❤️ 22 May 2026: $3,570 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Perth Region, WA

💬 28 May 2026: A family with multiple children with disability needs groceries, warm clothes, and a phone for medical care. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 28 May 2026: A single mother of three facing eviction needs urgent help with rent arrears and utilities. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 22 May 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a single mother in financial hardship in Sydney Region, NSW

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

❤️ 25 May 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 1 Jun 2026: A household is in financial hardship and unable to pay their electricity bill. Application from Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 25 May 2026: $5,000 of Zakat distributed to a single mother in financial hardship in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 29 May 2026: A separated mother of two young children fleeing abuse needs help with rent until Centrelink increases. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

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

💬 28 May 2026: A widowed mother of two arrived as a refugee and needs housing, food, and bill support. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 28 May 2026: A single mother caring for a toddler needs help with tuition fees for community service studies. Application from South Western Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 25 May 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a Gaza-displaced family rebuilding in Australia in Perth Region, WA

❤️ 22 May 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to an elderly pensioner in financial hardship in Adelaide Region, SA

❤️ 25 May 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a family facing eviction due to rent arrears in South Western Suburbs, NSW

💬 28 May 2026: A brother facing eviction due to rent arrears urgently needs help with housing and mental health costs. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 22 May 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in Australia

❤️ 22 May 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in 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

❤️ 22 May 2026: $1,200 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 22 May 2026: $6,800 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 29 May 2026: A brother struggling with anxiety cannot afford accumulated utility bills from the past seven years. Application from Inner Western Suburbs, VIC

❤️ 22 May 2026: $1,300 of Zakat distributed to a single father in financial hardship in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 29 May 2026: A brother with health issues unable to work for four months needs help with rent and essentials. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 22 May 2026: $1,200 of Zakat distributed to a single mother in financial hardship in Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 22 May 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a student family facing financial hardship in Tasmania

💬 1 Jun 2026: A single mother fell behind on rent after losing her job and faces eviction. Application from Northern Suburbs, VIC

💬 28 May 2026: A brother on a bridging visa with no work rights is struggling to afford food and basic necessities. Application from Perth Region, WA

💬 1 Jun 2026: A father with an ill daughter urgently needs housing after losing his son and marriage breakdown. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 25 May 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a family facing eviction due to rent arrears in Northern Suburbs, VIC

❤️ 25 May 2026: $400 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in South East Queensland, QLD

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

❤️ 22 May 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a sister facing health challenges and unemployment in Melbourne Region, VIC

💬 28 May 2026: A single mother with a newborn and no support network needs help with bills and groceries. Application from Melbourne Region, VIC

❤️ 22 May 2026: $500 of Zakat distributed to a single mother fleeing domestic violence in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 25 May 2026: $980 of Zakat distributed to a Gaza-displaced family rebuilding in Australia in Perth Region, WA

❤️ 22 May 2026: $2,000 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 22 May 2026: $1,598 of Zakat distributed to a family with a member with disability in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 28 May 2026: A sister preparing for her driving test needs lessons to access employment and transport. Application from South East Queensland, QLD

❤️ 25 May 2026: $4,668 of Zakat distributed to a family facing eviction due to rent arrears in South Western Suburbs, NSW

❤️ 25 May 2026: $200 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 25 May 2026: $10,000 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Australia

❤️ 22 May 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in Adelaide / Inner Western Suburbs, SA

❤️ 22 May 2026: $700 of Zakat distributed to a brother facing health challenges and unemployment in Sydney Region, NSW

💬 29 May 2026: A family of six on Centrelink cannot afford an autism assessment for their teenage son. Application from Australian Capital Territory

❤️ 22 May 2026: $1,000 of Zakat distributed to a family escaping domestic violence in Australia

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

❤️ 25 May 2026: $2,500 of Zakat distributed to a single mother in financial hardship in Sydney Region, NSW

❤️ 25 May 2026: $5,000 of Zakat distributed to a family in financial hardship in Sydney Region, NSW

Benefits for Women to Calculate and Pay Their Own Zakat

Recognising Women’s Financial Contributions

Many women have independent income, savings, and jewellery, sometimes exceeding that of male family members. Managing their own Zakat highlights their financial role and strengthens their contribution to the Muslim community.

Empowering Women Entrepreneurs

For women in business, understanding Zakat promotes financial transparency and aligns their earnings with Islamic principles. Paying Zakat strengthens their connection between professional success and spiritual well-being, allowing them to build a legacy of generosity that benefits future generations.

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The Change You Can Make in Your Community Through Zakat

At NZF, 72% of our applicants are women who turn to us for support. Women and children within the Australian Muslim community face immense challenges, often being among the most vulnerable in society.

Single mothers, orphans, widows, and survivors of domestic violence endure hardships many of us can scarcely imagine. These women and children navigate a range of difficulties, frequently with limited support and resources.

By calculating and paying your Zakat, women not only fulfill a religious obligation, but also directly help alleviate the suffering of other women in need within the community.

Your contributions strengthen our collective bonds. They provide hope, vital assistance, and empower the most disadvantaged women and children in Australia, giving them the means to rebuild their lives.

Your Zakat Impacts the Futures of Women Like Wafaa

Wafaa knew the moment her husband assaulted her in front of their children that she needed to leave.

Your Zakat Makes A Difference

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