Harness the Power of Your Zakat
You’re not helpless to provide aid to those who are suffering
We are witnessing unimaginable worldwide suffering. The catastrophe in Gaza; years long misery and hunger in northwest Syria; near famine in Yemen and parts of East Africa have left many of us feeling helpless. Staying steadfast in faith, we know that Allah SWT will provide peace, comfort and justice to the innocent in this world or the Hereafter. Allah SWT has charged us with putting our Zakat to work helping those who are oppressed, poor and suffering.
Mercy-USA has been putting your Zakat to work around the world for 36 years. We work hard to distribute your gift to the most needy among us with efficiency and care. We are able to deliver your Zakat to those far from us in physical distance but close to our hearts.
For 36 years now, you can trust Mercy-USA to put your Zakat to work helping those who need it the most.
Food Aid Mercy-USA distributes food aid in parts of the world where a mother says sleep is a relief simply because it’s a respite from the worry of what to feed her little ones. Gaza, Yemen and Syria are benefiting from our food aid programs. In addition, we are distributing Iftar and Fitra food aid to families in 11 different countries.
Healthcare Mercy-USA provides free healthcare to children and their families in Somalia, Syria, Gaza and Lebanon. In Syria, we operate a stationary healthcare center and mobile medical clinics in IDP camps located far from other health facilities. Lebanon projects include a mobile medical unit and mobile rapid response teams for health and malnutrition prevention. In Gaza, we offer mammograms and support for those with chronic illnesses during times of peace and emergency care during the current crisis through UNRWA. Our mother and child health facilities in Somalia treat tens of thousands of patients each year providing nutrition care, pre- and post-natal care, as well as birthing services. We have nutrition centers around the country as well as numerous TB treatment centers.
Shelter & Winterization Your Zakat can give a home to a family who has lost everything. Syrian families have been living in worn out tents waiting for an opportunity to have a safe and warm home. We are also addressing the shelter needs of earthquake survivors in Syria.
Education Mercy-USA supports education for children and young adults. We stock public school libraries in Albania and Bosnia with new books each year. We have free after-school English and computer training there as well. We support special needs students in Bosnia and support a school for the blind in Gaza.
Agriculture & Economic Development The work of rebuilding communities after war or natural disasters requires years of focused dedication. Mercy-USA’s agriculture programs provide modern and innovative technical assistance plus the inputs and tools needed to start up, strengthen resiliency to climate change and improve yields. We support entrepreneurial enterprises to provide opportunities for small businesses.
Clean Water Somalia is on the brink of a famine due to years of failed rainy seasons. Traditional water sources have dried up due to this climate crisis. Since 1997, Mercy-USA has played a vital role in providing safe drinking water in Somalia, digging and repairing over 800 wells. This project is one of the best ways to give your Zakat or Sadaqah Jariyah. Each well for a community is $4,700. You can pay it in one lump sum, or spread out your payments throughout the year.
Emergency Relief When catastrophes as in Gaza happen or disasters strike like the major earthquakes in Turkey and Syria, Mercy-USA is at the ready to provide immediate and appropriate relief to those affected.
