❤️ 1 Jun 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a family facing eviction due to rent arrears in South Western Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 2 Jun 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a refugee family with young children in South Western Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 26 May 2026: $1,440 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in South Western Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 29 May 2026: $1,800 of Zakat distributed to a family facing eviction due to rent arrears in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 3 Jun 2026: A brother struggling to cover rent and food expenses urgently needs assistance. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 29 May 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a family affected by inconsistent visa restrictions and newborn care in South Western Suburbs, NSW

💬 3 Jun 2026: A single mother of three fleeing domestic violence needs driving lessons to secure work. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 26 May 2026: $453 of Zakat distributed to a family facing health challenges and unemployment in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 1 Jun 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a refugee family with young children in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 29 May 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a single mother caring for a child with special needs in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 26 May 2026: $1,295 of Zakat distributed to a family facing eviction due to rent arrears in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 1 Jun 2026: A single mother fell behind on rent after losing her job and urgently needs help with arrears. Application from Northern Suburbs, VIC

❤️ 1 Jun 2026: $855 of Zakat distributed to a Gaza-displaced family rebuilding in Australia in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 2 Jun 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a brother recovering from heart surgery in Western Suburbs, VIC

❤️ 26 May 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a Gaza-displaced family rebuilding in Australia in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 1 Jun 2026: A father grieving his son's loss is now homeless with his ill daughter and needs urgent shelter. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 1 Jun 2026: A brother facing eviction needs urgent rental assistance to cover two weeks of arrears. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 2 Jun 2026: A brother on Jobseeker after resigning due to grief and forced relocation needs food and debt relief. Application from South Eastern Suburbs, VIC

❤️ 29 May 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 26 May 2026: $2,000 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 26 May 2026: $810 of Zakat distributed to a family affected by chronic illness in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 29 May 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 1 Jun 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 29 May 2026: $4,520 of Zakat distributed to a brother recovering from heart surgery in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 1 Jun 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 1 Jun 2026: $3,000 of Zakat distributed to a Gaza-displaced family rebuilding in Australia in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 26 May 2026: $2,838 of Zakat distributed to a family facing eviction due to rent arrears in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 2 Jun 2026: A single mother of two lost her job due to visa issues and has no income or support. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

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

❤️ 26 May 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a family facing homelessness in Australia

❤️ 26 May 2026: $3,000 of Zakat distributed to a family affected by chronic illness in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 1 Jun 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a single mother in financial hardship in South Western Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 29 May 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in South Western Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 2 Jun 2026: $300 of Zakat distributed to a sister with disability facing financial hardship in Western Suburbs, NSW

💬 3 Jun 2026: A brother urgently needs help covering fees for an intensive course starting Monday. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 26 May 2026: $415 of Zakat distributed to a family facing health challenges and unemployment in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 1 Jun 2026: A mother fleeing domestic violence overseas arrived with two daughters and urgently needs food. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 1 Jun 2026: A single mother caring for her daughter with no income needs help with essentials. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

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

❤️ 26 May 2026: $1,200 of Zakat distributed to a single mother in financial hardship in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 1 Jun 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a sister facing health challenges and unemployment in Illawarra Region, NSW

❤️ 26 May 2026: $738 of Zakat distributed to a family facing eviction due to rent arrears in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 29 May 2026: $316 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in South Western Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 26 May 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a student family facing financial hardship in Inner City Suburbs, VIC

❤️ 2 Jun 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a refugee family with young children in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 3 Jun 2026: A brother facing eviction cannot afford bond, advance rent, and essential items for his new home. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 29 May 2026: $800 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 26 May 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a single mother recovering from surgery and facing homelessness in South East Queensland, QLD

❤️ 26 May 2026: $1,650 of Zakat distributed to a family facing health challenges and unemployment in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 2 Jun 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 1 Jun 2026: $1,200 of Zakat distributed to a single mother in financial hardship in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 29 May 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a single mother in financial hardship in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 1 Jun 2026: A family approved for housing in Carramar needs urgent help with bond and rent. Application from South Western Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 2 Jun 2026: $5,000 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Northern Suburbs, VIC

💬 2 Jun 2026: A student is struggling to cover university tuition fees. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 2 Jun 2026: A mother of two on a spouse visa fled her marriage and urgently needs housing. Application from South Western Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 2 Jun 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a single mother in financial hardship in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 2 Jun 2026: A brother out of work for four weeks needs help with rent, phone bills, and groceries. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 26 May 2026: $2,000 of Zakat distributed to a family facing health challenges and unemployment in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 29 May 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a family facing eviction due to rent arrears in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 29 May 2026: $800 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Northern Suburbs, VIC

❤️ 29 May 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 1 Jun 2026: A family is struggling to pay their electricity bill due to financial hardship. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 26 May 2026: $1,296 of Zakat distributed to a family affected by chronic illness in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 26 May 2026: $1,200 of Zakat distributed to a sister facing cancer and financial hardship in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 2 Jun 2026: A new mother stranded overseas after marital breakdown needs help covering overdue rent and bills. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 3 Jun 2026: A single mother of two fleeing domestic violence needs help with food and bills. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 26 May 2026: $2,500 of Zakat distributed to a single mother caring for a child with special needs in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 2 Jun 2026: $2,116 of Zakat distributed to a family facing eviction due to rent arrears in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 26 May 2026: $2,400 of Zakat distributed to a family facing eviction due to rent arrears in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 26 May 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 2 Jun 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a single mother recovering from surgery facing homelessness in South East Queensland, QLD

❤️ 26 May 2026: $555 of Zakat distributed to a refugee family with young children in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 26 May 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a single mother in financial hardship in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 2 Jun 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Melbourne Region, VIC

Struggling to Find Shelter

June 7, 2024

Sam had always been punctual with his rent, but just a few weeks behind was enough to get him evicted. Now, with nowhere to go and no one to turn to, he found himself living in his car. Embarrassed by his situation, he couldn’t bring himself to ask friends or family for help. The weather was getting colder, and Sam knew this couldn’t last.

Despite having a stable job, the rising cost of living made it impossible for Sam to save enough for a new rental bond, first month’s rent, and essentials. The housing market was tough, and every attempt to find a new place seemed impossible.

The car was cramped and uncomfortable. Desperation drove Sam to seek help, and that’s when he found NZF. Understanding his urgent situation, Sam’s application was fast tracked as he needed a safe, comfortable place to sleep. He was placed in crisis accommodation while a more permanent solution was found.

Within a few days, a rental was secured thanks to a local real estate agent who realised the urgency. Thanks to your Zakat, Sam’s bond, rent, and essentials were covered. He could finally move into a warm, stable home. Sam was back on his feet, ready to rebuild his life with a newfound sense of hope and stability.

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

Crisis Accommodation

Providing Muslims temporary accommodation in times of need.

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