Stay Connected and Inspire Change with Al-Ihsan

Is my donation tax-deductible?

Yes, Al Ihsan Foundation is a registered charity in Australia. All donations of $2 and over are tax-deductible. You will...

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Will I receive a receipt for my donation?

Yes.Receipts are issued automatically for online don

How can I stay updated on the impact of my donation?

We share regular updates on our website, via email, and on social media.

What if I have a concern or feedback?

We welcome questions, concerns, and feedback.You can contact us via:<span clas

What happens if aid delivery is delayed?

In some contexts, aid delivery may be delayed due to:<span style="color: black;"

Does Al-Ihsan Foundation work with partners on the ground?

Yes. We work with experienced and trusted partners who:<s

Can I choose how my donation is used?

Yes. Many of our campaigns allow you to:Select a spe

Where does my donation go?

Your donation is used to support humanitarian aid and community programs based on need.<

How does Al-Ihsan Foundation deliver aid?

Al-Ihsan Foundation delivers aid through trusted local partners in the communities we serve.</s

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Can I make a bank transfer donation?

Yes. You can donate to Al-Ihsan Foundation via bank transfer.Bank Details<span class="ql-ui" c

What ways can I donate or pay?

We offer several secure ways to donate:Credit or deb

How can I contact Al-Ihsan Foundation?

You can contact us by:Email: <a href="mailto:

What are your office hours?

Our office hours are:Monday to Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm <span style=

Who is Al-Ihsan Foundation?

Al-Ihsan Foundation is a humanitarian charity committed to serving communities facing hardship, poverty, displacement, a...

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Can I pay Fidya or Kaffarah online?

Yes. You can fulfill both through Al-Ihsan Foundation, funds are used to distribute hot meals to needy families.

I’m unsure if Kaffarah applies to me. What should I do?

If you’re unsure:Do not assume Kaffarah is required<

Do I still need to repent if I perform Kaffarah?

Yes. Kaffarah does not replace repentance.A person should:<span class="ql-ui"

What if I cannot fulfil the Kaffarah for an oath?

If none of the above options are possible, then:Fa

What is Kaffarah for breaking an oath or vow?

Kaffarah for breaking an oath or vow is different from fasting Kaffarah.<

Does Kaffarah apply to accidental or forgetful actions?

No.If you forgot you were fasting, your fast remains

What if I cannot fast 60 days for Kaffarah?

If fasting is genuinely not possible, Kaffarah may be fulfilled by <strong style="color:

What is the Kaffarah for breaking a Ramadan fast?

The primary Kaffarah is:Fasting 60 consecutive days<span class="ql-ui" contenteditabl

What is Qada and how is it different from Kaffarah?

Qada means making up the missed day of fasting.</

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What actions require Kaffarah for breaking a Ramadan fast?

If done knowingly and by choice while fasting in Ramadan, the following require both Qada and Kaffarah:<span class="ql-u...

When is Kaffarah required?

1. Deliberately breaking a fast during RamadanThis applies when a person:<span class="ql-ui" contentedita

What is Kaffarah?

Kaffarah is an Islamic expiation required when a serious religious obligation is knowingly and deliberately broken.I

What if missed fasts have accumulated over many years?

If a woman has missed many fasts over several years due to repeated pregnancy and breastfeeding

What is required if the fast is broken?

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When is it permitted to break the fast?

A pregnant or breastfeeding woman may break her fast if she reasonably fears harm, either:</spa

Does Fidyah apply to pregnant or breastfeeding women?

Pregnant and breastfeeding women are required to fast in Ramadan.However, Islam recognises situations where fasting

Can someone else pay Fidyah on my behalf?

Yes. Fidyah may be paid by:A family member</l

When should Fidyah be paid?

Fidyah should be given within Ramadan so that those in need can benefit during the holy month. If someone knows they can...

Can I pay Fidyah in advance?

Yes. If a person knows they will be unable to fast for the entire month, Fidyah may be:

How much Fidyah do I need to pay?

Fidyah is paid per missed fast.The amount

Who does NOT need to pay Fidyah?

Fidyah does not apply to people who miss fasts due to temp

Who needs to pay Fidyah?

Fidyah applies to people who cannot fast due to a long-ter

What is Fidyah?

Fidyah is a charitable payment made when a person is unable to fast and has no realistic ability to make up the fast lat...

How does Al-Ihsan distribute it?

We use Zakat al-Fiṭr funds to provide staple food for widows, orphans, and families in crisis before Eid, so they too ca...

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What if I forget to pay Zakat al-Fitr before Eid?

If missed:Pay it as soon as possible<li

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When should Zakat al-Fitr be paid?

Zakat al-Fitr must be paid:Before the Eid prayer</

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How much is Zakat al-Fitr?

Zakat al-Fitr is based on a set quantity of staple food, traditionally:<li data-

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Who does NOT have to give Zakat al-Fitr?

Zakat al-Fitr is not required from:<span class="ql-ui" co

Who must give Zakat al-Fitr?

Zakat al-Fitr is required from:Every Muslim who has

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What is Zakat al‑Fitr?

Zakat al-Fiṭr (also called Fiṭrah) is a mandatory charity given at the end of Ramadan.<br

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Where does my zakat go with Al-Ihsan Foundation?

Al‑Ihsan Foundation distributes Zakat in accordance with the categories mentioned in the Qur’an - Surah At‑Tawbah 9:60, ...

Can Zakat be given as Ṣadaqah?

No.Zakat must be given with the intention of Zakat</

What is Ṣadaqah?

Ṣadaqah is voluntary charity.<s

What is Zakat?

Zakat is a mandatory obligation for eligible Muslims.It is:<span class="ql-ui"

What is the difference between Ṣadaqah and Zakat?

Both Ṣadaqah and Zakat are forms of charity in Islam, but they are not the same. The key difference lies in obligation, ...

Why is Zakat so central in Islam?

Zakat:Purifies your wealth<li data-list=

What if I missed Zakat from previous years?

Missed Zakat remains owed and must be repaid once remembered or realised. Rights owed to Allah are not waived by time.

Are agricultural products zakatable?

Yes.10% if na

Does Zakat reduce wealth?

No. Zakat brings barakah and protection.

What happens if someone refuses to pay Zakat?

Deliberately refusing Zakat while believing it is obligatory is a major sin.

Can Zakat be delayed once it is due?

No. Zakat should be paid promptly once due. Delaying without a valid reason is sinful.

Where does my zakat go with Al-Ihsan?

Your zakat is distributed to those eligible under Qur’an 9:60, including the poor, the needy, orphans, widows, displaced...

Who can receive Zakat?

Allah has specified eight categories of recipients.<strong style="colo

What if my wealth fluctuates during the year?

As long as wealth does not fall below nisab, Zakat remains due at the end of the lunar year.

Can debts I owe reduce my Zakat?

Yes. Immediate and payable debts may be deducted before calculating Zakat.

Is money owed to me zakatable?

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Is Zakat due on superannuation or retirement funds?

Zakat is due only when funds are accessible. If funds cannot be withdrawn, Zakat is not required until access is possibl...

Is Zakat due on rental property?

The property itself is not zakatable, but saved rental income is.

Are shares and investments zakatable?

Yes, depending on intention:Trading sha

Is Zakat due on business assets?

Yes. Zakat is due on business inventory, trade goods, and business cash, calculated at market value.

Which opinion is stronger?

Many scholars concluded that the stronger opinion is that Zakah is obligatory on gold and silver jewellery, whether worn...

Why is there a difference of opinion?

All scholars agree that Zakah is obligatory on:<span style="color: bl

Is Zakah applicable on gold and silver jewellery that is worn?

There is a difference of scholarly opinion, but the stronger and safer view is that Zakah is due on gold and silver jewe...

Do children have to pay Zakat?

Scholars differ. Many scholars hold that if a child owns zakatable wealth (cash, gold, etc.), Zakat should still be paid...

Do husband and wife calculate Zakat together?

Zakat is individual. Husband and wife should calculate separately based on what each person own

What assets are NOT included in Zakat?

You don’t pay Zakat on personal necessities, such as:<span style="col

What assets are included in Zakat?

Zakat typically includes:Cash and savings

How much Zakat must be paid?

For most assets, Zakat is 2.5% (1/40).

Is Zakat calculated on income, or on what I have?

Zakat is not a tax on your salary. It’s calculated on what you still own (your zakatable wealth

Can I choose a fixed date each year for my Zakat?

Yes. Many people choose a meaningful Islamic date (like Ramadan or Muharram) as their annual reminder, as long as you’re...

Do all Muslims pay Zakat on the same date?

No, Zakat isn’t like Ramadan where everyone starts together. Your Zakat date is personal. It’s based on the day your wea...

What does hawl (one lunar year) mean?

Ḥawl means zakatable wealth must remain above the nisab for one full Islamic (lunar) year. If wealth falls below nisab, ...

Should Nisab be calculated using gold or silver?

Both are valid. Many scholars recommend using silver today, as it benefits the poor and aligns with the purpose of Zakat...

What is Nisab?

Nisab is the minimum amount of wealth a person must own before Zakat becomes obligatory. It was

Who is required to pay Zakat al-Maal?

Zakat is obligatory upon a Muslim who:Own

Is Zakat al-Maal compulsory in Islam?

Yes. Zakat is one of the Five Pillars of Islam and is obligatory upon every Muslim who meets it

What is Zakat al-Maal?

Zakat al-Maal is an obligatory act of worship. It’s the part of our wealth Allah has assigned

What is Eid al-Fitr?

Eid al-Fitr is the celebration that marks the end of Ramadan. It’s a day of gratitude,thanking Allah for allowing us to ...

What is the reward for feeding a fasting person?

Feeding a fasting person is one of the most beloved deeds in Ramadan. The Prophet ﷺ taught that the one who provides ift...

Can I make du’a in my own language?

Yes - scholars agree that personal du‘a can be made in any language, especially outside the formal prayer.

What is the best du’a to make on Laylat al‑Qadr?

Aisha (ra) asked the Prophet ﷺ what to say if she finds Laylat al‑Qadr. He ﷺ replied: <strong style="color: b

What should I do on Laylat al‑Qadr?

Recommended acts of worship include:Qiy

When is Laylat al‑Qadr?

The Prophet ﷺ instructed us to seek it in the last ten nights of Ramadan, especially the odd nights. Many Muslims increa...

Why is Laylat al‑Qadr so important?

Because worship on this night is worth more than 1,000 months of reward. It is the most spiritu

What is Laylat al‑Qadr?

Laylat al‑Qadr, also known as the Night of Power, is the most blessed night of Ramadan, when the Qur’an was first reveal...

What is Tarawih prayer?

Tarawih is a voluntary night prayer prayed in congregation during Ramadan after Isha. It’s a beautiful way to revive the...

What is Iftar?

Iftar is breaking the fast at sunset (Maghrib). The Sunnah is to break the fast promptly, and to keep it simple, often w...

What is Suhoor?

Suhoor is the meal eaten before Fajr (dawn). It carries ba

What are the Sunnah acts of Ramadan?

Eating suhoor<span c

What is Taqwah?

Taqwah is living with awareness of Allah ﷻ,guarding your heart, actions, and intentions. It means choosing what pleases ...

What is the purpose of fasting?

The purpose is to attain taqwah , Allah ‑consciousness, discipline, and spiritual purification.

When does Ramadan start and end?

Ramadan follows the lunar (Hijri) calendar, which is based on the sighting of the moon. Because