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💬 20 Aug 2026: A young man sleeping rough with no work rights needs bond to secure a room. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 25 Aug 2026: $391 of Zakat distributed to a refugee family with young children in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 31 Aug 2026: A brother supporting his unwell mother and school-aged siblings cannot afford camp fees. Application from South Western Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 28 Aug 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a Gaza-displaced family rebuilding in Australia in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 31 Aug 2026: A young student on a visa is couch surfing and urgently needs safe accommodation. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 28 Aug 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a student family facing financial hardship in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 28 Aug 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a sister facing health challenges and unemployment in Illawarra Region, NSW

❤️ 28 Aug 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 29 Aug 2026: A sister fleeing domestic violence urgently needs safe accommodation. Application from South East Queensland, QLD

❤️ 28 Aug 2026: $600 of Zakat distributed to a single father in financial hardship in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 25 Aug 2026: $4,000 of Zakat distributed to a single mother in financial hardship in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 29 Aug 2026: A mother of three on Centrelink while awaiting employment cannot afford her water bill. Application from Perth Region, WA

💬 31 Aug 2026: A brother on a sponsored work visa is struggling to repay personal debts to friends. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 25 Aug 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a sister facing eviction due to rent arrears in South Western Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 25 Aug 2026: $1,300 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in Northern Suburbs, VIC

💬 25 Aug 2026: A brother receiving income support struggles with ongoing medication costs while awaiting support. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 25 Aug 2026: $800 of Zakat distributed to a family facing eviction due to rent arrears in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 25 Aug 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 25 Aug 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a Gaza-displaced family rebuilding in Australia in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 30 Aug 2026: A sister without family support lost her health and home and needs help with fines and bills. Application from Perth Region, WA

💬 31 Aug 2026: A brother with a back condition is sleeping on a couch and urgently needs a firm mattress. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 25 Aug 2026: $621 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 28 Aug 2026: $10,000 of Zakat distributed to a student family facing financial hardship in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 25 Aug 2026: $2,824 of Zakat distributed to a refugee family with young children in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 1 Sep 2026: A father caring for his son with severe disability faces homelessness and urgently needs accommodation. Application from Western Suburbs, VIC

❤️ 25 Aug 2026: $2,240 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 1 Sep 2026: A mother with no work rights and three children needs bond to secure housing before eviction. Application from South East Queensland, QLD

💬 1 Sep 2026: A mother of three recovering from a violent assault cannot work and needs help with rent and food. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 31 Aug 2026: A family is struggling with rent after father injured his back and mother had a stroke. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 31 Aug 2026: A parent has fallen behind on rent and school fees and needs urgent assistance. Application from South East Queensland, QLD

❤️ 25 Aug 2026: $1,200 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 31 Aug 2026: A brother recovering from open heart surgery cannot work full time and needs help with rent. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 31 Aug 2026: A brother without a passport or bank account is unwell and struggling to afford food, bills and medication. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 28 Aug 2026: $300 of Zakat distributed to a single mother caring for a child with special needs in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 13 Aug 2026: A father of two on a bridging visa facing eviction needs bond to secure housing after illness. Application from South Western Suburbs, NSW

💬 10 Aug 2026: A student in her final semester needs tuition fees after family hardship and visa restrictions. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 28 Aug 2026: A mother of six with heart and kidney problems needs help with psychiatric care and bills. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 31 Aug 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in Northern Suburbs, VIC

❤️ 31 Aug 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a single mother facing eviction due to rent arrears in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 31 Aug 2026: $1,850 of Zakat distributed to a sister facing homelessness and financial hardship in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 26 Aug 2026: $2,600 of Zakat distributed to a family facing eviction due to rent arrears in South Western Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 25 Aug 2026: $2,320 of Zakat distributed to a family facing eviction due to rent arrears in Southern Suburbs, QLD

❤️ 25 Aug 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a family facing eviction due to rent arrears in Northern Suburbs, VIC

❤️ 25 Aug 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 28 Aug 2026: $2,400 of Zakat distributed to a family facing eviction due to rent arrears in Northern Territory

❤️ 28 Aug 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a single mother in financial hardship in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 31 Aug 2026: $880 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing homelessness in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 25 Aug 2026: $1,500 of Zakat distributed to a student facing health challenges and unemployment in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 28 Aug 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in Australia

❤️ 25 Aug 2026: $212 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 25 Aug 2026: $442 of Zakat distributed to a refugee family with young children in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 28 Aug 2026: A husband unable to work or walk due to a severe spinal disc injury needs urgent surgery. Application from South Western Suburbs, NSW

💬 7 Aug 2026: A widowed father of two on a bridging visa needs help with rent after losing his wife's income. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 28 Aug 2026: $2,200 of Zakat distributed to a brother recovering from serious surgery in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 1 Sep 2026: A son caring for his elderly mother with terminal cancer needs help with bills and expenses. Application from South Western Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 28 Aug 2026: $4,265 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in South East Queensland, QLD

❤️ 31 Aug 2026: $2,042 of Zakat distributed to a single mother facing eviction due to rent arrears in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 30 Aug 2026: A wife caring for her unwell husband needs help with car repairs, a fridge, and groceries. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 28 Aug 2026: A family struggling with life in Australia is burdened by overseas debt accruing interest. Application from Western Suburbs, NSW

💬 30 Aug 2026: A brother on a bridging visa lost his income source due to war and needs rent and food assistance. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 31 Aug 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a brother recovering from heart surgery in Western Suburbs, VIC

❤️ 26 Aug 2026: $1,200 of Zakat distributed to a family facing eviction due to rent arrears in South Western Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 25 Aug 2026: $5,648 of Zakat distributed to a refugee family with young children in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 28 Aug 2026: A mother of three who fled domestic violence is struggling with everyday essentials. Application from Perth Region, WA

❤️ 24 Aug 2026: $75 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in South East Queensland, QLD

❤️ 25 Aug 2026: $1,200 of Zakat distributed to a single mother caring for a child with special needs in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 25 Aug 2026: $1,200 of Zakat distributed to a family facing financial hardship due to injury and unemployment in Perth Region, WA

❤️ 25 Aug 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a student facing health challenges and unemployment in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 31 Aug 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing homelessness in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 25 Aug 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a sister facing financial hardship and unemployment in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 26 Aug 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a widowed father with young children in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 28 Aug 2026: $1,200 of Zakat distributed to a family facing eviction due to rent arrears in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 25 Aug 2026: $2,000 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 25 Aug 2026: $185 of Zakat distributed to a refugee family with young children in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 26 Aug 2026: $50 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 25 Aug 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in Adelaide / Inner Western Suburbs, SA

💬 1 Sep 2026: A family facing eviction urgently needs help to pay overdue rent. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 28 Aug 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a student family facing financial hardship in Northern Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 25 Aug 2026: $990 of Zakat distributed to a student facing financial hardship in South East Queensland, QLD

❤️ 28 Aug 2026: $3,545 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing eviction due to rent arrears in Sydney Region, NSW

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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