Virtues of Sponsoring an Orphan

Sponsoring an orphan is one of the righteous deeds that Islam encourages us to do. Allah’s Messenger has promised a place next to him for the one who looks after an orphan.

As he ﷺ said:

“I and the one who sponsors an orphan will be in Paradise like these two” – and he gestured with his forefinger and middle finger, holding them apart.

Al-Bukhaari, 5304

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WHY SPONSOR AN ORPHAN

In a world where childhood should be carefree, many young children carry the heavy burden of orphanhood. Sponsoring an orphan is not just an act of charity; it’s a heartfelt commitment rooted in Islamic teachings.

These children often face harsh realities, growing up without the warmth of parental care, often in poverty and adversity. Islam teaches us to take care of orphans and uplift their lives by providing essentials like food, clothing, education, and emotional support.

Your sponsorship isn’t just a gift; it’s a promise to change a child’s life, offering them the love and care they deserve. Sponsor an orphan through the Islamic Welfare Trust and become a beacon of hope for those who need it most.

Sponsor an Orphan – Islamic Perspective

“O you who have believed, spend from the good things which you have earned and from that which We have produced for you from the earth. And do not aim toward the defective therefrom, spending [from that] while you would not take it [yourself] except with closed eyes. And know that Allah is Free of need and Praiseworthy.”

Surah Al-Baqarah (2:267-273)

“Have you seen the one who denies the Recompense? For that is the one who drives away the orphan and does not encourage the feeding of the poor.”

Surah Al-Ma’un (107:1-3)

“So as for the orphan, do not oppress [him]. And as for the petitioner, do not repel [him].”

Surah Al-Duha (93:9-11)

Allah’s Messenger ﷺ said, “The best house among the Muslims is the house in which an orphan has been treated well, and the worst house among the Muslims is the house in which an orphan has been treated badly.”

Sahih Bukhari, Book 73, Hadith 34

Prophet ﷺ Was an Orphan

Prophet Muhammad ﷺ was an orphan, yet throughout his life, he ﷺ never felt the absence of his father.

Have you ever wondered why?

Because the people around him understood the importance of caring for an orphan. They looked after him and provided him with the best environment to grow, allowing him to become not only the leader of his nation but also a guiding light and a source of mercy for all of humanity.

Furthermore, he ﷺ was an advocate for the rights of the vulnerable. In numerous narrations, he ﷺ encouraged us to take care of orphans and promised great rewards for those who sponsored an orphan.

As he ﷺ said:

“I and the one who sponsors an orphan will be in Paradise like these two” – and he gestured with his forefinger and middle finger, holding them apart.

Al-Bukhaari, 5304

Sponsor an orphan with us and bring light, love and lasting change in the lives of orphans.

ORPHANS IN PAKISTAN

In Pakistan, a land filled with resilience and hope, there are more than 5 million orphaned children who confront life’s harsh realities. Orphanhood, coupled with poverty, makes their daily existence a challenging struggle. Often, the elder sibling must become the family’s provider, while mothers care for younger siblings. These children endure difficulties, from insufficient food and clothing to limited access to education, and are susceptible to exploitation. Your support can make a profound difference in their lives. We invite you to join us in sponsoring these orphans, offering them the promise of a brighter future.

Become a ray of hope for the orphans in Pakistan – one at a time. Sponsor an Orphan in Pakistan.

ORPHANS IN GAZA

In Gaza, a land marked by resilience amidst the aftermath of the 2023 war’s destruction, countless orphaned children bear the heavy weight of life’s harsh realities. Orphanhood, amidst the backdrop of devastation and economic challenges, adds another layer of struggle to their daily lives. Often, the eldest sibling takes on the role of the family’s provider, while mothers care for younger brothers and sisters amidst the rubble of their homes. These children grapple with hardships, from insufficient food and clothing to limited access to education, and their vulnerability to exploitation is ever-present.

Become a beacon of hope for the orphans in Gaza – one at a time. Sponsor an Orphan in Gaza.

ORPHANS IN GAZA

In Gaza, a land marked by resilience amidst the aftermath of the 2023 war’s destruction, countless orphaned children bear the heavy weight of life’s harsh realities. Orphanhood, amidst the backdrop of devastation and economic challenges, adds another layer of struggle to their daily lives. Often, the eldest sibling takes on the role of the family’s provider, while mothers care for younger brothers and sisters amidst the rubble of their homes. These children grapple with hardships, from insufficient food and clothing to limited access to education, and their vulnerability to exploitation is ever-present.

Become a beacon of hope for the orphans in Gaza – one at a time. Sponsor an Orphan in Gaza.

ORPHANS IN YEMEN

In Yemen, a nation facing adversity and uncertainty, countless orphaned children bear the weight of life’s harsh realities. Orphanhood, amid a challenging economic landscape, adds another layer of struggle to their daily lives. Often, the eldest sibling takes on the role of the family’s provider, while mothers care for younger brothers and sisters. These children grapple with hardships, ranging from insufficient food and clothing to limited access to education, leaving them vulnerable to exploitation.

Become a beacon of hope for the orphans in Yemen- one at a time. Sponsor an Orphan in Yemen.

ORPHANS IN SYRIA

In war-torn Syria, a land scarred by turmoil and uncertainty, countless orphaned children carry the heavy weight of life’s harsh realities. Being an orphan, amidst the backdrop of conflict and insecurity, makes their daily struggles even more challenging. Often, the older sibling steps into the role of the family’s provider, while mothers do their best to care for their younger brothers and sisters. These children endure difficulties, from not having enough to eat or wear to having limited access to education. Their vulnerability to exploitation only adds to their hardships.

Give hope to the orphans in Syria – one at a time. Sponsor an Orphan in Syria.

ORPHANS IN SYRIA

In war-torn Syria, a land scarred by turmoil and uncertainty, countless orphaned children carry the heavy weight of life’s harsh realities. Being an orphan, amidst the backdrop of conflict and insecurity, makes their daily struggles even more challenging. Often, the older sibling steps into the role of the family’s provider, while mothers do their best to care for their younger brothers and sisters. These children endure difficulties, from not having enough to eat or wear to having limited access to education. Their vulnerability to exploitation only adds to their hardships.

Give hope to the orphans in Syria – one at a time. Sponsor an Orphan in Syria.

OUR VISION FOR THE ORPHANS

At Islamic Welfare Trust, we believe that every child deserves a happy, healthy childhood and the opportunity to build a brighter future. Sponsor an Orphan with Islamic Welfare Trust and help realise this vision.

Your sponsorship will help provide food, clothes, healthcare, and most importantly education. With this money, the guardian of this orphan or vulnerable child will have enough funds to properly care for this child.

For less than £1 a day, you can sponsor an orphan in Pakistan, Syria, Yemen or Gaza. Give vulnerable children the chance to break out of poverty and build a better future for themselves.

Help Change Lives of Orphans

Millions of orphans and their widowed mothers are living on less than £1 a day. This means they cannot afford nutritious food, buy clothes and shoes to protect themselves from harsh weather, and, most worryingly, cannot afford medical treatments if they fall ill, and education is out of their reach. Unfortunately, if this continues, these numbers will continue to grow. We must act, and we must act now.

As a Muslim Charity, we have been helping the poor and needy Muslim families across the world for nearly two decades. However, all this has been made possible with your support and donations. Continue donating to ‘sponsor a food pack appeal’ so we can help bring families out of poverty – one at a time!

If you are looking to donate to the Gaza Emergency Appeal, Yemen Emergency Appeal, Syrian Refugee Crisis Appeal, Turkey-Syria Earthquake Appeal, Afghanistan Emergency Appeal, Pakistan Floods Appeal, Rohingya Refugee Crisis Appeal, or Africa Drought Appeal, Insha’Allah donate with confidence. With your ongoing support, we can only respond to emergencies like conflicts, wars, and crises. We urge you to donate your Sadaqah and Zakat to these appeals so that together we can protect lives throughout the year and in times of crisis.

However, if you are looking to build a Masjid as Sadaqah Jariyah for your loved ones, or if you wish to build a water pump, donate a food pack, sponsor a sewing machine, sponsor an orphan, sponsor a hafiz, or need to give Kaffarah for Breaking an Oath, consider our appeals. Donate to the Ramadan Food Appeal, the Ramadan Zakat Appeal, or simply donate your Zakat to assist the poor and needy around the world. Insha’Allah, donate with confidence for the sake of Allah.

Islamic Charity – Under the Supervision of Islamic Scholars

Alhamdulillah, our name gives the message. We are an Islamic Charity aiming to help the Ummah in need. This is how our donation policy works:

  1. Your donation is your Amanah
  2. We will spend your donation on the project you donated for.
  3. For every Emergency Appeal e.g. Pakistan Floods Appeal, Syria Emergency Appeal, Yemen Emergency Appeal, Gaza Emergency Appeal or Rohingya Crisis Appeal, we operate a 100% Donation Policy – no admin, no salary
  4. Zakat: 100% Zakat Policy
  5. For remaining appeals and projects we operate on a 90% donation policy. 10% is used for administration and marketing.

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