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💬 3 Jul 2026: A brother on a bridging visa facing eviction after an accident left him unable to work needs rent assistance. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 30 Jun 2026: $800 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 3 Jul 2026: A mother and her son recovering from surgery need housing after their rental was deemed uninhabitable. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 6 Jul 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 30 Jun 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a family facing eviction due to rent arrears in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 6 Jul 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 30 Jun 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 6 Jul 2026: $3,110 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 30 Jun 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a brother recovering from heart surgery in Western Suburbs, VIC

❤️ 30 Jun 2026: $1,100 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 6 Jul 2026: $1,500 of Zakat distributed to a family facing eviction due to rent arrears in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 30 Jun 2026: $2,240 of Zakat distributed to a single mother in financial hardship in Northern Suburbs, VIC

❤️ 30 Jun 2026: $1,200 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 3 Jul 2026: A student struggling with living expenses is at risk of visa cancellation due to unpaid fees. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 30 Jun 2026: $800 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Adelaide Region, SA

💬 4 Jul 2026: A Rohingya refugee with medical conditions cannot afford his medication on Centrelink. Application from South Western Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 6 Jul 2026: $3,374 of Zakat distributed to a family affected by chronic illness in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 3 Jul 2026: A brother undergoing therapy for mental health cannot afford his treatment fees. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 6 Jul 2026: $900 of Zakat distributed to a refugee family with young children in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 6 Jul 2026: $658 of Zakat distributed to a Gaza-displaced family rebuilding in Australia in South Western Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 30 Jun 2026: $368 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 6 Jul 2026: $2,000 of Zakat distributed to a family affected by chronic illness in South Eastern Suburbs, VIC

❤️ 30 Jun 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a sister facing health challenges and unemployment in Illawarra Region, NSW

💬 7 Jul 2026: A family newly arrived in Australia cannot afford rent, utilities, or essentials for their children. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 30 Jun 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 30 Jun 2026: $1,200 of Zakat distributed to a family affected by chronic illness in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 3 Jul 2026: A single mother escaping domestic abuse is struggling mentally and needs support for her young son. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 6 Jul 2026: $909 of Zakat distributed to a family affected by chronic illness in Sydney Region, NSW

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

❤️ 6 Jul 2026: $1,400 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 6 Jul 2026: $3,827 of Zakat distributed to a sister facing health challenges and eviction in South Western Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 30 Jun 2026: $3,400 of Zakat distributed to a family facing eviction due to rent arrears in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 6 Jul 2026: $1,400 of Zakat distributed to a family affected by chronic illness in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 6 Jul 2026: $2,040 of Zakat distributed to a family facing eviction due to rent arrears in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 6 Jul 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing homelessness and health challenges in Australia

💬 3 Jul 2026: A father of a son with autism is struggling to afford bills and groceries without family support. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 6 Jul 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a refugee family with young children in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 30 Jun 2026: $1,032 of Zakat distributed to a single mother in financial hardship in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 30 Jun 2026: $1,740 of Zakat distributed to an elderly pensioner in financial hardship in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 30 Jun 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a family affected by chronic illness in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 6 Jul 2026: $4,200 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 30 Jun 2026: $4,651 of Zakat distributed to a Gaza-displaced family rebuilding in Australia in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 30 Jun 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a single mother in emergency shelter in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 30 Jun 2026: $84 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 6 Jul 2026: $2,320 of Zakat distributed to a family facing eviction due to rent arrears in Southern Suburbs, QLD

❤️ 30 Jun 2026: $1,480 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 3 Jul 2026: A mother fleeing domestic violence needs bond and rent to move her daughter closer to school. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 30 Jun 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 30 Jun 2026: $449 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Australia

💬 3 Jul 2026: A brother with a heart condition fell behind on rent due to illness and faces eviction. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 30 Jun 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a single mother in financial hardship in Northern Suburbs, VIC

❤️ 6 Jul 2026: $300 of Zakat distributed to a family facing eviction due to rent arrears in South Western Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 6 Jul 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a family facing homelessness in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 6 Jul 2026: $490 of Zakat distributed to a refugee family with young children in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 3 Jul 2026: A family from Gaza with a husband unable to work needs help with rent and living costs. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

Overwhelmed by Debt

September 10, 2025

After facing a sudden medical emergency that required major surgery and months of recovery, Nauman found himself unable to work. With limited income and no extended family nearby, he relied on government support to cover basic living costs and essential expenses.

Before his health challenges, Nauman worked in a professional field and had built a steady career. However, ongoing health issues following his surgery made it difficult to meet job expectations, leading to repeated job losses and growing financial pressure.

Despite using his savings and seeking assistance from friends, Nauman’s personal debts continued to mount. The stress of financial instability, combined with the challenges of managing his health, began to affect his mental wellbeing.

Nauman was referred to NZF through a community organisation. After assessment, he was found to be Zakat-eligible under the 'debt' category. Through your Zakat, NZF was able to provide urgent financial assistance, helping Nauman manage his debts and cover ongoing essential living costs while he works toward improving his health and rebuilding his career.

Thanks to your generosity, Nauman can now focus on his health without the burden of accumulating debt.

Names and places may have been changed to protect the identity of clients where appropriate.

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