Dear Supporter ,
Asalamu Alaikum,
In 2021, your generous contributions helped Zakat Chicago alleviate multiple challenges in our community and improve the lives of thousands of individuals. Because of you:
• Tens of thousands of needy families and individuals were able to access free and healthy food year-round through our partner food pantries across Chicagoland.
• We were able to provide full financial sponsorship to the newly established Rahmah-Zakat Chicago Halal Food Pantry in Niles, Illinois which supports hundreds of needy Muslim families in the surrounding area.
• 55 local Muslim leaders were certified in Mental Health First Aid which teaches community members how to give first aid to individuals experiencing a mental health crisis and/or who are in the early stages of a mental health disorder.
• 4,000 Winter Kits, which include brand new jackets, hats, socks, and gloves, were distributed to needy families and unsheltered individuals to provide life-changing warmth during Chicago's extremely cold winters.
Thank you and Jazakum Allahu Khairan for your kindness and generosity in 2021. We look forward to creating even more of a local impact with you in 2022, insha'Allah.