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

❤️ 7 Aug 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in Northern Suburbs, VIC

💬 13 Aug 2026: A single mother fled domestic violence with her sick son and urgently needs food and medication. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 12 Aug 2026: $1,500 of Zakat distributed to a family facing health challenges and unemployment in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 7 Aug 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a family affected by chronic illness in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 12 Aug 2026: $7,368 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Perth Region, WA

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

❤️ 7 Aug 2026: $2,700 of Zakat distributed to a single mother caring for a child with special needs in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 7 Aug 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 7 Aug 2026: $3,000 of Zakat distributed to a family affected by chronic illness in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 7 Aug 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a sister facing eviction due to rent arrears in South Western Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 14 Aug 2026: $1,200 of Zakat distributed to a family facing eviction due to rent arrears in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 14 Aug 2026: $3,000 of Zakat distributed to a single mother in emergency shelter in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 31 Jul 2026: A young sister recently divorced and returned from overseas needs a laptop, essentials, and groceries. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 7 Aug 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in Adelaide / Inner Western Suburbs, SA

❤️ 12 Aug 2026: $380 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Melbourne Region, VIC

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

💬 22 Jul 2026: A mother of two on unpaid leave after escaping domestic violence needs rent and groceries. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 7 Aug 2026: $2,800 of Zakat distributed to a family facing financial hardship due to injury and unemployment in Perth Region, WA

💬 14 Aug 2026: A brother seeking treatment for addiction cannot afford faith-based rehabilitation programs. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 12 Aug 2026: $4,050 of Zakat distributed to a single mother in financial hardship in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 16 Aug 2026: A father with a son with disabilities urgently needs bond and rent to move from unsafe housing. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 13 Aug 2026: A mother with multiple sclerosis raising three boys alone cannot afford medication, food, or clothes. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

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

❤️ 7 Aug 2026: $1,200 of Zakat distributed to a family facing financial hardship due to injury and unemployment in Perth Region, WA

💬 13 Aug 2026: A brother whose car broke down needs repairs and registration to apply for jobs. Application from South East Queensland, QLD

💬 17 Aug 2026: A brother unable to work due to mental and physical health issues needs assistance with living expenses. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 12 Aug 2026: $2,600 of Zakat distributed to a single mother facing eviction due to rent arrears in South Western Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 7 Aug 2026: $1,200 of Zakat distributed to a single mother caring for a child with special needs in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 12 Aug 2026: $4,500 of Zakat distributed to a widowed father with young children in Melbourne Region, VIC

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

💬 30 Jul 2026: A single mother leaving refuge after a year needs furniture and essentials for her new home. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 7 Aug 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a single mother in financial hardship in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 12 Aug 2026: $2,500 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 12 Aug 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in Sydney Region, NSW

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

💬 16 Aug 2026: A single mother fleeing domestic violence is struggling with high rent and essentials. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 24 Jul 2026: A family on a bridging visa with two toddlers need rent and food after an injury stopped work. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 13 Aug 2026: A single father of three studying full-time needs bond and rent after eviction. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 7 Aug 2026: $2,400 of Zakat distributed to a family facing eviction due to rent arrears in Northern Territory

❤️ 7 Aug 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a refugee family with young children in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 17 Aug 2026: A father of four without work for two years needs to replace a broken fridge. Application from South East Queensland, QLD

❤️ 12 Aug 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 13 Aug 2026: A brother new to the country with visa restrictions cannot work and urgently needs rental assistance. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 13 Aug 2026: A brother facing eviction after years of mistreatment urgently needs bond assistance. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 13 Aug 2026: A father with permanent disability new to Australia cannot work and needs help with rent. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 12 Aug 2026: $1,850 of Zakat distributed to a student family facing financial hardship in Sydney Region, NSW

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

💬 13 Aug 2026: A student struggling to meet tuition deadlines despite being on an installment plan needs help with fees. Application from Northern Suburbs, VIC

❤️ 13 Aug 2026: $400 of Zakat distributed to a brother recovering from heart surgery in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 12 Aug 2026: $9,350 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 13 Aug 2026: A father with a pregnant wife and young daughter left work to care for them and needs rent and food. Application from Adelaide Region, SA

❤️ 7 Aug 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 13 Aug 2026: A sister who fled domestic violence urgently needs housing after her current room became unsafe. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 13 Aug 2026: A brother urgently needs support with food, clothing, and transport. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 7 Aug 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a family facing homelessness in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 7 Aug 2026: $603 of Zakat distributed to a single mother caring for children affected by chronic illness in South Western Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 7 Aug 2026: $1,796 of Zakat distributed to a sister facing eviction due to rent arrears in South Western Suburbs, NSW

💬 17 Aug 2026: A brother with vision impairment supporting newly arrived family urgently needs help with rent and bills. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 12 Aug 2026: $200 of Zakat distributed to a family affected by chronic illness in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 16 Aug 2026: A single mother of five on Centrelink facing eviction needs help with rent arrears. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 13 Aug 2026: A mother starting self-employment is two weeks behind on rent and at risk of eviction. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 7 Aug 2026: $5,000 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Melbourne Region, VIC

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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