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❤️ 9 Nov 2026: $240 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 9 Nov 2026: $4,725 of Zakat distributed to a Gaza-displaced family rebuilding in Australia in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 9 Nov 2026: $7,000 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Australia

💬 8 Nov 2026: A sister who fled domestic violence and is in temporary accommodation needs help with food and rent. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 9 Nov 2026: $600 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 6 Nov 2026: A mother of two with a casual-earning husband is struggling to pay overdue bills. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 9 Nov 2026: A pregnant mother of six needs medical care for her son, nappies, and school supplies. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 9 Nov 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in South Western Suburbs, NSW

💬 9 Nov 2026: A single mother in temporary housing after leaving a shelter needs furniture and help with rent. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 9 Nov 2026: A mother with early Parkinson's disease needs groceries and utilities after paying for medical tests. Application from South Western Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 9 Nov 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a single mother in financial hardship in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 10 Nov 2026: A brother recently released from prison needs urgent help with rent, groceries, clothing, and essentials. Application from Perth Region, WA

💬 9 Nov 2026: A brother awaiting a protection visa decision without work rights is struggling to afford food and groceries. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 10 Nov 2026: A father recently granted custody of five children faces eviction and urgently needs housing. Application from South East Queensland, QLD

💬 10 Nov 2026: A young sister fleeing family violence urgently needs housing and relocation costs. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 2 Nov 2026: $400 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 7 Nov 2026: A jobseeker spending most of his Centrelink payment on rent is struggling to afford food. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 6 Nov 2026: A brother recovering from workplace injury and knee surgery needs urgent help with rent and medical costs. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 9 Nov 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 3 Nov 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 9 Nov 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in South East Queensland, QLD

💬 9 Nov 2026: A carer for his wife is facing utility disconnection after struggling to manage bills and food. Application from Adelaide Region, SA

💬 7 Nov 2026: A single mother caring for a son in rehabilitation cannot afford rent, medical care, or bills. Application from South Western Suburbs, NSW

💬 6 Nov 2026: A single mother of four without child support needs help with overdue rent and bills. Application from Perth Region, WA

❤️ 3 Nov 2026: $800 of Zakat distributed to a widowed mother with young children in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 7 Nov 2026: A mother fleeing domestic violence urgently needs bond and rent for safe housing. Application from South Western Suburbs, NSW

💬 10 Nov 2026: A young person fleeing family violence is seeking emergency accommodation and bond assistance. Application from Perth Region, WA

❤️ 9 Nov 2026: $2,000 of Zakat distributed to a refugee family with young children in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 9 Nov 2026: $3,000 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in South Western Suburbs, NSW

💬 9 Nov 2026: A mother and her two daughters who recently arrived as refugees need furniture and household essentials. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 8 Nov 2026: A mother with an unwell husband is struggling with childcare fees and debts. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 3 Nov 2026: $1,500 of Zakat distributed to a family facing eviction due to rent arrears in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 10 Nov 2026: A single mother of two young daughters fleeing domestic violence is struggling with rent and living expenses. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 10 Nov 2026: A mother seeking asylum recently lost income support and urgently needs rent assistance. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 9 Nov 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a Gaza-displaced family rebuilding in Australia in Southern Suburbs, QLD

❤️ 3 Nov 2026: $2,000 of Zakat distributed to a family facing eviction due to rent arrears in Perth Region, WA

❤️ 9 Nov 2026: $2,020 of Zakat distributed to a widowed mother with young children in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 3 Nov 2026: $2,000 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 9 Nov 2026: $2,000 of Zakat distributed to a Gaza-displaced family rebuilding in Australia in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 9 Nov 2026: $800 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 9 Nov 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 9 Nov 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a widowed mother with young children in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 10 Nov 2026: A sister who is unemployed is struggling to pay rent and cover groceries and basic expenses. Application from Perth Region, WA

❤️ 9 Nov 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a refugee family with young children in South East Queensland, QLD

❤️ 9 Nov 2026: $1,200 of Zakat distributed to a single mother caring for a child with special needs in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 6 Nov 2026: A mother with a young toddler going through divorce needs support while working limited hours. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 10 Nov 2026: A single mother unable to work due to illness is struggling to support her daughter. Application from Perth Region, WA

💬 20 Oct 2026: A young mother fleeing violence with her infant needs bond and rent while on a student visa. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 31 Oct 2026: $800 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 9 Nov 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a single mother in financial hardship in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 9 Nov 2026: $3,000 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 10 Nov 2026: A single mother was recently divorced and cannot afford rent and bills on part-time wages. Application from South Western Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 9 Nov 2026: $1,200 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Northern Suburbs, VIC

💬 10 Nov 2026: A brother leaving prison after 24 months has no housing or essentials. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 3 Nov 2026: $200 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 9 Nov 2026: $2,600 of Zakat distributed to a family facing eviction due to rent arrears in South Western Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 9 Nov 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a single mother in financial hardship in South East Queensland, QLD

❤️ 9 Nov 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a family with a member with disability in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 9 Nov 2026: $800 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in Northern Suburbs, VIC

❤️ 3 Nov 2026: $2,800 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 9 Nov 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 31 Oct 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 3 Nov 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a family affected by chronic illness in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 10 Nov 2026: A brother who converted to Islam in prison is being released and urgently needs housing. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 9 Nov 2026: $1,500 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Adelaide Region, SA

❤️ 9 Nov 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Australia

💬 10 Nov 2026: A refugee family of eight arrived from Syria four months ago and urgently needs food. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 9 Nov 2026: $750 of Zakat distributed to a refugee family with young children in Perth Region, WA

❤️ 9 Nov 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 9 Nov 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Northern Suburbs, VIC

❤️ 9 Nov 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a refugee family with young children in South East Queensland, QLD

💬 9 Nov 2026: A young mother fleeing domestic violence with her baby urgently needs safe housing. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 9 Nov 2026: $1,500 of Zakat distributed to a single mother in financial hardship in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 9 Nov 2026: $1,200 of Zakat distributed to a refugee family with young children in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 10 Nov 2026: A brother leaving prison in three weeks urgently needs housing and support. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 6 Nov 2026: A mother fleeing domestic violence is struggling to cover rent and essential living expenses. Application from South East Queensland, QLD

💬 13 Oct 2026: A sister with complex PTSD and no family support is struggling to cover rent and living costs. Application from South Western Suburbs, NSW

💬 9 Nov 2026: A Palestinian brother living in a tent is struggling to afford accommodation, bills, and basic hygiene items. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 9 Nov 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in Australia

💬 10 Nov 2026: A mother with a newborn seeking support while her husband and three children remain overseas. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 9 Nov 2026: $3,000 of Zakat distributed to a family escaping domestic violence in Melbourne Region, 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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