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

💬 14 Jun 2026: A brother sleeping rough and waiting for Centrelink needs food, clothing, and a sleeping bag. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

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

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

💬 12 Jun 2026: A father recently arrived in Australia needs help with reunion visa fees to bring his young son from Syria. Application from South Western Suburbs, NSW

💬 12 Jun 2026: A family with four young children on Centrelink cannot afford bond after eviction. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 13 Jun 2026: A young brother recovering from injury and awaiting surgery is being evicted and needs accommodation. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 15 Jun 2026: A young sister experiencing homelessness after family violence needs help with rent and bond. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

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

💬 16 Jun 2026: A pregnant mother who recently stopped work is struggling with rent, bills, and medical debt. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 16 Jun 2026: A mother caring for two children with brain atrophy cannot work and needs help with living expenses. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

💬 15 Jun 2026: A single mother and student urgently needs help finding safe accommodation in Liverpool. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

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

💬 12 Jun 2026: A single mother of three arrived from overseas and needs help with rental costs and essentials. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

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

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

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

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

💬 16 Jun 2026: A single mother with a son with autism cannot afford rental arrears or home repairs. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

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

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

💬 14 Jun 2026: A young brother under 18 without support needs safe housing and food urgently. Application from Western Suburbs, VIC

💬 12 Jun 2026: A newly arrived family with an unwell member needs help with household items. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

💬 15 Jun 2026: A sister on Centrelink needs help with legal costs to finalise her divorce. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

💬 12 Jun 2026: A mother grieving the loss of her baby needs rental assistance after her husband lost his job. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 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 single mother fleeing domestic violence in Sydney Region, NSW

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

💬 15 Jun 2026: A brother has accumulated rent arrears and urgently needs assistance to avoid eviction. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

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

💬 16 Jun 2026: A single father on Carer Payment unable to work needs grocery support due to cost of living pressures. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

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Ep 1: Know Your Zakat - Ebby vs Adam

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Ep 2: Know Your Zakat - Mujde vs Rolana

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Ep 3: Know Your Zakat - Waleed vs Suzan

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Ep 4: Know Your Zakat - Ramzy vs Adam

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Ep 5: Know Your Zakat - Iman vs Sumaiya

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Ep 6: Know Your Zakat - Saadiqa vs Nabila

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Ep 7: Know Your Zakat - Khaled vs Sohail

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Ep 1: Wait, how many Zakat eligible categories are there?

Wait, how many Zakat eligible categories are there?

Ep 2: People in Australia are eligible for Zakat — and they have a RIGHT to it!

Did you know? People in Australia are eligible for Zakat — and they have a right to it!

Ep 3: WHAT! You're talking the gold, the cash money AND MY TIARA!!

WHAT! You're talking the gold, the cash money AND MY TIARA!!

Ep 4: But, what if people don't have gold and all they have is cold hard cash

But, what if people don't have gold and all they have is cold hard cash

Ep 5: Zakat anniversary — way more important than my wedding anniversary

Zakat anniversary — way more important than my wedding anniversary

Ep 6: 'Halal version of Robin Hood'

'Halal version of Robin Hood'

Ep 1 - The difference between Zakat and Sadaqah

Watch this video to learn about the differences between Zakat al-Mal, Zakat al-Fitr, and Sadaqah, which are often confused by many.

Ep 2 - Nisab and Zakat anniversary: What's that?

Watch this video to learn about what Nisab is and Zakat anniversary

Ep 3 - Zakat Calculator

Watch this video to learn about how to use our Zakat Calculator

Ep 4 - Zakat Recipients

Watch this video to learn about who are eligible to receive Zakat. You might be surprised!

Ep 5 - Missed Zakat

Watch this video to learn about what Missed Zakat is

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