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Educational content on Zakat, Sadaqah Jariyah, Qurbani, Fitrana, Fidya, Kaffarah, orphan sponsorship, and humanitarian relief.
How to Verify a Charity Before You Donate (2026 Guide)
A practical checklist for verifying any U.S. charity before giving: IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search, EIN lookup, Form 990s, state registries, website trust signals and payment-safety red flags.
Read articleHow to Calculate Your Zakat in 2026 (Step-by-Step Guide)
A complete 2026 guide to calculating Zakat: nisab thresholds, qualifying assets, deductions, and worked examples. Updated with current gold and silver prices.
Read articleZakat vs Sadaqah: 7 Key Differences Every Muslim Should Know
Zakat and Sadaqah are both forms of Islamic charity, but they differ in obligation, recipients, amount, and structure. A clear breakdown.
Read articleSadaqah Jariyah: 7 Ways to Continue Earning Rewards After You Die
Sadaqah Jariyah is "continuous charity" whose benefit and reward continue after the donor's death. Seven concrete ways to set it up — water wells, masjids, education, and more.
Read articleFitrana 2026: How Much Per Person, When to Pay, Who Receives It
2026 Fitrana amount per person, classical fiqh perspectives, when and how to pay, and who is eligible to receive it. Fiqh Council standards updated.
Read articleDonations to Bakara 195: U.S. Tax Deductibility Status (2026)
Bakara 195 Corporation tax status, 501(c)(3) timeline, and what U.S. donors should know about deducting charitable contributions.
Read articleFidya and Kaffarah: Compensation Charity for Missed Fasts (Complete Guide)
When fasting is missed — for valid reasons or by intentional breaking — different compensations apply. Fidya for permanent inability, Kaffarah for intentional breaking. Full fiqh guide.
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