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Follow the Sunnah and Help an Orphan
“Blessed is the wealth of the Muslim, from which he gives to the poor, the orphan, and the wayfarer.” (Muslim)
Every child deserves a safe and loving home, but millions of children around the world are orphaned due to war, poverty, and hardship, leaving them without necessities like food, water, and shelter.
Muslim Hands Canada has been caring for orphans in countries including Mali, Niger, Senegal, Gambia and Pakistan. For just $60 a month ($2 a day) you can provide a child with essentials like food, healthcare, education and tools.
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Orphan Sponsorship Safeguarding Policy
Our top priority is protecting the rights of those we work with. We ensure strict protocols are followed to ensure children are always safe.
All our staff members working with children are screened and trained. Our country directors ensure our policies are upheld and any concerns are addressed promptly.
The Journey of Your Sponsorship
What Does my Orphan Sponsorship Include?
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Sponsorship Process & Eligibility
- Q. Do you only sponsor Muslim children?
- Q. Will I receive updates about the orphan and see their development through the years?
- Q. What will you receive as an orphan sponsor?
- Q. Can I establish regular correspondence with the orphan and send gifts to them?
- Q. How long is the orphan sponsorship programme?
- Q. Why should I sponsor with Muslim Hands?
- Q. How do I sponsor an orphan?
- Q. Is your orphan sponsorship Zakat-eligible?
A. Our motto at Muslim Hands is to help anyone who requires assistance, irrespective of his or her religion, gender, ethnicity, or country of origin. Our orphan sponsorship program is Zakat-eligible.
A. Yes, upon sponsoring an orphan, you will get an orphan sponsorship package consisting of pictures, orphan hobbies and other details. You can receive a final school report at the end of the year depending on the country the orphan resides in.
A. Upon sponsoring a child, you will receive an orphan pack that contains information about the child and a recent picture. Thereafter you will receive an annual feedback report updating you on the child’s circumstances, their performance at school as well as a new picture.
You can also request an update on how your sponsored orphan is getting on by sending an email to [email protected]. Please include your donor ID and orphan ID within the email.
A. You can provide funds for gifts, which will be delivered to relevant field offices and sent to your sponsored orphan. However, you cannot have direct contact with the orphan.
A. You can sponsor your orphan yearly, with the option of making monthly donations. However, we encourage you to support a child until he/she reaches the age of 18.
A. Muslim Hand’s orphan sponsorship program has been running since 1993, supporting tens of thousands of orphans through the years in countries including Mali, Niger, The Gambia, Senegal, Pakistan and others. Muslim Hands ensures only the most deserving children are selected for sponsorship. Field officers request legal documents from families, conduct home visits, and assess living conditions. This thorough vetting process guarantees the most deserving orphans receive life-saving necessities like nutrition and health care, as well as education, transportation, books, stationery, and other essentials. The holistic care provided through our orphan sponsorship programs, not only transforms the lives of orphans but also positively impacts families and future generations.
A. You can visit www.muslimhands.ca. You have the option of setting up monthly/yearly donations. You can also call us at +1 289 722 7272 and our donor care representative can help you become a sponsor.
A. Yes, your orphan sponsorship is Zakat-eligible. Please ensure you specify this when setting up your donation.
Impact & Support Provided
A. It would be ideal if you could provide 60 days' notice so we can find a replacement sponsor for your orphan. If you cannot do this, in the interim, we will support your orphan through the General Orphan Fund until the child finds a sponsor. If you cannot sponsor an orphan, you can continue supporting orphans by donating to this fund.
A. Your orphan sponsorship provides a child in need with the protection he or she needs to live a happy childhood with basics such as food, water, education and other essentials. Our field officers ensure orphans are taken care of and live happy and fulfilling lives.
A. Upon sponsoring a child, you will receive an orphan pack that contains information about the child and a recent picture. Thereafter you will receive an annual feedback report updating you on the child’s circumstances, their performance at school as well as a new picture.
You can also request an update on how your sponsored orphan is getting on by sending an email to [email protected]. Please include your donor ID and orphan ID within the email.
A. When you sponsor an orphan with Muslim Hands Canada, you are paired with a child in need. Your monthly contribution is sent to our field offices for immediate distribution, ensuring the child receives ongoing support. This also ensures funds are used for the orphan alone.
Our teams are very thorough in their background checks, ensuring families are screened for orphan eligibility by verifying the birth certificate of the child and the death certificate of the father, among other documents. In Islam, a child is considered an orphan if the father has passed away.
As a sponsor, you will receive a welcome package containing details about your orphan and annual progress updates. Your sponsorship provides orphans with education, meals, healthcare, books, uniforms and transportation. On special occasions like Eid, where logistics permit, we may send Eid cards from your orphan(s).
Our orphan sponsorship program has been operating since 1993, spanning countries such as Mali, Niger, Senegal, The Gambia, Pakistan and others. Your donations are Zakat-eligible, impacting the lives of children and their families.
A. Muslim Hands ensures only the most deserving children are selected for sponsorship.
We conduct thorough checks to ensure children qualify as orphans. Our field officers collect official documents, including death certificates of deceased parent(s) and other legal papers from guardians.
We also visit the children and their families to assess housing conditions and determine whether they are eligible.
This thorough vetting process guarantees the most deserving orphans receive life-saving support.
Communication & Additional Support
A. Definitely! You can write to your sponsored donor. Please send any communication to [email protected] – letters will be forwarded to the relevant field office. Muslim Hands reserves the right to withhold any letters that we consider inappropriate.
A. It may be possible for you to visit your orphan at your own expense. This is determined on a case-by-case basis. If a meeting is permitted, representatives from a Muslim Hands office supervise the visit.
A. Yes, you can send Eid gifts to an orphan through our website.
A. If you wish to provide additional support to your sponsored child, please contact our donor care team at [email protected]. You can send an Eid gift to your child through our website. However, at this point, we don’t accept any non-financial gifts.
A. Yes, upon sponsoring an orphan, you will get an orphan sponsorship pack consisting of pictures, orphan hobbies and other details. You can receive a final school report at the end of the year depending on the country the orphan resides in.
Muslim Hands Canada is an international aid agency and NGO working globally to help those affected by natural disasters, conflict and poverty. Muslim Hands Canada is a registered charity with the Canada Revenue Agency (Charity Registration No. 81126 4985 RR0001).