Zakat & Religious Giving
What is Zakat?
Zakat is one of the five pillars of Islam and is a mandatory charitable contribution made by eligible Muslims. It is calculated as a percentage of one’s wealth and assets that have been held for a full lunar year. Zakat is calculated at a rate of 2.5% on eligible wealth that exceeds the Nisab threshold, which represents the minimum amount of wealth a Muslim must possess to be obligated to pay Zakat.
Accurately determine your Zakat with our scholar-verified calculator, ensuring your contribution is precise and impactful.
Our calculator simplifies the process, guiding you step by step to determine your exact Zakat obligation. Backed by Islamic scholars, it ensures compliance with Islamic principles, helping you purify your wealth and support those in need with confidence.
The Zakat eligible countries are Jordan, Kenya, Syria, Gaza/Palestine, Sudan, Yemen, Pakistan, Somalia, India, Togo, Morocco, and Egypt.
What is Fidyah?
Fidyah is a form of charitable compensation in Islam for those who are unable to fast during Ramadan due to valid reasons such as illness, pregnancy, or old age. It also applies to individuals who miss or break their fast due to unavoidable circumstances, such as travel.
Instead of fasting, one must provide food to a person in need for each missed day. The standard fidyah amount is the cost of one meal per day per person, which can be given as food or its equivalent in money. Your fidyah donation through HDF ensures that meals reach those who need them most.
What is Kaffarah?
Kaffarah is an expiation required for certain violations of religious duties, such as intentionally breaking a fast during Ramadan without a valid excuse or breaking an oath. It serves as a means of seeking forgiveness from Allah (SWT) and making amends by feeding the less fortunate.
Depending on the type of violation, kaffarah may require feeding a specific number of people, fasting for an extended period, or making a financial contribution to support those in need.
What is Fitra?
Fitra, also known as Zakat al-Fitr, is a required charitable donation given at the end of Ramadan, before the Eid-ul-Fitr prayers. It serves as an expression of gratitude to Allah (SWT) for the ability to observe Ramadan and as a means of purifying one’s fasts.
Fulfill your Obligations
Fidyah is a duty. Support the needy with HDF.
Fulfill Your Obligation with HDF
At HDF, we believe in making it easy for our community to fulfill their religious obligations while supporting those in need.
Your fidyah and kaffarah donations directly provide essential meals to vulnerable communities, ensuring that your contribution fulfills your obligation while making a real impact. Give today and help those in need while seeking Allah’s mercy and forgiveness.
$12 per person in each household
$15/Day or $450 for all of Ramadan
