❤️ 12 Jun 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a family facing eviction due to rent arrears in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 10 Jun 2026: $1,796 of Zakat distributed to a single mother facing eviction due to rent arrears in South Western Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 10 Jun 2026: $800 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Adelaide Region, SA

💬 15 Jun 2026: A sister facing eviction due to rental arrears urgently needs help to clear her debt. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 10 Jun 2026: $2,600 of Zakat distributed to a single mother facing eviction due to rent arrears in South Western Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 12 Jun 2026: $1,200 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 12 Jun 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a single mother in financial hardship in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 10 Jun 2026: $2,021 of Zakat distributed to a family affected by chronic illness in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 16 Jun 2026: A mother of two children with brain atrophy cannot work due to care duties and needs assistance. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 12 Jun 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to an elderly pensioner in financial hardship in Adelaide Region, SA

❤️ 12 Jun 2026: $1,740 of Zakat distributed to an elderly pensioner in financial hardship in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 15 Jun 2026: A separated mother fleeing domestic violence with children needs help with food and bills while seeking work. Application from Western Suburbs, VIC

💬 17 Jun 2026: A family on a bridging visa without work rights cannot afford rent, utilities, and groceries. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 10 Jun 2026: $1,200 of Zakat distributed to a single mother caring for a child with special needs in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 15 Jun 2026: A brother who recently reverted to Islam needs help with basic living costs and modest clothing. Application from Adelaide Region, SA

❤️ 12 Jun 2026: $341 of Zakat distributed to an elderly pensioner in financial hardship in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 17 Jun 2026: A father with no farm work due to weather cannot afford rent, medical care, or winter clothing for his family. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 12 Jun 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Australia

💬 14 Jun 2026: A brother experiencing homelessness urgently needs food, clothing, and a sleeping bag. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 17 Jun 2026: A brother experiencing homelessness is going through personal hardship and needs urgent housing. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 12 Jun 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 10 Jun 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a sister facing eviction due to rent arrears in South Western Suburbs, NSW

💬 16 Jun 2026: A mother of nine children needs food and formula after paying for medical and utility bills. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 12 Jun 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a single mother recovering from surgery in South East Queensland, QLD

💬 17 Jun 2026: A single mother of two with no family support in Australia is struggling with rent and groceries. Application from Western Suburbs, NSW

💬 17 Jun 2026: A husband with a pregnant wife and no work rights needs help with rent, bills, and visa costs. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 10 Jun 2026: $1,520 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Adelaide Region, SA

💬 15 Jun 2026: A brother without work needs help with rent arrears, food, and car repairs to seek employment. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 12 Jun 2026: $1,200 of Zakat distributed to a family facing financial hardship in Perth Region, WA

💬 13 Jun 2026: A young brother recovering from serious injuries needs emergency accommodation after being made homeless by family. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 17 Jun 2026: A mother and toddler seeking protection cannot work and need help with medical costs. Application from Western Suburbs, NSW

💬 16 Jun 2026: A sister fleeing domestic violence is homeless and urgently needs stable housing. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 10 Jun 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a student facing financial hardship due to injury in South East Queensland, QLD

💬 16 Jun 2026: A single mother with a son on the autism spectrum needs help with rental arrears and repairs. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 10 Jun 2026: $2,700 of Zakat distributed to a single mother caring for a child with special needs in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 16 Jun 2026: A brother struggling with mounting debts urgently needs support to repay creditors. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 12 Jun 2026: $350 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 12 Jun 2026: $2,680 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 15 Jun 2026: A young woman fleeing domestic violence has been homeless for a year and needs rent and bond. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 16 Jun 2026: A single father on Carer Payment caring for his son needs groceries due to the rising cost of living. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 15 Jun 2026: A single mother of four on a bridging visa after fleeing violence needs a heater. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 12 Jun 2026: $1,200 of Zakat distributed to a single mother in financial hardship in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 16 Jun 2026: A brother waiting on visa approval without work rights urgently needs food and rent assistance. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 15 Jun 2026: A sister on Centrelink urgently needs funds to finalise her khula proceedings. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 12 Jun 2026: $650 of Zakat distributed to an elderly pensioner in financial hardship in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 12 Jun 2026: $2,800 of Zakat distributed to a family facing financial hardship due to injury and unemployment in Perth Region, WA

❤️ 12 Jun 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a refugee family with young children in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 15 Jun 2026: A brother with end stage kidney disease on dialysis cannot work and needs help with rent and food. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 10 Jun 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a Gaza-displaced family rebuilding in Australia in Perth Region, WA

❤️ 12 Jun 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a single mother in financial hardship in South Western Suburbs, NSW

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

❤️ 12 Jun 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a single mother in financial hardship in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 15 Jun 2026: A family of five students struggling with rent, food, and medication for their unwell mother. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 16 Jun 2026: A mother caring for her injured husband faces eviction due to rental arrears. Application from Northern Suburbs, VIC

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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