Purify your wealth while giving hope to those in need

Perform your religious obligation of donating 2.50% of your wealth through Zakat al-Maal or Almsgiving.

Purify your wealth while giving hope to those in need

Perform your religious obligation of donating 2.50% of your wealth through Zakat al-Maal or Almsgiving.

Purify your wealth while giving hope to those in need

Perform your religious obligation of donating 2.50% of your wealth through Zakat al-Maal or Almsgiving.

What is Zakat and who owes It?

What is Zakat and who owes It?

Zakat is the amount of money that every adult, mentally stable, free, and financially able Muslim, male and female, has to pay to support specific categories of people. To learn more, scroll down to Zakat 101 below.

Manzil's Zakat Advisor

Manzil's Zakat Advisor

Mufti Faraz Adam is a globally recognized expert in Islamic Finance, Islamic Social Finance & Islamic FinTech. He is advising several global Islamic financial institutions spread across the UK, US, Canada, Malaysia, Singapore, UAE and other countries. He recently authored a book on Islamic Fintech called ‘Introduction to Islamic Fintech’, and has written several research papers on Islamic Finance and complex products.

Zakat 101

Zakat 101

The basics of Zakat. When, how, and who is eligible for zakat al-maal.

Passage of One Lunar Year

Passage of One Lunar Year

Zakat is obligatory after a time span of one lunar year passes from when a person initially owns wealth that equals the Nisab (threshold). Then, the owner needs to pay 2.5% (or 1/40) on the money in their possession at the end of the lunar year. A lunar year is approximately 355 days.

Deduction of Debts

Deduction of Debts

The owner should deduct any amount of money he or she borrowed from others; then check if the rest reaches the necessary Nisab then pay Zakat for it. If the owner had enough money to satisfy the Nisab at the beginning of the year, then the money increased (in profits, salaries, inheritance, grants, etc.), the owner needs to add the increase to the Nisab amount that they owned at the beginning of the year as long as they are still in ownership of it at the end of the year. Then, the owner pays Zakat (2.5%) of the total at the end of the lunar year. There are small differences in the Fiqh schools here - it is best to work out the details with your Local Mufti or Imam.

Each Muslim calculates his or her own Zakat individually. For most purposes this involves the payment each year of two and a half percent of one’s capital.

A pious person may also give as much as he or she pleases as Sadaqa, and does so preferably in secret. Although this word can be translated as ‘voluntary charity’ it has a wider meaning. The Prophet (SAW) said, ‘Even meeting your brother with a cheerful face is charity.’

The common categories of people eligible for Zakat in Canada

The common categories of people eligible for Zakat in Canada

Fakir: One who has neither material possessions nor means of livelihood.

Miskin: One with insufficient means of livelihood to meet basic needs.

Gharmin: One who is in debt (money borrowed to meet basic, Halal expenditure).

Ibn Sabil: One who is stranded.

Give your Zakat today!

Your support can provide life-changing assistance to women and families across Canada. Partner with us and help fund essential programs by Sakeenah, dedicated to providing safe transitional housing, critical resources, and community support for vulnerable individuals.

Safe Transitional Homes: With nine homes nationwide, Sakeenah offers a safe haven for women in need, helping them rebuild their lives and move towards stability.

The People's Market: Sakeenah's unique food market program reaches thousands of individuals, ensuring families have access to nutritious food during times of financial hardship.

Child & Youth Programs: We offer specialized programs that nurture, empower, and inspire young minds, providing them with a solid foundation for a brighter future.

Trusted, Zakat-eligible charity: Your contribution can fulfill both your charitable and faith-based giving. Every dollar directly supports our mission to build safer, stronger communities across Canada.

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