Helping Neighbors After Beryl: Houston Nonprofit Joins Volunteers to Distribute Food Packages to 1,000 Families in Need

Houston, TX – July 25, 2024- As the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl has continues to impact so many families in Houston and East Texas, the local branch of global nonprofit Zakat Foundation of America is teaming up with local volunteers to distribute food packages to 1,000 struggling families in the Houston area. 

Last weekend, volunteers worked together at the Zakat Foundation Houston headquarters to prepare 1,000 food packages for distribution at nine locations. This weekend, three more distributions will be held, including in areas where most residents are low-income.  Media are welcome to request interviews, capture footage and hear more about Zakat Foundation of America’s work in the community. The food packages are being prepared at Zakat Foundation of America’s flagship office located at 3949 Braxton Drive, Houston, TX, 77063.

“Hurricane Beryl has left too many families in our community struggling.  It is great to see volunteers coming together to serve our neighbors this weekend,” said Zakat Foundation of America’s Senior Regional Development Specialist Syed Yousuf. “Here in Houston, The Zakat Foundation of America is continuing its work to provide humanitarian assistance around the world to families in need.”

The Zakat Foundation of America welcomes volunteers who want to help with this humanitarian project. Anyone wishing to volunteer or in need of food can contact Syed Yousuf at the above contact information. Visit www.zakat.org for more information. The nonprofit group has proudly earned a 4-star rating from Charity Navigator.


Zakat Foundation of America strives to support recovery and development in all its forms, aligning with the UN’s 17 Goals for Sustainable Development. Zakat Foundation of America has been featured in the press including CNN Max, Fox News, WGN, ABC and NBC among others. Media including photos and videos are available on the organizations website and social media. Additional media requests or interview requests can be submitted to [email protected] 

Founded in 2001 by Khalil Demir, Zakat Foundation of America is a 501(c)3 NGO that helps generous and caring people reach out to those in need. Zakat Foundation of America’s mission is to address immediate needs and ensure the self-reliance of the poorest people around the world. Zakat Foundation of America conducts humanitarian assistance programs in more than 45 countries on five continents. For more information, please visit http://www.ZAKAT.org or call 1-888-ZAKAT

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