Top 6 Islamic Charitable OrganizationsMuslims generally strive to be generous and humble in their charitable contributions, but it is getting harder to do so in today's climate of suspicion and fear. Some Islamic charities have been shut down on allegations of re-routing funds to terrorist causes, causing Muslims to become wary of where their money is going. We advise each person to thoroughly research any organization before making a donation. As the "war on terrorism" continues, some Islamic charitable organizations have been targeted and shut down by the U.S. government under accusations of terrorist ties. The U.S. Treasury Dept. is responsible for administering sanctions against terrorists and other criminals. To ensure that your contribution reaches its intended recipients, steer clear of questionable groups and contribute through reputable, international organizations. Islamic Relief is an international relief and development organization with full-time offices in 25 countries and provides assistance in over 30 countries worldwide.
Islamic Relief's USA office has been given a 4-star rating by Charity Navigator. Islamic Relief works in partnership with other international aid organizations, church groups, and local relief agencies in the areas they serve.
A program of the Islamic Circle of North America (ICNA), ICNA Relief is a humanitarian relief and development organization which responds to emergency and disaster situations at home and abroad. ICNA Relief runs special programs to help the needy in poor neighborhoods within North America. Founded in 1986, Mercy-USA is a non-profit relief and development organization. Their projects focus on improving health and promoting economic and educational growth around the world. Mercy-USA has earned a 3-star rating by Charity Navigator. Muslim Aid Australia aims to provide emergency, long-term assistance and other charitable work to alleviate the pain of those suffering and in need of relief. The organization has signed on to the ACFID Code of Conduct, which requires high standards of public accountability. This is an email listserv for all persons interested in relief efforts. The listserv serves as a resource to identify impending or current relief crises, and to discuss means by which people can support relief efforts across the globe. If you would like to share information about other reputable Islamic charity organizations, please email me. | 
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