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❤️ 26 Aug 2026: $1,200 of Zakat distributed to a family facing eviction due to rent arrears in South Western Suburbs, NSW

💬 30 Aug 2026: A brother who lost his family in war cannot work and urgently needs rent and food. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 31 Aug 2026: A young sister on a student visa is couch surfing and urgently needs safe accommodation. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 29 Aug 2026: A single mother of three on Centrelink is struggling with overdue water bills while waiting for work. Application from Perth Region, WA

❤️ 26 Aug 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a family facing eviction due to rent arrears in South Western Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 31 Aug 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing homelessness in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 26 Aug 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a widowed father with young children in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 28 Aug 2026: A mother of six with heart and kidney problems needs help with psychiatric care and bills. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 27 Aug 2026: A single mother of two with medical expenses cannot afford a CPAP machine or bills. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 26 Aug 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 31 Aug 2026: A brother without documentation or a bank account needs food and medication while unwell. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 28 Aug 2026: $10,000 of Zakat distributed to a student family facing financial hardship in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 28 Aug 2026: $4,265 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in South East Queensland, QLD

💬 20 Aug 2026: A young man on a bridging visa with no work rights is homeless and needs bond to secure a room. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 25 Aug 2026: $990 of Zakat distributed to a student family facing financial hardship in South East Queensland, QLD

💬 28 Aug 2026: A husband unable to walk due to a severe slipped disc urgently needs surgery. Application from South Western Suburbs, NSW

💬 27 Aug 2026: A student facing eviction and deportation needs urgent help with rent and tuition fees. Application from Northern Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 26 Aug 2026: $10,000 of Zakat distributed to a family with a member with disability in Perth Region, WA

💬 30 Aug 2026: A sister experiencing homelessness after losing her job due to illness needs help with fines and utilities. Application from Perth Region, WA

💬 10 Aug 2026: A student in her final semester needs tuition fees after family hardship and visa restrictions. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 31 Aug 2026: A parent behind on rent is struggling to cover school fees for their children. Application from South East Queensland, QLD

💬 28 Aug 2026: A mother of three who fled domestic violence is struggling to afford essentials while unable to work. Application from Perth Region, WA

💬 30 Aug 2026: A carer for her husband needs help with car repairs, a fridge, and groceries during a difficult month. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 26 Aug 2026: $2,300 of Zakat distributed to a family affected by chronic illness in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 27 Aug 2026: A father with a newborn is struggling with high rent and debt repayments. Application from Perth Region, WA

❤️ 26 Aug 2026: $2,600 of Zakat distributed to a family facing eviction due to rent arrears in South Western Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 24 Aug 2026: $75 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in South East Queensland, QLD

💬 27 Aug 2026: A sister who fled family violence is being evicted and urgently needs housing and food. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 26 Aug 2026: $1,200 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Western Suburbs, VIC

💬 27 Aug 2026: A brother on Centrelink had his payment cancelled and is struggling to cover rent and groceries. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 27 Aug 2026: A brother struggling with ATO and credit card debt needs help to clear arrears. Application from Perth Region, WA

❤️ 25 Aug 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 27 Aug 2026: A single mother with a disabled daughter needs help with expenses after buying a communication device. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 20 Aug 2026: A student on a bridging visa without work rights urgently needs rent and food assistance. Application from South East Queensland, QLD

❤️ 26 Aug 2026: $2,996 of Zakat distributed to a family facing eviction due to rent arrears in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 13 Aug 2026: A father with hypertension on a bridging visa faces eviction and needs bond to secure housing. Application from South Western Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 26 Aug 2026: $1,200 of Zakat distributed to a family affected by chronic illness in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 29 Aug 2026: A sister fleeing domestic violence urgently needs safe accommodation. Application from South East Queensland, QLD

❤️ 26 Aug 2026: $50 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 31 Aug 2026: A son supporting his injured father and unwell mother is falling behind on rent while earning an apprentice wage. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 25 Aug 2026: A brother on a disability pension needs help covering medication and food costs. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 28 Aug 2026: A family struggling financially in Australia needs help repaying overseas debt accruing interest. Application from Western Suburbs, NSW

💬 31 Aug 2026: A brother recovering from open heart surgery cannot work full time and needs help with rent. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 31 Aug 2026: A parent behind on rent and school fees is struggling to keep up with expenses. Application from South East Queensland, QLD

💬 27 Aug 2026: A family caring for an orphaned child faces eviction and urgently needs rent and essentials. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 31 Aug 2026: A brother on a sponsored work visa needs help consolidating personal debts owed to friends. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 26 Aug 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a brother recovering from heart surgery in Western Suburbs, VIC

💬 31 Aug 2026: A brother with severe back pain is sleeping on a couch and needs a firm mattress. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 31 Aug 2026: $880 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing homelessness in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 26 Aug 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 27 Aug 2026: A brother caring for his ill mother is in debt after false charges and urgently needs legal and living costs. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

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.

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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