💬 4 Jun 2026: A revert fleeing domestic violence is sleeping rough and urgently needs food and rent. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 5 Jun 2026: A single mother living as a refugee needs help covering medical examination costs for herself and her children. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 29 May 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 8 Jun 2026: A mother of five fled extreme violence, is pregnant, homeless, and her son has leukaemia. Application from South East Queensland, QLD

❤️ 1 Jun 2026: $3,000 of Zakat distributed to a Gaza-displaced family rebuilding in Australia in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 4 Jun 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 4 Jun 2026: $300 of Zakat distributed to a family facing eviction due to rent arrears in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 5 Jun 2026: A father supporting a family of ten with no income urgently needs help with food and bills. Application from Regional Victoria, VIC

❤️ 29 May 2026: $1,800 of Zakat distributed to a family facing eviction due to rent arrears in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 29 May 2026: $316 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in South Western Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 4 Jun 2026: $1,200 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 4 Jun 2026: $1,500 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 8 Jun 2026: A mother with fibromyalgia unable to work needs help with food and bills for her children. Application from South East Queensland, QLD

💬 6 Jun 2026: A sister who recently reverted to Islam is waiting for Centrelink and needs urgent food and bills support. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 7 Jun 2026: A mother fleeing family violence on a bridging visa needs help with rent, food, and debt. Application from Perth Region, WA

💬 4 Jun 2026: A family in Victoria urgently needs a fridge, heater, glasses, and help with bills. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 29 May 2026: $800 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 29 May 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a family facing eviction due to rent arrears in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 4 Jun 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a family escaping domestic violence in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 29 May 2026: $4,520 of Zakat distributed to a brother recovering from heart surgery in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 29 May 2026: $800 of Zakat distributed to a family facing eviction due to rent arrears in Northern Suburbs, VIC

💬 5 Jun 2026: A sister with complex mental health needs and no ID is facing homelessness today. Application from Western Suburbs, VIC

❤️ 4 Jun 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a sister facing health challenges and unemployment in Illawarra Region, NSW

💬 5 Jun 2026: A mother and student whose husband lost their car in an accident urgently needs rent and food. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 5 Jun 2026: A tenant facing eviction due to rent arrears needs help to remedy the breach notice. Application from Southern Suburbs, QLD

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

❤️ 1 Jun 2026: $855 of Zakat distributed to a Gaza-displaced family rebuilding in Australia in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 5 Jun 2026: A sister on Centrelink seeks help with interpreting course fees to gain employment. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 5 Jun 2026: A brother referred by ICV needs help with rent and clothing essentials. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 1 Jun 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 4 Jun 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a sister facing health challenges and unemployment in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 1 Jun 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a single mother in financial hardship in South Western Suburbs, NSW

💬 5 Jun 2026: A brother whose Centrelink payment stopped needs furniture, food, and medication after moving house. Application from South Western Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 1 Jun 2026: $1,200 of Zakat distributed to a single mother in financial hardship in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 4 Jun 2026: A medical graduate supporting his mother on Centrelink needs exam fees to gain registration. Application from South East Queensland, QLD

💬 4 Jun 2026: A mother of four including a child with severe disability needs help with housing costs. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 8 Jun 2026: A family on Centrelink with children in Islamic school is struggling with high fees and rent. Application from Perth Region, WA

❤️ 29 May 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 7 Jun 2026: A single mother fleeing domestic violence needs urgent help with refuge rent and living expenses. Application from Perth Region, WA

💬 8 Jun 2026: A brother recently divorced and relocated was left homeless and jobless after being cheated. Application from South Eastern Suburbs, VIC

❤️ 29 May 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 7 Jun 2026: A brother supporting his family after a car accident needs help with rental car costs and bills. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 4 Jun 2026: A single mother with young children facing rent and bills after a relationship breakdown needs support. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 7 Jun 2026: A separated mother is struggling to cover her bills and household expenses. Application from Regional Victoria, VIC

💬 4 Jun 2026: A mother fleeing domestic violence after 18 years is in temporary accommodation and needs housing. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 29 May 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in South Western Suburbs, NSW

💬 4 Jun 2026: A brother made redundant and awaiting Centrelink is two months behind on rent. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 5 Jun 2026: A father with a three year old son struggles with rent and bills while his wife recovers. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 7 Jun 2026: A single mother of two expecting her third child needs help with Quran classes and groceries. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 1 Jun 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a family facing eviction due to rent arrears in South Western Suburbs, NSW

💬 4 Jun 2026: A student near Sydney Airport needs a vehicle to earn income through rideshare while studying. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 4 Jun 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in Adelaide / Inner Western Suburbs, SA

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

❤️ 5 Jun 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a family facing homelessness in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 1 Jun 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 4 Jun 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a family facing homelessness in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 29 May 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a single mother in financial hardship in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 4 Jun 2026: $2,000 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 1 Jun 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a sister facing health challenges and unemployment in Illawarra Region, NSW

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.

Names and places may have been changed to protect the identity of clients where appropriate.

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