Project Updates
Ashraful Aid received a recognition gift from the United Nations Relief Works Agency (UNRWA)
Ashraful Aid is honoured to receive a recognition gift from the United Nations Relief Works Agency (UNRWA) in #Jordan for our #support of Palestinian refugees. Alhamdulillah, it is a humbling experience to be acknowledged for the work we do in helping those in need. As an organization, Ashraful Aid has always been dedicated to providing aid and support to those who are most vulnerable. We understand the difficult situations that many of these individuals and families face, and we strive…
Zakaah and Food Aid
Zakaah is an important part of Islam and has been used as a way to offer assistance to those in need for centuries. This includes providing food aid, which has become increasingly important in recent years due to the rise of food insecurity around the world. Ashraful Aid is a humanitarian organisation that helps to alleviate this problem by providing additional food aid to those affected by poverty and famine. The organisation works with local communities and authorities to ensure that…
Governance and transparency
Good governance standards for Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) are essential for the successful management and maintenance of these organizations. Ashraful Aid has set in place high levels of governance to ensure transparency and accountability in its internal operations. These standards ensure that all activities undertaken by the organization, from financial management to decision-making, meet the highest ethical standards. Additionally, they guarantee that resources are used efficiently and effectively while upholding the mission and vision of Ashraful Aid. Through these governance practices, Ashraful…
Zakaah a means to alleviate food insecurity
Zakaah, or the practice of charitable giving in Islam, is one of the five pillars of the faith. It is an obligation for Muslims who have the means to give a portion of their wealth to those in need. One of the main purposes of Zakaah is to provide for the needs of the poor and to help alleviate poverty. One of the ways in which Zakaah can be used to address food insecurity is through the provision of food…
Monitoring and Evaluation for NGOs
Monitoring and evaluations (M&E) are essential for NGOs to ensure that their programs and activities are effective and achieving their intended outcomes. By regularly monitoring and evaluating their work, NGOs can identify areas for improvement, assess the impact of their efforts, and adapt their strategies to better serve those in need. Ashraful Aid is an international humanitarian organisation that places a strong emphasis on monitoring and evaluations. The organisation has a robust M&E framework in place to ensure that its…
Impact of Charity Organizations In South Africa
One example of a charitable organization that has made a significant impact in South Africa is Ashraful Aid International Humanitarian Organization. This organization has one of the largest Zakaah footprints in the country, and its work focuses on providing aid and assistance to those in need, particularly those living in impoverished communities. Through its various programs and initiatives, Ashraful Aid has helped to improve the lives of thousands of people in South Africa by providing access to essential services such…
Ashraful Aid Social Entrepreneurship Programme
Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) are making great strides in the field of social entrepreneurship, by teaching the poor and underprivileged business skills. Ashraful Aid is one such example of an international humanitarian organization that is actively involved in this mission. They provide mentorship and access to resources to help those in need develop their own businesses and become self-sustainable. Through their programs, they are helping people learn how to create a source of income, develop financial literacy and gain practical skills…
Food and Water Security
Ashraful Aid is an organization that works to provide food and water security to those in need. This includes providing food and water to those who are poor or living in areas where access to these essential resources is limited. One of the key ways that Ashraful Aid helps to provide food and water security is through their food distribution programs. These programs provide individuals and families with the food they need to meet their daily nutritional needs. This can…
Challenges For Refugees in Winter
Challenges For Refugees in Winter Every winter, the people in refugee camps suffer more from the rain on their worn-out tents and the cold. Perhaps their most agonizing journey in winter is that of trying to find warmth. The winter months are a time of great suffering for millions of refugees around the world. In refugee camps, tents and makeshift shelters provide little protection from the cold and wet weather. The lack of adequate clothing and blankets leaves many exposed…
Support our Empowerment Program
Donate used or new Clothing, Shoes, Toys or Homeware for unemployed beneficiaries to Resell and earn a living. DROP OFF POINTS 1. Marlboro: 14 Zinnia Drive 2. Lenasia: 21 Turtledove Ave 3. Azaadville: 4 Taj Mahal street For more details, please contact Sumaiya on 072 593 3270.
Mandela Day FEED THE NEEDY campaign
Thank you to Corporate sponsors and the public who purchased tickets and helped us secure 5,000 food hampers for local community groups in Johannesburg. Capitec TDMarkets Masana Petrolium Solution Konica Minolta Gauteng Amka Products (Pty) Ltd. Sedgars BAS Ticketpro Lions Cricket
LET’S FILL UP WANDERERS STADIUM WITH FOOD AND HYGIENE HAMPERS FOR NELSON MANDELA MONTH
Humanitarian Organisation Ashraful Aid in partnership with The Lions Cricket family aims all efforts to assist the City of Joburg’s dire poverty challenges. As part of Nelson Mandela Month, the “Fill up the Stands with food and hygiene hampers” call-to-action campaign will rely on the goodness of the Lions Pride people and public at large to reach out to 32 000 families. Be part of the 67-minutes for Mandela and join Lions Cricket on 18 July from 10h00 at Imperial…
IDC Donates R1.9m Emergency Relief to KZN Appeal
The IDC donation was used towards supplying a total of 200,000 litres of water, over 80 tons of food as well as thousands of hygiene packs, mattresses and blankets to affected communities during May 2022. Areas included Ndwedwe, Umlazi, Inanda, Marianhill, Amaoti, Ntuzuma, Chatsworth, Verulam, Riet River, Phoenix, Isipingo, Kwa Mashu, Molweni, Tongaat, PoloPony, Embo, Tshemimnyana, Chesterville, Lindelani, Newlands, Queensburgh, Malagazi, Welbedacht and Waterfall. “We sympathise with the people of KZN during this trying time. The IDC is deeply concerned about the…
Zakaah Food Hampers South Africa
This Ramadaan, Ashraful Aid handed out 7,640 Zakaah Food Hampers to needy communities in 4 provinces of South Africa, worth over R1,2 million. Our Zakaah projects cover Education, Food Security, Orphan support, Medical supplies, Children’s Homes, Entrepreneurship and Refugee assistance. Your Zakaah can help needy families in South Africa, Mozambique, Malawi, Sudan, Yemen, Syria, Afghanistan, Palestine, Burundi, Madagascar, Zambia, Kenya, Uganda, Zimbabwe and Sri Lanka. Despite serious concerns about household-level food access, South Africa is internationally considered relatively food secure….
50,000 Iftaar Hot Meals served in South Africa
This Ramadaan Ashraful Aid teams served over fifty thousand (50,000) Iftaar Hot Meals to needy communities in 3 provinces through our network of local Masjids, Schools and Madrassas in rural and informal areas. A total of R300,000 was disbursed locally by Ashraful Aid from Iftaar donations received, in addition to in kind sponsorships from various individuals and organisations. Thank you for your support! GAUTENG Azaadville, Kagiso Ext 12, Kagiso Ext 8, Swaniville, Emnandini, Soweto, Kwa-Thema, Springs, Alexandra, Kew Tsutsumani, Hospital…
Gaza Palestine Ramadaan Iftaar Meals
Gaza, Palestine, 12 April 2022 – More than 200 hot meals were handed out for Iftaar as part of Ashraful Aid’s Ramadan feeding campaign, which will include further distributions by international partners in Yemen, Syria and other places. You can assist needy families in by donating your Zakaah, Sadaqah or Lillah at www.ashrafulaid.org
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