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❤️ 28 Sep 2026: $2,000 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Sydney Region, NSW

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

💬 29 Sep 2026: A homeless single mother of one urgently needs legal costs to prevent her son being taken overseas. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 29 Sep 2026: A single mother of two with depression and knee injuries needs help with rent, moving costs, and medical expenses. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 24 Sep 2026: $800 of Zakat distributed to a family affected by chronic illness in Inner Western Suburbs, VIC

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

💬 27 Sep 2026: A deaf father of five is struggling to connect with the Muslim community and needs support. Application from Australia

💬 29 Sep 2026: A family needs help with car tyres and registration to maintain transport. Application from South East Queensland, QLD

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

❤️ 22 Sep 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a family facing eviction due to rent arrears in Melbourne Region, VIC

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

❤️ 25 Sep 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a single mother in financial hardship in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 29 Sep 2026: A father from Afghanistan experiencing financial difficulty needs employment support due to language barriers. Application from Australia

💬 28 Sep 2026: A brother diagnosed with cancer four months ago has been unable to work and needs assistance. Application from South East Queensland, QLD

💬 29 Sep 2026: A divorced sister with a teenage son needs car repairs to secure employment after leaving her business. Application from Adelaide Region, SA

💬 14 Sep 2026: A brother injured at work and now homeless urgently needs food and reading glasses. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 25 Sep 2026: A mother with diabetes and chronic kidney disease is isolated and lonely since her daughter passed away. Application from Northern Suburbs, VIC

❤️ 25 Sep 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 28 Sep 2026: A single mother with a special needs son has no income or furniture while waiting for Centrelink. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

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

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

❤️ 25 Sep 2026: $2,000 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 22 Sep 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 28 Sep 2026: A mother of three studying aged care while unable to work needs help with food and utilities. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 28 Sep 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a single mother in emergency shelter in South Western Suburbs, NSW

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

❤️ 28 Sep 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a single mother caring for a child with special needs in Western Suburbs, VIC

❤️ 28 Sep 2026: $200 of Zakat distributed to a family facing eviction due to rent arrears in South Western Suburbs, NSW

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

💬 27 Sep 2026: A single mother of four who is unemployed is two months behind on rent and facing eviction. Application from Australia

❤️ 22 Sep 2026: $1,500 of Zakat distributed to a student family facing financial hardship in Perth Region, WA

❤️ 28 Sep 2026: $7,300 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Western Suburbs, VIC

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

💬 29 Sep 2026: A brother struggling with essential expenses cannot afford enough food and groceries. Application from Northern Suburbs, SA

❤️ 25 Sep 2026: $3,335 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 25 Sep 2026: $878 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in South Western Suburbs, NSW

💬 14 Sep 2026: A pregnant single mother fleeing domestic violence is homeless and needs urgent help with food and shelter. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 29 Sep 2026: A single mother with no family support in Australia needs help with living expenses during divorce. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 28 Sep 2026: A sister new to Australia cannot afford prescription glasses essential for daily safety and independence. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 22 Sep 2026: $2,000 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 28 Sep 2026: $2,400 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Sydney Region, NSW

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

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

❤️ 25 Sep 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing homelessness and health challenges in Australia

❤️ 28 Sep 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a Gaza-displaced family rebuilding in Australia in South Western Suburbs, NSW

💬 14 Sep 2026: A mother fleeing domestic violence with two sons needs bond and rent after sudden separation. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

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

❤️ 25 Sep 2026: $2,000 of Zakat distributed to a single mother facing eviction due to rent arrears in Perth Region, WA

❤️ 25 Sep 2026: $1,200 of Zakat distributed to a refugee family with young children in Melbourne Region, VIC

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

💬 28 Sep 2026: A father caring for his disabled wife needs support for food and medical costs while separated from his children. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

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

💬 3 Sep 2026: A brother with a serious medical condition on a bridging visa needs rent and food support. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 22 Sep 2026: $670 of Zakat distributed to a single mother caring for a child with special needs in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 28 Sep 2026: A brother whose construction work has dried up cannot afford food, bills, or furniture after his wife left. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 25 Sep 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in South Western Suburbs, NSW

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

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

💬 28 Sep 2026: A father injured in a car accident is homeless while waiting for tenants to vacate his home. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 22 Sep 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 22 Sep 2026: $2,000 of Zakat distributed to a single mother caring for a child with special needs in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 22 Sep 2026: A grandmother raising four abandoned grandchildren on aged pension needs ongoing food and essentials. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 25 Sep 2026: $1,800 of Zakat distributed to a widowed mother with young children in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 28 Sep 2026: A single mother supporting her son overseas is struggling to afford food, bills, and essentials. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 26 Sep 2026: A brother who is unemployed is struggling to cover outstanding bills. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

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

💬 29 Sep 2026: A single mother of five fleeing domestic violence received an eviction notice and needs help with rent. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 22 Sep 2026: $4,500 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Perth Region, WA

💬 25 Sep 2026: A mother of two fleeing domestic violence needs help with bond and rent to secure stable housing. Application from Australia

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

💬 28 Sep 2026: A widowed father of three with severe health issues needs food and bills covered while awaiting disability support. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 29 Sep 2026: A brother who recently reverted to Islam is homeless in Hobart and needs help with food and rent. Application from Tasmania

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

❤️ 25 Sep 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a sister facing health challenges and unemployment in Illawarra Region, NSW

❤️ 24 Sep 2026: $600 of Zakat distributed to a family affected by chronic illness in Inner Western Suburbs, VIC

❤️ 25 Sep 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 22 Sep 2026: A separated father of four had his car stolen with all his belongings and needs funds to release it. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 25 Sep 2026: A family with no English is struggling with food and essential household items. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 29 Sep 2026: A father from Afghanistan experiencing financial difficulty needs employment support due to language barriers. Application from Australia

💬 28 Sep 2026: A brother who recently regained his license needs help with vehicle registration costs. Application from South Western Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 28 Sep 2026: $1,500 of Zakat distributed to a pregnant sister with no income in Northern Suburbs, VIC

Shouldering the Burden

June 28, 2023

Zahir, a hardworking teenage student, found himself facing an overwhelming situation. He had been sharing a home with his brother, who recently got married and moved out. Suddenly, Zahir was left shouldering the burden of paying rent, bills, daily living expenses, transportation costs, and groceries all on his own.

Struggling to keep up with these financial responsibilities, Zahir found himself falling behind on rent, with two months' worth of arrears piling up. The threat of homelessness loomed closer with each passing day. Feeling desperate, he decided to reach out to NZF for assistance.

Upon receiving Zahir's application, we found he was eligible for Zakat. We provided the necessary financial assistance to pay off all his outstanding debts, and we connected Zahir with a financial counsellor, who helped him to manage his finances.

If you or someone you know is experiencing hardships, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. We are here to provide support and assistance to those in need.

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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