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❤️ 17 Aug 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 19 Aug 2026: $775 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 20 Aug 2026: A single mother on Centrelink cannot afford her electricity bill and faces disconnection. Application from South East Queensland, QLD

❤️ 19 Aug 2026: $2,000 of Zakat distributed to a family with a member with disability in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 18 Aug 2026: $200 of Zakat distributed to a family facing health challenges and unemployment in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 19 Aug 2026: $200 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in South East Queensland, QLD

❤️ 19 Aug 2026: $1,955 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Western Suburbs, VIC

💬 20 Aug 2026: A family struggling financially cannot afford Quran school fees for their children. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

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

💬 20 Aug 2026: A student without work rights due to visa restrictions needs urgent help with rent and food. Application from South East Queensland, QLD

💬 21 Aug 2026: A mother needs help with specialist fees for her baby's positional plagiocephaly. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 19 Aug 2026: A single mother who escaped domestic violence with her son urgently needs housing. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 13 Aug 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in South East Queensland, QLD

💬 23 Aug 2026: A mother of three who fled domestic violence has lost her autistic son and needs support. Application from South East Queensland, QLD

💬 22 Aug 2026: A student in his final semester of teaching cannot afford outstanding fees after losing his job. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 14 Aug 2026: $1,200 of Zakat distributed to a refugee family with young children in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 19 Aug 2026: A single mother with a one-year-old baby needs a fridge, washing machine, and bed. Application from Northern Suburbs, VIC

💬 2 Aug 2026: A revert brother caring for his younger brother with disability needs housing after being assaulted and robbed. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 23 Aug 2026: A brother whose salary was cut without notice is struggling to pay overdue rent. Application from South East Queensland, QLD

💬 20 Aug 2026: A brother without work rights has been homeless for two months and needs emergency accommodation. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 8 Aug 2026: A brother on a bridging visa lost his licence and income and faces eviction after falling behind on rent. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 19 Aug 2026: A mother expecting her first baby while her husband studies full-time needs help with rent and baby essentials. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 19 Aug 2026: A father with a large family is struggling to cover rent, food, and electricity bills. Application from Northern Suburbs, VIC

❤️ 19 Aug 2026: $1,080 of Zakat distributed to a single mother in emergency shelter in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 20 Aug 2026: A family struggling with reduced income needs assistance with rent and essential living expenses. Application from Western Suburbs, NSW

💬 19 Aug 2026: A father with a toddler recently arrived in Australia needs urgent help with rent and groceries. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 22 Aug 2026: A brother who is homeless and unemployed urgently needs rental housing and food. Application from South Western Suburbs, NSW

💬 21 Aug 2026: A brother living alone on Centrelink has fallen behind on rent and needs assistance. Application from Northern Suburbs, VIC

❤️ 13 Aug 2026: $400 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 19 Aug 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in Northern Suburbs, VIC

❤️ 13 Aug 2026: $1,740 of Zakat distributed to an elderly pensioner in financial hardship in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 13 Aug 2026: $1,200 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 21 Aug 2026: A family of eight is struggling to afford their gas bill of nearly two thousand dollars. Application from Western Suburbs, NSW

💬 21 Aug 2026: A single mother of three lost income support due to visa issues and faces homelessness. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 19 Aug 2026: A mother with PTSD and no income is struggling to cover daily expenses and bills for her children. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 13 Aug 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 19 Aug 2026: $6,518 of Zakat distributed to a Gaza-displaced family rebuilding in Australia in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 21 Aug 2026: A father with two children facing homelessness and serious health issues needs urgent accommodation. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 19 Aug 2026: $5,000 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 19 Aug 2026: $5,000 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 23 Aug 2026: A mother of two babies facing eviction this week urgently needs help with overdue rent. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 23 Aug 2026: A mother of two with no work rights faces eviction after three months of rent arrears. Application from South Eastern Suburbs, VIC

💬 5 Aug 2026: A mother of three young children needs rent support after her family fell ill with influenza. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 20 Aug 2026: A mother caring for her husband after surgery and their son with disability cannot afford groceries or rent. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 19 Aug 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a Gaza-displaced family rebuilding in Australia in South Western Suburbs, NSW

💬 21 Aug 2026: A family on a bridging visa is struggling to cover rent, electricity, and food. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 19 Aug 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing homelessness and financial hardship in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 21 Aug 2026: A couple in recovery from incarceration urgently need stable housing after release. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 21 Aug 2026: A family of six refugees from Myanmar are struggling with rent, medical costs, and bills while seeking work. Application from South East Queensland, QLD

💬 19 Aug 2026: A single mother fleeing domestic violence needs help with childcare and living costs while completing her degree. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 19 Aug 2026: A mother with epilepsy unable to drive needs help with transport costs and medical expenses. Application from Australian Capital Territory

❤️ 19 Aug 2026: $3,910 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Western Suburbs, VIC

💬 20 Aug 2026: A brother without work needs help covering psychiatrist fees to treat his mental health. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 20 Aug 2026: A brother who lost his job is struggling with bills while supporting family overseas. Application from Perth Region, WA

❤️ 13 Aug 2026: $2,240 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 17 Aug 2026: $4,900 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 13 Aug 2026: A single mother and her son fleeing domestic violence urgently need food, petrol and medication. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 19 Aug 2026: $900 of Zakat distributed to a family facing health challenges and unemployment in South Western Suburbs, NSW

💬 20 Aug 2026: A brother with disability needs urgent car repairs to return to work and access groceries. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 23 Aug 2026: A father of four grieving the loss of an unborn child is struggling with debt and basic expenses. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 20 Aug 2026: $100 of Zakat distributed to a family facing homelessness in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 19 Aug 2026: A mother of four has fallen behind on rent and groceries while her husband starts new work. Application from Perth Region, WA

💬 21 Aug 2026: A sister fleeing family violence and facing homelessness urgently needs shelter and support. Application from Inner City Suburbs, VIC

A New Start

September 15, 2023

Emir faced tough times when he emerged from rehab, leaving behind addiction. Living with his young sister, brother and elderly father, his family wanted a fresh start in a safer place, away from his past friends who still posed a risk to his wellbeing. With their elderly father depending on them, Emir’s family was referred to NZF through a Service Partner who was assisting Emir with his recovery.

Following a Zakat eligibility assessment, NZF provided the funds needed for a new rental along with groceries and settling overdue bills. In their new home, Emir’s family found the support they needed to rebuild their lives and start anew. 

Emir’s journey showcased the importance of assistance and a new beginning, proving that local Zakat truly makes a difference in someone's life and those around them.

If you or someone you know is experiencing hardship and you're unsure whether you/they are eligible for Zakat, please don't hesitate to contact us at NZF for assistance.

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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