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Response to Humanitarian Crisis

The Philippines, one of the world’s most disaster-prone countries, faces severe impacts from climate change. Since 1990, the country has already incurred $23 billion in damages from natural disasters. Additionally, nearly 45% of the population faces food insecurity, while 29% of children suffer from stunted growth due to chronic malnutrition. Zakat Foundation of America has provided crucial emergency relief to families affected by natural disasters and supported infrastructure development by building mosques. Our seasonal Islamic giving initiatives, such as food security projects during Ramadan and Udhiyah-Qurbani, help nourish families in need. We are dedicated to creating brighter futures for orphaned children and improving the quality of life for communities through our water projects, which ensure access to clean water, sanitation, and hygiene.

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Our Impact in the Philippines

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Nourishing Communities Through Food & Water

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Mustahil Halipa

Mustahil Halipa is 55 years old and a Person with Disability (PWD) of Zamboanga City. He is the team leader of this Barangay Water Association (BAWASA) despite his disabilities. Mr. Halipa and his wife have five children ranging from 6-15 years old. Mr. Halipa’s means of income is vegetable farming with the help of his wife and children. During the Zamboanga siege in 2013, Mr. Halipa lost his home due to a fire. He transferred to a government housing program for the displaced. Their resettled location has no basic services like water, school or health centers. His family and neighbors used to walk over a mile to fetch their drinking water. Upon hearing this, Zakat Foundation of America installed water wells within their location. This installation has enabled the community to have access to clean drinking water.  

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Mrs. Apipah

Mrs. Apipah, 64, hails from Marawi City, Lanao del Sur and is among the internally displaced persons (IDPs) during the Marawi Siege. Her family now reside alongside other Muslim families who also face housing problems. Mrs. Apipah sells socks and face towels in the famous Baguio City Night Market. She starts at 9pm and packs up at 1am. She expressed profound gratitude to Zakat Foundation of America for extending in-kind assistance to her community. It is such a great help to her family considering her modest income. The groceries served as essential items for their sahoor and iftar. According to her, with the food packages, they can observe Ramadan with ease and less worry. Mrs. Apipah’s story exemplifies resilience and strength amid adversity. 


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A Sadaqah Jariyah that provides clean water to communities.

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Education

Providing access to education & creating powerful antidotes to unrest, distrust, & war.

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Leading critical projects to heal bodies, minds, & souls.

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Delivering urgent food in Ramadan & year round to relieve starvation. Give $50 for Food Security.

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