A Mother on Her Own

Manal never imagined she’d be here, raising five children alone with no child support and no one to rely on. Every day is a battle to stretch her Centrelink payments just to cover food, rent, and school supplies. On top of it all, two of her children have special needs, and Manal herself is dealing with ongoing health problems, making it even harder to manage.

When her car broke down, she had no choice but to use her savings for repairs. It was her only way to get to appointments, buy groceries, and care for her children. But fixing it came at a cost—she fell behind on rent, and the fear of eviction became all too real.

With no financial help from her children’s father, no family to turn to, and an income barely covering the basics, Manal felt overwhelmed and alone. But then, she was referred to NZF. After assessing her situation, we found Manal to be Zakat-eligible.

Thanks to your Zakat, she received the rent support she desperately needed, giving her time to catch her breath. Her children were also provided with essential school supplies, easing some of her daily burdens. Your Zakat didn’t just pay her rent—it gave her hope, stability, and a reminder that her community had her back.

Today, Manal is still facing challenges, but she’s no longer facing them alone. She now knows she can turn to NZF whenever she needs support, as her journey continues.