About Us
Welcome Message
Assalamualaikum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuhu
As the CEO of the National Zakat Foundation (NZF), it is my honour to present our organisation to you. NZF is a globally recognised Islamic organisation dedicated to the responsible collection and equitable distribution of zakat and sadaqah funds within our local communities. Our mission is to ensure these vital resources reach eligible individuals and families, providing them with the support they need to navigate life’s challenges.
Since our establishment in New Zealand in 2022, we have been guided by the core principles of compassion, equity, and social justice. We aim to foster a society where every Muslim can access the resources necessary to thrive regardless of their background or circumstances. We believe no one should be left behind, and it is our duty to ensure that the distribution of wealth and support reflects these values.
Through NZF, we offer critical assistance in the form of financial services, focusing on essential needs. Our collaborative efforts with local service partners across New Zealand allow us to provide targeted support in key areas such as Health, Employment, Family, Education, Housing, Refugee Resettlement, and Advocacy. Together, we work to create a future where every individual is empowered to live with dignity and opportunity.
I invite you to join us on this journey of meaningful impact, as we continue to build a stronger, more just community for all.
JazakhAllah Khair
Our Vision
Our vision is to see Islam flourish in society as a source of prosperity, compassion, and harmony for all. By fostering a sense of collective responsibility, we envision a future where the values of Islam contribute to a more just, inclusive, and prosperous society
Our Mission
Our mission is to distribute Zakat across the entire New Zealand community, reaching both the North and South Islands, in a way that is truly transformative. We are committed to ensuring that Zakat is not merely a form of financial assistance but a powerful tool for uplifting individuals, strengthening communities, and addressing systemic challenges nationwide
Board of Trustees
- Dawud Bahadur
- Ishrar Mohammed
Board of Directors
- Tasleem Ali
- Dawud Bahadur
- Azmina Siddeeque
- Tasneem Mohammed
- Ishrar Mohammed
Shariah Board
- Dr Shaykh Anwar Sahib
- Dr Shaykh Farid Ali
- Shaykh Mouaz Abed
- Shaykh Ziyaul Haque
Operations Team
Marketing
- Faaiza Khan
- Mosdaf Kalif
- Zahraa Zamin
- Amirah Idzwan
- Alzarin Khan
- Sameer Mohammed
Finance
- Jessicah Putai
ICT
- Jereeth Abdean
- Yamin Syed
- Asad Ali
Administration
- Faaria Dean
- Zainab Tahir
- Zahra Tahir
Events
- Sara Ahmed
- Asma Mirza
What We Do
Our work covers five core areas that together form an end-to-end service for the Muslim community in New Zealand with respect to Zakat.
Collection
Our work covers five core areas that together form an end-to-end service for the Muslim community in New Zealand with respect to Zakat.
Distribution
To efficiently and effectively distribute Zakat and Sadaqah funds to deserving members of the Muslim community in New Zealand.
Awareness
Raising awareness about the obligation of paying Zakat, its great importance in empowering the Muslim community and the urgent need for Zakat distribution in New Zealand.
Education
Providing the Muslim community with easily accessible knowledge about Zakat and the means to help implement it accurately.
Calculation
Providing the Muslim community with the most effective and accurate means of calculating Zakat
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