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❤️ 11 Sep 2026: $2,824 of Zakat distributed to a refugee family with young children in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 21 Sep 2026: A widow with three sons recently returned to Australia and is struggling to afford rent and essentials. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 18 Sep 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a widowed mother with young children in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 17 Sep 2026: A sister fleeing domestic violence is sleeping rough and urgently needs safe housing and essentials. Application from Inner City Suburbs, NSW

💬 18 Sep 2026: A single mother of six with no support is struggling to cover rent and essentials. Application from Perth Region, WA

❤️ 18 Sep 2026: $4,400 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Western Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 11 Sep 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a sister facing health challenges and unemployment in Illawarra Region, NSW

❤️ 11 Sep 2026: $2,021 of Zakat distributed to a family affected by chronic illness in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 11 Sep 2026: $1,600 of Zakat distributed to a family facing eviction due to rent arrears in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 11 Sep 2026: $1,300 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in Northern Suburbs, VIC

❤️ 11 Sep 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Adelaide Region, SA

💬 18 Sep 2026: A sister recently lost her job and cannot cover rent arrears and groceries. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 11 Sep 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in Australia

❤️ 11 Sep 2026: $720 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 17 Sep 2026: A revert brother needs help with rent and visa costs to bring his wife to safety in Australia. Application from Perth Region, WA

❤️ 11 Sep 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a single mother in financial hardship in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 11 Sep 2026: $2,000 of Zakat distributed to a family with orphaned children facing housing insecurity in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 11 Sep 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Northern Suburbs, VIC

💬 17 Sep 2026: A mother is seeking help with camp fees for her teenage son's Islamic youth program. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 11 Sep 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a Gaza-displaced family rebuilding in Australia in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 18 Sep 2026: A single mother of four working casually cannot cover rent and food during school holidays. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 18 Sep 2026: $3,000 of Zakat distributed to a widowed mother with young children in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 4 Sep 2026: A widow from Gaza with five children needs driving lessons to reduce isolation and access employment. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 17 Sep 2026: A single mother unable to find work needs help with rates, bills, and car repairs. Application from Perth Region, WA

❤️ 11 Sep 2026: $1,200 of Zakat distributed to a family facing eviction due to rent arrears in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 18 Sep 2026: $300 of Zakat distributed to a widowed mother with young children in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 21 Sep 2026: A single mother recovering from severe illness cannot work and needs help with rent arrears and food. Application from South East Queensland, QLD

❤️ 11 Sep 2026: $1,200 of Zakat distributed to a family facing eviction due to rent arrears in South Western Suburbs, NSW

💬 19 Sep 2026: A single mother cannot afford moving costs and bond cleaning for her public housing offer. Application from South East Queensland, QLD

❤️ 11 Sep 2026: $2,320 of Zakat distributed to a family facing eviction due to rent arrears in Southern Suburbs, QLD

❤️ 11 Sep 2026: $2,400 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Northern Suburbs, VIC

💬 18 Sep 2026: A mother struggling with daily living expenses needs support for bills, household items, and clothing. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 11 Sep 2026: $800 of Zakat distributed to a single mother in financial hardship in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 21 Sep 2026: A family of seven with two unwell adults is struggling on one income and needs help with essentials. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 21 Sep 2026: A brother recovering from surgery and unable to work needs help with rent, medical costs, and food. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 11 Sep 2026: $1,200 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Northern Suburbs, VIC

💬 10 Sep 2026: A brother on a visitor visa facing eviction needs temporary accommodation while awaiting his return visa. Application from Adelaide Region, SA

Placed in a Difficult Position

October 3, 2023

Arriving in Australia on a student visa with his family and working part-time, Yasir was devoted to ensuring he could provide a good life for his family. His wife, his biggest supporter in raising their four children was unexpectedly diagnosed with cancer. This news changed their lives dramatically. With no access to Medicare or government funding, Yasir desperately needed financial help. He had to quit his job to take care of his wife and children and was referred to NZF through a friend in the community.

After undergoing a Zakat assessment, we determined that Yasir and his family required ongoing support until his wife was on the road to recovery and until he could resume work. Your Zakat alleviated the burden of financial stress, allowing him to stay at home and care for his family.

If you or someone you know is experiencing hardship and you're unsure whether you/they are eligible for Zakat, 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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