a single mother in emergency shelter in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 30 Sep 2026: A sister who recently embraced Islam lost her job due to visa restrictions and needs help with rent and bills. Application from Northern Suburbs, VIC

❤️ 2 Oct 2026: $1,500 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Adelaide Region, SA

💬 14 Sep 2026: A separated father fleeing domestic violence urgently needs bond assistance to secure housing. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 25 Sep 2026: $800 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 30 Sep 2026: A father on DSP caring for two children cannot afford food, medications, or transport. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 30 Sep 2026: A father of two undergoing chemotherapy cannot work and needs help with living expenses. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 24 Sep 2026: $750 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 11 Sep 2026: A pregnant mother fleeing violence with her infant needs food and expenses as rent takes all her income. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 2 Oct 2026: $800 of Zakat distributed to a family facing eviction due to rent arrears in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 2 Oct 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a sister facing financial hardship and unemployment in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 2 Oct 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 2 Oct 2026: $720 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 2 Oct 2026: $4,000 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Australia

❤️ 30 Sep 2026: $2,200 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 3 Oct 2026: A student lost her government scholarship after her citizenship was revoked and needs tuition support. Application from Australian Capital Territory

❤️ 2 Oct 2026: $300 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in Adelaide Region, SA

❤️ 2 Oct 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a sister facing health challenges and unemployment in Illawarra Region, NSW

❤️ 2 Oct 2026: $430 of Zakat distributed to a family affected by chronic illness in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 2 Oct 2026: $600 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 2 Oct 2026: $2,600 of Zakat distributed to a family facing eviction due to rent arrears in South Western Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 2 Oct 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a single mother in emergency shelter in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 2 Oct 2026: $800 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 28 Sep 2026: $1,117 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 7 Sep 2026: A wheelchair user with an amputated leg and schizophrenia needs help with medical bills. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 24 Sep 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a family with a member with disability in Northern Suburbs, VIC

❤️ 2 Oct 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Northern Suburbs, VIC

💬 14 Sep 2026: A family of five with no work rights due to visa restrictions needs help with rent and essentials. Application from Adelaide Region, SA

💬 1 Oct 2026: A brother supporting his wife, mother, and student sibling overseas cannot manage debts and bills. Application from Adelaide Region, SA

❤️ 30 Sep 2026: $695 of Zakat distributed to a single mother in emergency shelter in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 2 Oct 2026: $798 of Zakat distributed to a family affected by chronic illness in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 2 Oct 2026: A divorced mother of two toddlers needs furniture, nappies, and groceries after paying bond on her new home. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 2 Oct 2026: $1,500 of Zakat distributed to a family facing eviction due to rent arrears in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 2 Oct 2026: $2,400 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Northern Suburbs, VIC

❤️ 2 Oct 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a family facing homelessness in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 24 Sep 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 30 Sep 2026: $1,380 of Zakat distributed to a brother with disability in financial hardship in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 2 Oct 2026: $800 of Zakat distributed to a widowed father with young children in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 7 Sep 2026: A brother with schizophrenia on a bridging visa needs urgent rent support while awaiting SRSS. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 2 Oct 2026: A sister struggling with high utility bills cannot afford groceries. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 24 Sep 2026: $2,300 of Zakat distributed to a family affected by chronic illness in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 24 Sep 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 30 Sep 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a family with a member with disability in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 2 Oct 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 30 Sep 2026: A single mother facing eviction within a week needs help with overdue electricity bills. Application from South Western Suburbs, NSW

💬 30 Sep 2026: A single mother is struggling with daily living expenses and urgently needs food and a mattress. Application from Northern Suburbs, VIC

❤️ 24 Sep 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 2 Oct 2026: $3,000 of Zakat distributed to a family affected by chronic illness in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 24 Sep 2026: $1,200 of Zakat distributed to a family affected by chronic illness in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 2 Oct 2026: $2,021 of Zakat distributed to a family affected by chronic illness in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 30 Sep 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in Adelaide / Inner Western Suburbs, SA

❤️ 2 Oct 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a refugee family with young children in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 2 Oct 2026: $1,500 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 30 Sep 2026: $400 of Zakat distributed to a single mother in emergency shelter in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 2 Oct 2026: A mother of three fleeing family violence urgently needs housing after divorce. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 30 Sep 2026: $2,500 of Zakat distributed to a single mother facing eviction due to rent arrears in South Eastern Suburbs, VIC

Easing the Burden in Difficult Times

September 20, 2023

Rahma, a widow for many years, had been caring for her disabled adult son when she received the heartbreaking news of her terminal cancer diagnosis. As she struggled with the relentless expenses of traveling to appointments, purchasing essential medications, and covering everyday living costs, the financial burden began to feel overwhelming. In her time of need, she reached out to us at NZF.

At this crucial moment, Rahma was already in palliative care, facing the final stages of her illness. With the generosity of your Zakat, we stepped in to provide Rahma with the crucial financial assistance she required. Your support provided her with much needed relief, alleviating the overwhelming stress associated with her medical expenses and daily needs.

A few weeks later, we conducted a follow-up, deeply saddened to learn that Rahma had passed away. We pray that Allah, the Most Merciful, showers her soul with His boundless mercy and grants her a place in Jannah Al Firdaus. Ameen. Rahma's story is a reminder of the significant difference Zakat can make, offering comfort to individuals during life's toughest challenges.

If you or someone you know is experiencing hardship, please don't hesitate to contact us at NZF for assistance.

This story is based on a real person. Names and identifying details have been changed to protect privacy, and some images are AI-generated or stock.

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