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💬 20 Aug 2026: A young man sleeping rough with no work rights needs bond to secure a room. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 11 Sep 2026: $2,400 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Northern Suburbs, VIC

❤️ 11 Sep 2026: $720 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 11 Sep 2026: A mother fleeing family violence on a protection visa cannot afford food after paying rent. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 11 Sep 2026: $1,200 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Northern Suburbs, VIC

💬 14 Sep 2026: A family on a temporary visa fell behind on rent after covering their daughter's tuition fees. Application from Tasmania

❤️ 11 Sep 2026: $198 of Zakat distributed to a single mother in financial hardship in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 14 Sep 2026: A widow with her son arrived on a partner visa but was left homeless after her husband passed away. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 10 Sep 2026: A father stranded on a visitor visa needs temporary shelter and food while awaiting return to Palestine. Application from Adelaide Region, SA

❤️ 11 Sep 2026: $3,600 of Zakat distributed to a family facing homelessness in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 15 Sep 2026: $1,320 of Zakat distributed to a student facing financial hardship and health challenges in South East Queensland, QLD

💬 11 Sep 2026: A brother unable to work due to mental health challenges has no income for rent and bills. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 11 Sep 2026: A brother experiencing homelessness for fifteen years needs rent and furniture for his new unit. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 11 Sep 2026: $1,600 of Zakat distributed to a family affected by chronic illness in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 11 Sep 2026: $2,021 of Zakat distributed to a family affected by chronic illness in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 11 Sep 2026: $2,824 of Zakat distributed to a refugee family with young children in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 11 Sep 2026: A brother recently made redundant is seeking work and struggling to cover essential living expenses. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 14 Sep 2026: A female international student in Ballarat cannot afford rent or food after university support ended. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 14 Sep 2026: A single mother of two on Centrelink needs help with Islamic school fees after child support stopped. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 12 Sep 2026: A single woman recovering from surgery and facing housing instability needs help with relocation costs. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 14 Sep 2026: A brother injured at work with ongoing medical needs is struggling to cover living expenses. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 9 Sep 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing homelessness in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 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

💬 14 Sep 2026: A pregnant woman made homeless after losing accommodation urgently needs shelter and food. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 11 Sep 2026: $1,200 of Zakat distributed to a family facing eviction due to rent arrears in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 11 Sep 2026: $1,300 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in Northern Suburbs, VIC

💬 13 Sep 2026: A mother of two young boys is struggling with bills and medical costs while her husband battles cancer. Application from Australia

❤️ 11 Sep 2026: $800 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 21 Aug 2026: A homeless father of two urgently needs bond and rent to secure stable housing. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 13 Sep 2026: A daughter on Centrelink relocated her ill parents and urgently needs help with rent arrears. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 14 Sep 2026: A mother of two returning to Australia after a sudden separation urgently needs rent and bond. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 11 Sep 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in Australia

❤️ 11 Sep 2026: $1,200 of Zakat distributed to a family facing eviction due to rent arrears in South Western Suburbs, NSW

💬 15 Sep 2026: A brother whose visa is expiring needs assistance with airfare to return to Malaysia. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 11 Sep 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Adelaide Region, SA

💬 15 Sep 2026: A single mother of three is working but cannot cover rent and utility bills. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 15 Sep 2026: A family of six on visas with no government support cannot afford rent or food. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 15 Sep 2026: A student whose sponsor withdrew support after the Bondi incident needs help with tuition fees. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 14 Sep 2026: A son supporting his mother with a spinal condition is struggling with rent, utilities, and mounting debts. Application from Adelaide Region, SA

💬 15 Sep 2026: A brother in poor health is unable to work and cannot afford his rent. Application from Northern Suburbs, VIC

💬 15 Sep 2026: A family who secured rental accommodation cannot afford the bond and urgently needs housing assistance. Application from Perth Region, WA

❤️ 11 Sep 2026: $2,320 of Zakat distributed to a family facing eviction due to rent arrears in Southern Suburbs, QLD

💬 14 Sep 2026: A mother fleeing domestic violence needs rent, car repairs, and food while relocating with her children. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 14 Sep 2026: A widow struggling with rent after the death of her husband needs assistance with overdue payments. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 11 Sep 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Illawarra Region, NSW

❤️ 11 Sep 2026: $800 of Zakat distributed to a single mother in financial hardship in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 11 Sep 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a brother recovering from heart surgery in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 14 Sep 2026: A father out of work for nine months is struggling with debt and cannot afford essentials for his family. Application from Adelaide Region, SA

❤️ 11 Sep 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a single mother in financial hardship in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 15 Sep 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a student facing financial hardship due to visa restrictions in South East Queensland, QLD

❤️ 11 Sep 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Northern Suburbs, VIC

💬 14 Sep 2026: A family facing a temporary income gap while their mother is overseas needs help with rent and car repairs. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 11 Sep 2026: $2,000 of Zakat distributed to a refugee family with young children in Sydney Region, NSW

Barely Breathing: Challenges when the unexpected occurs

March 2, 2023

Haytham had arrived in Australia with a heart full of hope, eager to start a new life and chase his dreams. He worked hard and was determined to achieve his goals, but life had other plans.

After months of going in and out of the hospital, Haytham's health had taken a turn for the worse. He was diagnosed with tuberculosis that left him struggling to breathe and unable to work.

Haytham didn't qualify for government support payments and reached out to NZF for help. We provided Haytham with the financial support he needed to get through this difficult time in his life. The assistance allowed him to focus on his health and gave him hope for a brighter future. Haytham was grateful for the support he received, and he knew that he was not alone in his struggles.

Thanks to local Zakat, Haytham was able to recover from his illness and regain his strength. Although he was no longer able to work due to his health, he was able to return to his home country with the peace of mind that his bills were paid, and he had the support he needed during his time of need.

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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