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The suffering of IDPs and affected families in Rafah City, south of the Gaza Strip.

Eid in the ruins of Gaza

March 26, 2025

For families in Gaza, this Eid will be another test of resilience. Many have endured months of hardship, struggling to find food, clean water, and medical care. Children who should be looking forward to the excitement of Eid instead face…

IF Charity staff in Gaza, with an ambulance from our Outreach Programme supporting disabled Gazans

Send your Zakat to Gaza with IF Charity

March 22, 2025

Zakat is more than just an obligation – it is a powerful means of transforming lives. In Gaza, where communities have endured immense hardship, your Zakat can provide essential relief, bringing food, clean water, medical aid, and hope to those…

A lantern seen, with a mosque in the background

Making the most of the last 10 days of Ramadan

March 17, 2025

The final ten days of Ramadan hold profound significance for Muslims worldwide. This sacred period is dedicated to intensified worship, deep reflection, and increased acts of charity. During these nights, Laylat al-Qadr (the Night of Power) is believed to occur…

Hot meals being distributed by IF Charity in a UN-run school turned shelter in Gaza

Supporting Gaza’s community this Ramadan: A time to give, a time to heal

March 11, 2025

Ramadan is a time of reflection, gratitude, and generosity. It is a month that reminds us of our duty to help those in need, especially our brothers and sisters in Gaza, where families face immense hardship. This Ramadan, you have…

Hot meals distribution by IF Charity teams in Gaza, February 2025 [IF Charity]

The invisible scars of war: the psychological trauma faced by Gaza’s children

March 6, 2025

The recent conflict in Gaza has left a devastating mark on children, not only through physical destruction but also in the form of deep psychological wounds that may take years – if not a lifetime – to heal. While the…

A Muslim family doing dua before an Iftar meal at Ramadan

Kaffarah and Fidya: Your guide to fulfilling obligations and supporting Gaza

February 25, 2025

In Islamic teachings, acts of faith are deeply connected with compassion and generosity. Kaffarah and Fidya are two forms of expiation that allow Muslims to atone for lapses in religious duties while aiding those in need. With IF Charity, your…

IF Charity workers distribute food in North Gaza, as part of Emergency Response campaign in 2024

Fighting Hunger in Gaza – One meal at a time

February 12, 2025

The humanitarian crisis in Gaza has reached unprecedented levels, with the entire population facing severe food insecurity. Recent reports indicate that 22% of Gaza’s residents are experiencing catastrophic food shortages, and approximately 3,500 children are at risk of death due…

IF Charity workers distribute fresh drinking water in North Gaza, as part of Emergency Response campaign in 2024

Lack of Clean Water Adds to the Misery in Gaza

February 3, 2025

The ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza has led to severe water scarcity, leaving over 2 million residents without access to clean and safe drinking water. The destruction of vital infrastructure, ongoing conflict, and a lack of essential resources have exacerbated…

Dome of the Rock, located in the Al Aqsa Mosque Compound in Jerusalem

The Night Journey (Isra and Miraj)

January 23, 2025

The Night Journey, known as Isra and Miraj, is one of Islamic history’s most profound and spiritually significant events. It marks the miraculous journey of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) from Makkah to Jerusalem and then to the…

The suffering of IDPs and affected families in Rafah City, south of the Gaza Strip.

Gaza Ceasefire: What it means for humanitarian efforts

January 17, 2025

The recent ceasefire agreement in Gaza, set to commence on January 19, 2025, marks a pivotal moment after 15 months of intense conflict that resulted in over 46,000 Palestinian deaths and more than 110,000 people wounded – many with life-changing…