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💬 16 Oct 2026: A single mother working part time cannot afford Islamic school fees or her pharmacy licence renewal. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 9 Oct 2026: $1,200 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Northern Suburbs, VIC

💬 16 Oct 2026: A brother behind on rent cares for his unwell wife and cannot cover groceries or bills. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 15 Oct 2026: $1,320 of Zakat distributed to a student family facing financial hardship in South East Queensland, QLD

❤️ 9 Oct 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a family with a member with disability in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 9 Oct 2026: $100 of Zakat distributed to a student family facing financial hardship in South East Queensland, QLD

❤️ 9 Oct 2026: $11,000 of Zakat distributed to a sister in financial hardship in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 15 Oct 2026: $6,600 of Zakat distributed to a single mother in financial hardship in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 15 Oct 2026: A mother facing eviction due to rent arrears urgently needs help to pay overdue rent. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 12 Oct 2026: A family recently arrived in Australia with no income beyond Centrelink needs help with rent and food. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 15 Oct 2026: A single mother of three cannot afford Islamic school fees after bills and rent left her in debt. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 13 Oct 2026: A mother of two on a bridging visa with no work rights needs a fridge urgently. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 15 Oct 2026: $2,000 of Zakat distributed to a family facing eviction due to rent arrears in South Eastern Suburbs, VIC

❤️ 15 Oct 2026: $1,200 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Northern Suburbs, VIC

❤️ 15 Oct 2026: $434 of Zakat distributed to a student family facing financial hardship in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 12 Oct 2026: A brother who lost one of his two jobs is behind on rent and facing eviction. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 15 Oct 2026: $5,000 of Zakat distributed to a family affected by chronic illness in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 15 Oct 2026: $250 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 13 Oct 2026: A sister who lost her job is living temporarily with a friend and struggling with debt. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 15 Oct 2026: $1,080 of Zakat distributed to a family with a member with disability in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 9 Oct 2026: $2,000 of Zakat distributed to a Gaza-displaced family rebuilding in Australia in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 13 Oct 2026: A widow with medical concerns and her children need furniture and appliances for their new home. Application from Australia

❤️ 9 Oct 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a family facing homelessness in Australia

💬 13 Oct 2026: A sister with complex PTSD fleeing abuse needs help with rent and daily expenses. Application from South Western Suburbs, NSW

💬 16 Oct 2026: A brother on disability pension was displaced after his house burned down and urgently needs housing. Application from Perth Region, WA

💬 15 Oct 2026: A brother supporting his family overseas and his wife's parents is struggling to afford food and living expenses. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 13 Oct 2026: A single mother of three on Centrelink is behind on rent and car repairs after fleeing abuse. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 14 Oct 2026: An elderly couple lost everything in a house fire and need bond or rent for new accommodation. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 6 Oct 2026: $449 of Zakat distributed to a family with a member with disability in Australia

❤️ 9 Oct 2026: $1,200 of Zakat distributed to a family affected by chronic illness in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 9 Oct 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a widowed mother with young children in Adelaide / Inner Western Suburbs, SA

💬 14 Oct 2026: A refugee mother of four with her husband studying cannot afford rent and needs help with debt. Application from Northern Suburbs, VIC

💬 14 Oct 2026: A sister struggling with bills after her husband abandoned her needs help with car registration. Application from Northern Suburbs, SA

❤️ 6 Oct 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 12 Oct 2026: A brother whose car was stolen and damaged needs funds for essential repairs. Application from Perth Region, WA

❤️ 9 Oct 2026: $1,666 of Zakat distributed to a single mother in financial hardship in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 15 Oct 2026: A student at risk of losing enrolment and their visa urgently needs tuition support. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 23 Sep 2026: A brother recently released from prison is homeless and needs rent, food, and essentials. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 9 Oct 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 9 Oct 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 6 Oct 2026: $7,000 of Zakat distributed to a family affected by chronic illness in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 9 Oct 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 15 Oct 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a student facing financial hardship and health challenges in South East Queensland, QLD

❤️ 9 Oct 2026: $811 of Zakat distributed to a single mother in financial hardship in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 9 Oct 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 9 Oct 2026: $1,500 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Adelaide Region, SA

💬 8 Oct 2026: A student unable to work due to visa restrictions is facing eviction and has no food. Application from South East Queensland, QLD

💬 15 Oct 2026: A sister fleeing a 15-year domestic violence relationship needs support to rebuild her life. Application from South East Queensland, QLD

💬 15 Oct 2026: A single mother of three including a newborn and two autistic children cannot afford mortgage and expenses. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 15 Oct 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a single mother in financial hardship in Adelaide Region, SA

❤️ 9 Oct 2026: $2,000 of Zakat distributed to a student family facing financial hardship in South East Queensland, QLD

💬 16 Oct 2026: A brother on a temporary visa lost his job and faces mounting rent arrears while recovering from serious illness. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 15 Oct 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 9 Oct 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in South East Queensland, QLD

❤️ 15 Oct 2026: $2,680 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 15 Oct 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a family with a member with disability in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 15 Oct 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 15 Oct 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 15 Oct 2026: A sister seeking divorce urgently needs help covering legal fees. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 14 Oct 2026: A brother on a temporary visa recovering from blood clots cannot work and needs rent and food. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 6 Oct 2026: $200 of Zakat distributed to a family affected by chronic illness in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 13 Oct 2026: A mother on a bridging visa without work rights urgently needs help with school fees. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 12 Oct 2026: A young asylum seeker recovering from surgery cannot work and needs help with food and medical bills. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 13 Oct 2026: A sister on a bridging visa with no work rights is behind on rent and needs assistance. Application from South East Queensland, QLD

💬 13 Oct 2026: A brother unable to afford his medication urgently needs support. Application from Western Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 15 Oct 2026: $2,300 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 15 Oct 2026: A brother whose business income has dropped needs help with utility bills and car registration. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 9 Oct 2026: $2,000 of Zakat distributed to a Gaza-displaced family rebuilding in Australia in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 12 Oct 2026: A brother with unstable work and no income support needs help with rent arrears and groceries. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 9 Oct 2026: $300 of Zakat distributed to a student family facing financial hardship in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 14 Oct 2026: A mother of three fleeing domestic violence urgently needs housing and support. Application from South East Queensland, QLD

❤️ 15 Oct 2026: $600 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 13 Oct 2026: A father caring for his terminally ill wife and mother struggles to support both households on Centrelink alone. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 12 Oct 2026: A single mother with a baby is struggling with utilities after her power was cut and needs help with bills. Application from South East Queensland, QLD

❤️ 9 Oct 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a family affected by chronic illness in South Western Suburbs, NSW

💬 7 Oct 2026: A young Yemeni man on a protection visa faces homelessness after deportation. Application from Perth Region, WA

❤️ 15 Oct 2026: $750 of Zakat distributed to a young refugee facing homelessness in Perth Region, WA

💬 15 Oct 2026: A young brother was evacuated from his rental and urgently needs bond for housing. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 13 Oct 2026: A brother recovering from a neck injury and retraining for work needs help with food and essentials. Application from South East Queensland, QLD

💬 15 Oct 2026: A brother on a protection visa without income is couch surfing and needs help with rent and daily expenses. Application from Australia

❤️ 6 Oct 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a Gaza-displaced family rebuilding in Australia in Southern Suburbs, QLD

❤️ 9 Oct 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 28 Sep 2026: A brother with cancer living in his car after divorce needs registration to maintain his shelter. Application from South East Queensland, QLD

💬 15 Oct 2026: A single sister injured in a car accident cannot afford her medical treatment and upcoming surgery. Application from South East Queensland, QLD

💬 12 Oct 2026: A brother recovering from an accident with no income needs help with rent and food. Application from South Eastern Suburbs, VIC

❤️ 9 Oct 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a single woman from Syria rebuilding after divorce in South Western Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 9 Oct 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a single mother in financial hardship in Melbourne Region, VIC

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.

This story is based on a real person. Names and identifying details have been changed to protect privacy, and some images are AI-generated or stock.

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