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💬 29 Jun 2026: A student in severe financial need is facing eviction with five weeks rent owing. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 26 Jun 2026: $1,800 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 25 Jun 2026: A father with mental illness and spinal injury cannot afford furniture after an accident. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 19 Jun 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in Adelaide / Inner Western Suburbs, SA

❤️ 19 Jun 2026: $1,500 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 29 Jun 2026: A father whose wife had heart surgery lost his job and faces eviction. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 29 Jun 2026: A mother of five recently arrived from overseas needs housing and essentials while awaiting Centrelink. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 29 Jun 2026: A mother of five recently arrived from overseas with no government support urgently needs housing. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 28 Jun 2026: A mother caring for her daughter with autism needs help with debt after unexpected car repairs. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 19 Jun 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a brother experiencing homelessness in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 19 Jun 2026: $1,500 of Zakat distributed to a Gaza-displaced family rebuilding in Australia in South East Queensland, QLD

❤️ 19 Jun 2026: $1,500 of Zakat distributed to a family facing health challenges and unemployment in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 19 Jun 2026: $2,000 of Zakat distributed to a family affected by chronic illness in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 26 Jun 2026: A sister fleeing domestic violence needs help with vehicle transfer costs to transport her half-sister to school. Application from Perth Region, WA

❤️ 19 Jun 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a refugee family with young children in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 29 Jun 2026: A brother injured in a car accident and unable to work needs help with bills and groceries. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 25 Jun 2026: A family is struggling to cover bills due to insufficient income. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 26 Jun 2026: A student cannot afford bond for housing or the police check and medical tests for her course. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 29 Jun 2026: A brother supporting his unwell wife and extended family lost his job and is overwhelmed by debt. Application from Adelaide Region, SA

❤️ 26 Jun 2026: $10,584 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 29 Jun 2026: A mother recovering from heart surgery faces eviction after her husband lost his job. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 25 Jun 2026: A father who recently arrived in Australia needs furniture and support for his sick daughter. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 19 Jun 2026: $3,400 of Zakat distributed to a widowed mother with young children in South Western Suburbs, NSW

💬 26 Jun 2026: A single mother of two fled domestic violence and urgently needs help with rent arrears to avoid eviction. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 19 Jun 2026: $5,000 of Zakat distributed to a single mother in financial hardship in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 19 Jun 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a widowed mother with young children in South Western Suburbs, NSW

💬 25 Jun 2026: A mother of five young children needs help with bills while her husband is detained. Application from South Western Suburbs, NSW

💬 25 Jun 2026: A brother caring full-time for his mother and sister cannot work and needs help with rent. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 26 Jun 2026: A father of five struggling with debt and utilities needs help with bills and food for his family. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 23 Jun 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a family facing homelessness in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 19 Jun 2026: $2,040 of Zakat distributed to a single mother in financial hardship in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 19 Jun 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 29 Jun 2026: A mother of six with a serious back injury cannot work and is struggling with living and medical costs. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 25 Jun 2026: A father struggling after his wife's benefit rejection needs help with rent and food for his newborn son. Application from South Western Suburbs, NSW

💬 28 Jun 2026: A brother diagnosed with Klinefelter syndrome needs help covering IVF and medical costs. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 26 Jun 2026: $200 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 25 Jun 2026: A brother on Centrelink cannot afford to meet his basic needs and requires assistance. Application from Western Suburbs, NSW

💬 28 Jun 2026: A student lost work rights due to visa delays and faces eviction and course cancellation. Application from Northern Suburbs, NSW

💬 29 Jun 2026: A mother and her husband both lost their jobs and need help with overdue rent, car payments, and food. Application from Perth Region, WA

💬 27 Jun 2026: A family struggling financially needs help covering physiotherapy costs not covered by Medicare. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

A Mother’s Struggle and Support

May 16, 2023

Adilah moved to Australia with hopes and dreams of starting a new life with her husband. She left behind everything she knew and loved, her family, her friends, and her home. It was a difficult decision to make, but she was confident that it was the right one.

However, things did not go as planned. Adilah found herself in a difficult situation when her husband left her and their two-year-old son. She was left alone to fend for herself and her child in a new country, with no one to turn to for help.

Despite the challenges, Adilah remained strong and determined to provide for her child. She worked hard to make ends meet, but it was not enough. Her work hours were reduced, and she struggled to keep up with the bills and other expenses. On top of that, her son had an ongoing medical condition that required constant attention, which made it difficult for her to work full-time.

Adilah's situation was dire, and she desperately needed financial assistance. She had just been granted a partner visa, but she did not receive Centrelink or any other form of assistance. It seemed like she had no one to turn to for help.

Adilah heard of The National Zakat Foundation and applied online, after assessing Adilah, we found she was eligible for Zakat. We stepped in and provided Adilah with much-needed support. We assisted her with rent and groceries, which lifted a huge burden off her shoulders. Adilah was overwhelmed with gratitude and felt blessed to have received such kindness and generosity.

Adilah was struggling to make ends meet, and the assistance she received from the National Zakat Foundation provided her with the much-needed breathing room she needed. With NZF’s support, she was able to focus on taking care of her son and finding ways to improve her financial situation. Despite her best efforts, Adilah knew that she couldn't do it alone. She understood that asking for help was okay and was determined to provide a better future for herself and her child.

If you or someone you know is experiencing financial hardships, please do not hesitate to reach out to us at The National Zakat Foundation (NZF). 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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