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💬 18 Apr 2026: A single mother whose home was broken into and robbed has lost everything and needs urgent help with rent. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 17 Apr 2026: $1,340 of Zakat distributed to a father recovering from a work injury with rent arrears in South Western Suburbs, NSW

💬 18 Apr 2026: A single mother of three in emergency housing without income needs urgent support for her children. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 17 Apr 2026: A single mother navigating family court has no income this week and urgently needs food and transport. Application from South Western Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 17 Apr 2026: $440 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in South Western Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 17 Apr 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a father with a work injury covering daily living costs in South Western Suburbs, NSW

💬 18 Apr 2026: A family can afford one child's Quran lessons but not both and seeks help with education costs. Application from South Western Suburbs, NSW

💬 17 Apr 2026: An asylum-seeking brother faces homelessness as he awaits work rights on his bridging visa for two more months. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 17 Apr 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a young brother made homeless after a family breakdown in South Western Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 17 Apr 2026: $2,680 of Zakat distributed to a brother with a work injury who lost all income in South Western Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 17 Apr 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a single mother caring for a child with special needs in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 17 Apr 2026: $3,236 of Zakat distributed to a single mother facing eviction due to rent arrears in South Western Suburbs, NSW

💬 17 Apr 2026: A brother who had an uninsured accident now owes $3,570 in repairs alongside existing debt and rent pressure. Application from Perth Region, WA

❤️ 17 Apr 2026: $1,500 of Zakat distributed to a single mother facing homelessness in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 17 Apr 2026: $1,200 of Zakat distributed to a family escaping domestic violence in South Western Suburbs, NSW

💬 18 Apr 2026: A sister recently separated from her husband needs help with moving costs and food to start fresh. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 17 Apr 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a single mother caring for an ill husband and a son with disability in Western Suburbs, NSW

When It Feels Just Too Heavy

May 8, 2023

Hayfa's life felt like a never-ending rollercoaster ride of emotions. Her husband has multiple health conditions, and her youngest child is in high school. Her eldest child is estranged from the family, and her other child is currently incarcerated due to drug involvement, leaving her feeling as if the weight of the whole world is on her shoulders.

Things took a turn for the worse when she was asked to leave her residence due to her son's situation. With the soaring cost of rent in Australia Hayfa had no choice but to pack up everything and move into a new house, which meant paying bond and rent. It was a sudden move that caught her off guard, and with their sole income coming from Centrelink, she had to borrow money from friends. After paying for the rent and bond, she had no money left for necessities like groceries.

Hayfa was desperate for help, and that's when the National Zakat Foundation stepped in. We provided ongoing assistance with groceries until she and her family were settled. Hayfa was so grateful for the help she had received, and the grocery assistance helped her pay her loan off sooner.

Hayfa's story is a reminder that life can take an unexpected turn. If you or anyone you know is going through a difficult time, don't hesitate to reach out to us for help. We are here to support those in need and help them get back on their feet.

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

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