Where to Give Your Zakat

Government-registered Muslim charities across 17 countries.

All organizations listed are government-registered charities in their respective countries. Listing here is not an endorsement — always verify registration status directly before donating.

Islamic Relief Canada

International Relief Local Distribution

International humanitarian relief with local programs across Canada. One of the largest Muslim charities operating in the country.

CRA Registered: BN 821565688RR0001

Human Concern International

International Relief

International development and humanitarian relief. Based in Ottawa, Canada.

CRA Registered: BN 119219476RR0001

International Development & Relief Foundation (IDRF)

International Relief Local Distribution

Development, relief, and local programs in Canada and internationally.

CRA Registered: BN 141815933RR0001

National Zakat Foundation Canada

Local Distribution

Dedicated to collecting and distributing Zakat locally to Muslims in Canada who are eligible recipients.

CRA Registered: BN 794660050RR0001

Canada Zakat (DawaNet)

Local Distribution

Local Zakat collection and distribution program under DawaNet, serving Canadian Muslim communities.

CRA Registered: BN 762916476RR0001

ICNA Relief Canada

International Relief Local Distribution

Social services and humanitarian relief, including food banks, refugee resettlement, and international programs.

CRA Registered: BN 836468698RR0001

Muslim Association of Canada (MAC) Foundation

Local Distribution

Community development, education support, and local outreach programs for Canadian Muslims.

CRA Registered: BN 897913344RR0001

Islamic Relief USA

International Relief Local Distribution

One of the largest Muslim humanitarian organizations in the USA, providing international emergency relief and local programs.

IRS 501(c)(3): EIN 95-4453134

Zakat Foundation of America

International Relief Local Distribution

Emergency relief, education, and orphan sponsorship worldwide. Accepts and distributes Zakat in the USA and internationally.

IRS 501(c)(3): EIN 36-4476244

Helping Hand for Relief & Development (HHRD)

International Relief

Disaster relief and sustainable development programs in over 30 countries.

IRS 501(c)(3): EIN 36-4582186

ICNA Relief USA

International Relief Local Distribution

Domestic social services including food pantries, disaster relief, and refugee assistance, plus international programs.

IRS 501(c)(3): EIN 11-3231048

United Muslim Relief (UMR)

International Relief

International humanitarian aid responding to crises and supporting long-term development.

IRS 501(c)(3): EIN 20-0800422

Muslim Aid USA

International Relief

International relief and development, focusing on emergency response and long-term aid.

IRS 501(c)(3): EIN 82-2169123

Embracing

Local Distribution

Mental health counseling and social services for Muslim communities across the USA. Focuses entirely on local needs.

IRS 501(c)(3): See website

National Zakat Foundation

Local Distribution

Collects and locally distributes Zakat to eligible Muslims across the UK, helping them become self-sufficient.

Charity Commission (England & Wales): Charity No. 1153719

Penny Appeal

International Relief

Award-winning UK charity transforming lives across Asia, Africa, and the Middle East through water, food, and education projects.

Charity Commission (England & Wales): Charity No. 1128341

Muslim Aid

International Relief

British Muslim charity delivering emergency relief, development programs, and community support worldwide since 1985.

Charity Commission (England & Wales): Charity No. 1176462

Human Appeal

International Relief

Provides emergency relief and sustainable development projects focusing on the most vulnerable communities globally.

Charity Commission (England & Wales): Charity No. 1094904

Ummah Welfare Trust

International Relief

British Muslim charity providing food, water, shelter, and education support to communities in need across many countries.

Charity Commission (England & Wales): Charity No. 1000851

Human Appeal Australia

International Relief

Delivers food, water, and emergency aid to communities across Asia, Africa and the Middle East from its Australian base.

ACNC Registered: See website

Penny Appeal Australia

International Relief

Fighting poverty through small donations that make a big difference — water, food, orphan care, and emergency relief.

ACNC Registered: See website

Muslim Aid Australia

International Relief

Provides aid to vulnerable communities regardless of religion, race, or nationality, with a focus on sustainable development.

ACNC Registered: See website

Zakat Foundation of Australia

Local Distribution

Collects and distributes Zakat within Australia and internationally, helping Muslims fulfill their obligation effectively.

ACNC Registered: See website

Al Imdaad Foundation

Local Distribution International Relief

South African Muslim charity providing food parcels, orphan care, and disaster relief to communities locally and abroad.

NPO Registered: NPO 020-938

Islamic Relief South Africa

International Relief

Humanitarian organization providing relief and development support to vulnerable communities in South Africa and across Africa.

NPO Registered: See website

Africa Muslim Agency (AMA)

International Relief

Delivers relief, development, and educational programs across Africa, serving Muslim and non-Muslim communities alike.

NPO Registered: See website

Muslim Helfen

International Relief

Provides food aid, drinking water projects, and emergency assistance to impoverished communities in crisis regions.

Gemeinnütziger Verein (e.V.): See website

Hilfswerk Islam

International Relief

German Muslim charity supporting orphans, providing emergency relief, and funding education projects globally.

Gemeinnütziger Verein (e.V.): See website

Islamic Relief France

International Relief

French branch of Islamic Relief delivering humanitarian assistance and development projects across four continents.

Association Loi 1901: See website

Muslim Aid France

Local Distribution International Relief

Collects Zakat and Sadaqah from French Muslims and channels them to eligible recipients in France and internationally.

Association Loi 1901: See website

Human Appeal Nederland

International Relief

Netherlands-based humanitarian organization funding food, water, and medical assistance programs in crisis regions.

ANBI Recognized: See website

Muslim Sisters of Éire

Local Distribution

Empowers Muslim women and families in Ireland through community support, Zakat distribution, and social welfare programs.

Revenue Approved Charity (CHY): See website

Human Appeal Sverige

International Relief

Swedish office of Human Appeal raising funds for emergency relief and sustainable development across crisis regions.

Ideell Förening: See website

Human Appeal Norge

International Relief

Norwegian office of Human Appeal providing emergency relief, food, and water programs to vulnerable communities globally.

Frivillighetsregisteret: See website

Human Appeal New Zealand

International Relief

NZ fundraising arm of Human Appeal delivering relief and development aid to crisis-affected communities worldwide.

Charities Commission NZ: See website

MERCY Malaysia

International Relief

International humanitarian organization providing emergency medical and relief assistance globally since 1999.

ROS Registered: See website

Yayasan Hasanah

Local Distribution

Malaysian foundation supporting education, economic empowerment, and community development for underprivileged Malaysians.

ROS Registered: See website

Manabik Shahajya Sangstha (MSS)

Local Distribution

Bangladeshi development organization supporting marginalized communities through livelihood, health, and education programs.

NGO Affairs Bureau: See website

Edhi Foundation

Local Distribution

Pakistan's largest welfare organization providing free ambulance service, orphanages, homeless shelters, and rehabilitation since 1951.

SECP Registered: See website

Helping Hand Foundation India

Local Distribution

Indian Muslim NGO delivering education, healthcare, and relief programs to underprivileged communities nationwide.

FCRA Registered: See website

Deniz Feneri Derneği

Local Distribution International Relief

Turkish charity providing social aid, food support, and international humanitarian assistance to those in need globally.

İçişleri Bakanlığı Dernek: See website

Disclaimer: This directory is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a religious ruling on Zakat eligibility. For guidance on eligible Zakat recipients, consult a qualified Islamic scholar.