💬 18 Mar 2026: "Asylum seeker with no income and no government support struggling to meet basic needs." Application from Western Suburbs, VIC

❤️ 19 Mar 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a family facing serious medical hardship in Adelaide, SA

❤️ 13 Mar 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a widowed mother caring for young children in Southern Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 19 Mar 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a refugee family in Western Suburbs, NSW

💬 19 Mar 2026: "Since my arrival, I have been working hard to establish a stable life for my family." Application from Western Suburbs, VIC

💬 18 Mar 2026: "Due to my health condition, I am struggling to support my daily living expenses and medical needs." Application from Regional VIC

💬 20 Mar 2026: "Facing severe financial hardship and unable to meet basic needs for myself and my family." Application from Western Suburbs, VIC

❤️ 17 Mar 2026: $1,200 of Zakat distributed to a family facing serious medical hardship in Southern Suburbs, NSW

💬 20 Mar 2026: "I can’t afford to feed my daughter, I can’t pay rent and I haven’t paid it in a few weeks." Application from Western Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 19 Mar 2026: $1,200 of Zakat distributed to a displaced family from Gaza resettling in Australia in South Western Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 13 Mar 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a family facing serious medical hardship in Western Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 13 Mar 2026: $900 of Zakat distributed to a family facing serious medical hardship in Northern Suburbs, VIC

❤️ 19 Mar 2026: $2,970 of Zakat distributed to a family facing serious medical hardship in Brisbane, QLD

❤️ 19 Mar 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in South Eastern Suburbs, VIC

💬 18 Mar 2026: "I hope we can get some help urgently as we have Been struggling greatly." Application from Western Suburbs, VIC

❤️ 19 Mar 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a family facing serious medical hardship in Northern Suburbs, VIC

💬 19 Mar 2026: "We're struggling to pay our bills; we just moved to a new house, and we have so many problems." Application from Hunter Region, NSW

❤️ 17 Mar 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a single mother and her children in Western Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 19 Mar 2026: $2,654 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Western Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 19 Mar 2026: $1,200 of Zakat distributed to a family facing serious medical hardship in Western Suburbs, NSW

💬 19 Mar 2026: "If I can get some help for rent and some foods and clothes please." Application from Northern Suburbs, WA

💬 19 Mar 2026: "Returning Gazan with elderly parents and baby requesting cost of living support." Application from South Western Suburbs, NSW

💬 20 Mar 2026: "I am currently unemployed and have no regular income." Application from Western Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 19 Mar 2026: $600 of Zakat distributed to a single mother and her children in Inner West, NSW

❤️ 17 Mar 2026: $400 of Zakat distributed to a displaced family from Gaza resettling in Australia in Western Suburbs, VIC

💬 19 Mar 2026: "Struggling to pay rent and facing possible eviction while trying to support my family." Application from Western Suburbs, NSW

💬 19 Mar 2026: "As a result, I have fallen behind on my rent and am currently experiencing financial hardship." Application from Western Suburbs, VIC

❤️ 13 Mar 2026: $2,216 of Zakat distributed to a homeless family in crisis in Northern Suburbs, VIC

💬 21 Mar 2026: "Assalam waalaykum, Need help with rent asap, i am behind 1 week $680." Application from South Western Suburbs, NSW

💬 19 Mar 2026: "My elderly mother is bedridden and constantly needs medication." Application from Northern Suburbs, VIC

❤️ 13 Mar 2026: $4,780 of Zakat distributed to a homeless family in crisis in South Eastern Suburbs, VIC

💬 19 Mar 2026: "With Education and experiencing family violence as well as coming out of prison." Application from South Eastern Suburbs, VIC

💬 18 Mar 2026: "Struggling to pay rent and facing possible eviction while trying to support my family." Application from Inner Northern Suburbs, VIC

❤️ 19 Mar 2026: $1,100 of Zakat distributed to a domestic violence survivor in Northern Suburbs, SA

💬 18 Mar 2026: "I'm reaching out because I desperately need emergency help and I don't have anyone else to ask." Application from Southern Suburbs, QLD

❤️ 17 Mar 2026: $900 of Zakat distributed to a family facing serious medical hardship in Southern Suburbs, NSW

💬 22 Mar 2026: "Facing severe financial hardship and unable to meet basic needs for myself and my family." Application from South Western Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 13 Mar 2026: $1,033.73 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Regional NSW

❤️ 13 Mar 2026: $1,200 of Zakat distributed to a refugee family in Northern Suburbs, VIC

💬 20 Mar 2026: "My wife is currently pregnant and due very soon." Application from South Eastern Suburbs, VIC

❤️ 13 Mar 2026: $400 of Zakat distributed to an international student in financial hardship in South Western Suburbs, QLD

❤️ 19 Mar 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a refugee family in Western Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 19 Mar 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a widowed mother caring for young children in Gold Coast, QLD

💬 18 Mar 2026: "I have been scammed by someone for over a year, costing me more than my 2025 income ($18,140.45)." Application from South Eastern Suburbs, VIC

❤️ 19 Mar 2026: $420 of Zakat distributed to an asylum seeker and single mother in South Eastern Suburbs, VIC

❤️ 13 Mar 2026: $4,561 of Zakat distributed to a single mother and her children in Northern Suburbs, VIC

💬 18 Mar 2026: "I have to do a surgery that costs $5000." Application from Northern Growth Corridor, VIC

❤️ 19 Mar 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a family facing serious medical hardship in Western Suburbs, NSW

💬 18 Mar 2026: "Facing severe financial hardship and unable to meet basic needs for myself and my family." Application from Northern Suburbs, SA

💬 18 Mar 2026: "I'm in hard financial hardship , and i need for Rent." Application from Northern Suburbs, VIC

❤️ 19 Mar 2026: $1,200 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in South Western Suburbs, NSW

💬 19 Mar 2026: "Facing severe financial hardship and unable to meet basic needs for myself and my family." Application from South Western Suburbs, QLD

💬 18 Mar 2026: "I am currently struggling financially and finding it very difficult to meet everyday expenses." Application from Inner Northern Suburbs, VIC

💬 18 Mar 2026: "I had an injury back in 2023 at workplace and i am struggling from 2023." Application from Northern Suburbs, VIC

💬 19 Mar 2026: "Struggling to pay rent and facing possible eviction while trying to support my family." Application from Eastern Suburbs, NSW

💬 20 Mar 2026: "Homeless and facing severe financial hardship with no income or stable accommodation." Application from Eastern Suburbs, WA

❤️ 17 Mar 2026: $800 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Northern Suburbs, VIC

❤️ 19 Mar 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a family facing eviction in South Western Suburbs, NSW

💬 18 Mar 2026: "I arrived in Australia on 24/10/2025 after the war on Gaza ended, and I have four children." Application from Northern Suburbs, VIC

💬 18 Mar 2026: "He has no where to live currently and has been staying at hotels arranged by people for him." Application from Brisbane, QLD

💬 19 Mar 2026: "My family has no stable jobs, we have a big debt due to our rent and bills." Application from Northern Suburbs, VIC

💬 18 Mar 2026: "In 2024, I ended a domestic violence relationship amd was left as a single mum with 5 children living in my home." Application from Australia, VIC

❤️ 17 Mar 2026: $1,500 of Zakat distributed to a family facing serious medical hardship in South Western Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 17 Mar 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a widowed mother caring for young children in Western Suburbs, VIC

❤️ 19 Mar 2026: $2,116 of Zakat distributed to a homeless family in crisis in Northern Suburbs, NSW

💬 22 Mar 2026: "I am homeless and in extreme financial hardshup." Application from Northern Suburbs, VIC

❤️ 17 Mar 2026: $13,000 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in South Eastern Suburbs, VIC

❤️ 13 Mar 2026: $800 of Zakat distributed to a family facing serious medical hardship in South Western Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 19 Mar 2026: $900 of Zakat distributed to a family facing serious medical hardship in Northern Suburbs, VIC

❤️ 13 Mar 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a displaced family from Gaza resettling in Australia in South Eastern Suburbs, VIC

❤️ 19 Mar 2026: $1,200 of Zakat distributed to a refugee family in Northern Suburbs, SA

💬 19 Mar 2026: "Currently, I do not have any source of income and I am not receiving any support from Centrelink." Application from South Western Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 13 Mar 2026: $400 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Inner Northern Suburbs, VIC

💬 22 Mar 2026: "Struggling to pay rent and facing possible eviction while trying to support my family." Application from Western Suburbs, NSW

💬 18 Mar 2026: "Struggling to pay rent and facing possible eviction while trying to support my family." Application from South Western Suburbs, NSW

💬 18 Mar 2026: "I also have a debt which I’m paying and I’m on hardship plans for my gas and electricity." Application from South Western Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 19 Mar 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a displaced family from Gaza resettling in Australia in Southern Suburbs, WA

💬 21 Mar 2026: "International medical school student facing several financial hardships in his final year." Application from South Eastern Suburbs, VIC

❤️ 19 Mar 2026: $800 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in South Western Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 17 Mar 2026: $1,471 of Zakat distributed to a family facing serious medical hardship in Australia, SA

💬 20 Mar 2026: "Facing severe financial hardship and unable to meet basic needs for myself and my family." Application from South Western Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 13 Mar 2026: $900 of Zakat distributed to a refugee family in South Western Suburbs, NSW

💬 18 Mar 2026: "Facing severe financial hardship and unable to meet basic needs for myself and my family." Application from Northern Suburbs, VIC

Struggling to Find Shelter

June 7, 2024

Sam had always been punctual with his rent, but just a few weeks behind was enough to get him evicted. Now, with nowhere to go and no one to turn to, he found himself living in his car. Embarrassed by his situation, he couldn’t bring himself to ask friends or family for help. The weather was getting colder, and Sam knew this couldn’t last.

Despite having a stable job, the rising cost of living made it impossible for Sam to save enough for a new rental bond, first month’s rent, and essentials. The housing market was tough, and every attempt to find a new place seemed impossible.

The car was cramped and uncomfortable. Desperation drove Sam to seek help, and that’s when he found NZF. Understanding his urgent situation, Sam’s application was fast tracked as he needed a safe, comfortable place to sleep. He was placed in crisis accommodation while a more permanent solution was found.

Within a few days, a rental was secured thanks to a local real estate agent who realised the urgency. Thanks to your Zakat, Sam’s bond, rent, and essentials were covered. He could finally move into a warm, stable home. Sam was back on his feet, ready to rebuild his life with a newfound sense of hope and stability.

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

Crisis Accommodation

Providing Muslims temporary accommodation in times of need.

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