“Zakat expenditures are only for the poor and the needy, and those employed to collect it, and for bringing hearts together, and for freeing captives, and for those in debt, and for the cause of Allah, and for the stranded traveler — an obligation by Allah. And Allah is Knowing and Wise.”
(Surah At-Tawbah: 60)
In this blessed month of Ramadan, we invite you to contribute to transforming the lives of those in need in Palestine through your Zakat donations. With Taawon, you can direct your Zakat to support orphans, impoverished families, and students in Gaza and the West Bank, helping them overcome their hardships.
Are Taawon’s Programs Eligible for Zakat?
Yes, all of Taawon’s programs that provide support to orphans and the most vulnerable groups in Palestine are eligible to receive Zakat, in accordance with the fatwas issued by recognized Islamic authorities. Since 1995, Taawon has received a fatwa from the Grand Mufti of Jerusalem and Palestine permitting the collection of Zakat for charitable activities. In addition, further fatwas have been issued over the years for specific Taawon programs, including:
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Fatwa issued by the Grand Mufti of Jerusalem and Palestine in 1995: Allowing Taawon to collect Zakat for charitable activities, such as assisting orphans and the needy.
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Fatwa issued by the Chairman of the Fatwa Committee at the University College of Applied Sciences in Palestine in 2017: Permitting Zakat funds to support university students in Gaza through the Isnad Program.
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Fatwa issued by the Grand Mufti of Jerusalem and Palestine in 2023: Permitting Zakat to be used for humanitarian aid, including food and relief supplies for orphans and needy families through the Noor Program.
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Fatwa issued by Al-Azhar Global Center for Electronic Fatwas in 2025: Permitting Zakat funds for the reconstruction of Gaza, providing essential relief supplies, and supporting the rebuilding of lives after destruction.
How is Zakat Used?
Your Zakat donations will be directed to support the most vulnerable groups in Palestine through Taawon’s various programs, including:
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Noor Program: Providing care and support for orphans who have lost their parents due to the attack on Gaza.
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Isnad Program: Supporting university students in Gaza by covering tuition fees and providing educational resources.
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Humanitarian Aid: Distributing food and relief supplies to poor and needy families across Palestine.