Zakat is one of the five pillars of Islam and a fundamental act of worship that purifies wealth while supporting those most in need. It is an obligatory form of charity for eligible Muslims and plays a vital role in promoting compassion, social justice, and community welfare.
The obligation of Zakat is clearly established in the Qur’an, the Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), and the unanimous agreement of Muslim scholars throughout Islamic history. By fulfilling this duty, Muslims demonstrate gratitude to Allah, strengthen their faith, and help provide essential support to eligible recipients as prescribed in Islamic teachings.
Fulfil your religious obligation while bringing hope to vulnerable families around the world. By donating your Zakat through Ensar Welfare Trust, you can help provide food, clean water, healthcare, education, orphan support, and emergency relief to those most in need.
Give your Zakat today and help transform lives for the sake of Allah.
“Take from their wealth a charity by which you purify them and cause them increase.” (Qur’an 9:103)
Zakat is one of the Five Pillars of Islam and an obligatory act of worship for every eligible Muslim. It is a fixed annual contribution paid by Muslims whose wealth exceeds the minimum threshold (Nisab), ensuring that those in need receive their rightful share.
The recipients of Zakat are clearly defined by Allah in the Qur’an:
“Zakat expenditures are only for the poor, the needy, those employed to collect it, those whose hearts are to be reconciled, for freeing captives, for those in debt, for the cause of Allah, and for the stranded traveller.” (Qur’an 9:60)
The obligation of Zakat is firmly established in the Qur’an, the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, and the consensus of Muslim scholars throughout history. By giving Zakat, Muslims purify their wealth, strengthen their faith, and fulfil an important responsibility towards society.
Nisab is the minimum amount of wealth a Muslim must possess before Zakat becomes obligatory.
The Nisab threshold is equal to either:
If your total Zakatable wealth has remained above the Nisab for one complete lunar year (Hijri year), you are required to pay 2.5% of your qualifying assets as Zakat.
Calculating your Zakat is straightforward:
Zakat becomes due once your qualifying wealth has remained above the Nisab for one complete lunar year.
Every Muslim is responsible for calculating their own Zakat and ensuring it is paid on time. Many people choose a fixed date each Hijri year—such as during Ramadan—to calculate and distribute their Zakat.
When you donate your Zakat to Ensar Welfare Trust, your contribution helps provide life-changing support to eligible beneficiaries through carefully managed humanitarian projects. Your Zakat can help feed hungry families, support orphans, deliver clean water, provide medical assistance, and respond to emergencies in accordance with Islamic guidelines.
Together, we can fulfil this sacred obligation while bringing hope and relief to communities facing hardship.
Donate your Zakat today and make a lasting difference.
