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Islamic finance experts advise people to choose Sharia-compliant institutions for Zakat and charity. Some organizations collect donations but invest them in interest-based ways, against Islamic rules. Donors should research recipients, especially hospitals and NGOs. They should ask about fund collection, usage, and investments before giving. Organizations should make their financial records public and get Sharia audits. People donate during Ramadan, but they should avoid institutions using interest-based investments. Zakat should go to deserving individuals first, then to organizations. Scholars warn against donating to non-Sharia-compliant organizations. #ShariaCompliantDonations #sparkpakistan

The Movements Trust believes social movements have the power to change the world - but they are excluded from many funding opportunities because so much funding is only available to registered charities, or to groups who have significant fundraising resources -  meaning amazing social movements can struggle to mobilise and sustain their work. We are a new movement building intermediary, unique in that we partner with movements to  provide a bridge so they can access funding - we have uncovered significant need within the movement world - we are very close to our milestone of unlocking £1M in funding and have 75 movements in our family. We have transferred funds for nearly 30 different donors, so we offer a valuable service to philanthropy. Importantly, our ethos is to keep our costs and fees low - so please consider contributing to our core operational costs so that we can continue supporting our amazing movements, like Lokiaka CDC who are working to secure Indigenous Women’s land rights in Niger Delta in Nigeria #socialmovements #peoplepower #fundorganising #reformphilanthropy https://lnkd.in/ezjV9jvs

Some interesting stats from the Charities Aid Foundation (CAF) Aid Foundation, based on a Gallup 2023 survey of more than 145,000 respondents from 142 countries, examined the percentage of people who donated money to charity in the past month. The highest numbers of monetary donations were recorded in Indonesia – 90%, Myanmar – 78%, Malta – 74% and Ireland at coming in 9th at a very impressive 65% The lowest figures were recorded in Georgia, Botswana – 6%, and Tunisia and Yemen –7%.

As I've shared a few times before, I never in my wildest dreams imagined that we could build a school, let alone a school as beautiful as this one. In the video, you can see Yuri, who is part of Hai and oversees all the construction processes in Kenya. Building something in Kenya as a foreigner is SUCH a big challenge that every day is an adventure. But the important thing is that everything is going perfectly well. Today is a bonus day on Global Giving (the fundraising platform we use), and for every $100 donation, Global Giving donates an additional 40%. It's a donation with high value, but the important thing is to donate, regardless of the amount. In other words, if you want to help us finish the construction, donate any amount to the campaign for our new school. Let's finish the construction of the most beautiful school in Kabiria together <3 https://lnkd.in/dRtv3RnP Ass: Mariana - Hai Africa Founder. #bonusday #globalgiving

What gives people a reason to give? 🎁🫶 Our National Giving Study 2023 surveyed 1,951 respondents and 112 focus group participants to find out just that: how much, how often, and in what ways people in Singapore give, as well as what drives and holds back their giving behaviour.     Those who were more likely to donate and volunteer are those:     • who donated or volunteered as children; 👦🏽👧🏽   • are interested in social issues; 📰⚖️  • who participate actively in religious life; 🙏🏿🙌🏾  • and who trust charities and those outside their own social circles.🤝     We also found that some younger Singaporeans have taken to new, alternative ways of giving which require smaller time and financial commitments.     To learn more, read our full PDF report at https://lnkd.in/gAZYbNTt -  and share your thoughts with us here! #nationalgivingstudy #nationalgivingstudy2023 #ngs2023 #nonprofit #charity #nvpc #cityofgood #singapore

Topic for discussions, thank you Oladele Dosunmu After watching this short clip. I challenge you LinkedIn community to challenge and redefine, both the Status quo and the current narrative.... Over to you.. What will you do... Remember... Nothing changes, IF Nothing changes. #narratives #challenges #solutions #realism #allyship

🌍 Declutter with Purpose: Make a Difference with B2bab Foundation! 🌍 Is your home filled with gently used items you no longer need? 🌱 Instead of letting them gather dust, why not give them a new purpose? By donating to B2bab Foundation, your pre-loved clothes, household items, and more can bring hope to those in need! 📦 How it Works: Your donated items will either be given directly to families and individuals who need them or sold for a small amount, helping us raise essential funds to keep our mission alive. 🤝 Why It Matters: Your generosity not only declutters your space but also empowers us to continue supporting underprivileged communities and expanding our outreach efforts. Small items, big impact—every bit counts! ✨ Join Us in Giving Back! ✨ Swipe to see how you can donate, or reach out via DM. Together, let’s create a cycle of compassion and sustainability. #DeclutterForGood #B2babFoundation #GiveWithPurpose #MakeADifference #SupportCommunities #My3MTT #3MTTWeeklyReflection 3MTT Nigeria IHS Towers NITDA Nigeria

Check out this new report about British Muslim Giving Behaviours from Consultancy Blue State. Their research found British Muslims are the most generous group in the UK, giving more than four times as much money to charity each year than the British average: ·      British Muslims gave £708 each on average over 12 months, compared to £165 for the wider UK population - over four times more ·      Almost half (49%) are planning to give more to charity in the next year ·      3 in 4 have already donated to support individuals impacted by the war in Gaza ·      1 in 2 are open to giving their Zakat to charitable organisations ·      Ease and transparency are crucial motivators when it comes to giving   ·      Muslims in the UK are also twice as likely as the British average to raise money via community events and via personal challenges such as running marathons https://lnkd.in/e7fptn3s

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🏆 2023 was a record-breaking year for philanthropy in Kosovo. Surpassing even the surge of giving during COVID, citizens, companies and nonprofits in donated over 8.7 million EUR for the common good. In partnership with Kosovar Civil Society Foundation (KCSF), we have gathered and analyzed the data and we present to you the Giving Kosovo 2023 Report on The State of Philanthropy, produced within the Citizens Engagement Activity with the support of USAID. Find out: 🔸 Who were the top donors? 🔸 What causes saw the most support? 🔸 Who received the largest donations? - and much more, with detailed explanations and examples of giving. Full report at the link: https://lnkd.in/d-UcBXBk #citizenengagementactivity