Cambodia

Response to Humanitarian Crisis

From the 1960s to the 1980s, Cambodia endured a devastating humanitarian crisis marked by mass displacement, loss of life, and forced resettlements. The civil war, compounded by the Vietnam War, forced countless refugees into neighboring Thailand, while widespread famine exacerbated the suffering.

A humanitarian "land bridge" was established to deliver vital aid from Thailand, acting as a hub for humanitarian organizations. This corridor played a crucial role in providing food, medical supplies, and other necessities to Cambodian refugees and internally displaced people, alleviating the suffering of thousands.

Supporters of the Zakat Foundation of America have been dedicated to helping vulnerable communities in Cambodia. Our efforts include building mosques as centers for social and spiritual life, providing clean water through communal wells, and supporting seasonal Islamic giving initiatives.

Captured Moments: A Glimpse of Our Work

A Cambodian family enjoys fresh water at our water pump.

Families in Cambodia answer the call to prayer at our newly constructed mosque.

Families in Cambodia no longer have to take water from contaminated sources thanks to our supporters.

Families rejoice after receiving Ramadan food packages in Cambodia.

Our field member in Cambodia puts the final touches at our Ramadan food package distribution location.

Our field teams visits families door to door with Udhiyah-Qurbani meat.

Our mosque construction in Cambodia ensures community member have services that provide spiritual uplift and educational resources.

Our mosque construction in Cambodia ensures congregants have a safe space for spiritual uplift.

Our field reps go far and wide to deliver food packages to families facing hunger in Cambodia.

Infrastructure development in Cambodia includes a newly build mosque that will serve not only as a place for prayer but also center for community building.