A Sacred Trust That Transforms
At Penny Appeal Canada, your 2026 Zakat donation is treated as a sacred trust that we have the honour of keeping.
Every dollar of this Amanah is managed responsibly, guided by the principles of Islamic jurisprudence, to reach those who are entitled to it.
Our dedicated teams work diligently to ensure every act of giving is handled with compassion, integrity, and purpose. Together, we can extend the reach of your generosity, creating lasting change full of blessings for those we serve.
Maximize the Impact of Your Zakat
When you give your Zakat through Penny Appeal Canada, your donation reaches those in need, while at the same time, a small portion supports essential distribution costs. This approach ensures your Zakat not only brings relief to beneficiaries but also strengthens the local economy by creating jobs and empowering communities. Explore our projects and choose an appeal that speaks to your heart.
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Your Zakat
Zakat donations are 2.5% of our total savings and wealth; this also includes assets such as gold, silver, precious minerals, property other than your home, pensions, shares and other investments.
It’s not always easy to figure out your exact Zakat, so we made things easier for you with our Zakat calculator!
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Our Zakat Policy Explained
What is Zakat?
Zakat is an annual charitable payment that is compulsory for Muslims. Your Zakat will go on to benefit those who need it most.
Zakat is one of the five pillars of Islam
Your Zakat is a beautiful pillar of Islam that we will ensure goes to the neediest. This includes care for orphans and the elderly, providing food and delivering healthcare and education, or emergency aid to those struck by a disaster.
Zakat Policy
In line with Shariah principles, Penny Appeal Canada may allocate up to one-eighth (12.5%) of the total Zakat funds received toward administrative and distribution purposes. From this allocation, a maximum of ten percent (10%) may be directed to external distributors and partner organizations to implement Zakat-eligible programs. This helps the local economy as well as provides relief for those eligible to receive Zakat.
Donate your Zakat to one of our many Zakat applicable appeals today!
Dedicated Bank Account
Zakat funds will be held in a dedicated interest-free bank account prior to them being sent to the designated countries.
Zakat goes to Muslims First and Ensures Recipients are Eligible to Receive Your Zakat:
Our team ensures that the beneficiaries are eligible for Zakat by completing our due diligence with the community and field implementing partner.
Maximum of 10% Goes to Field Implementing Partner
In the Qur’an, it states that the Al-Amilina Alayha (The Zakat Collectors) are entitled to 1/8th of the Zakat. Penny Appeal Canada will pay the field implementing partner a maximum of 10% of your Zakat to deliver projects in the community.
Reporting
Penny Appeal Canada reports annually on how your Zakat was spent across the Ummah. For more information, please see our Reports section on our website.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Zakat is one of the Five Pillars of Islam, a mandatory charitable contribution for eligible Muslims. It’s calculated at 2.5% of wealth above a certain threshold called Nisab.
Nisab is the minimum amount of wealth a Muslim must possess before being obligated to pay Zakat. It’s typically based on the value of 87.48 grams of gold or 612.36 grams of silver, whichever is lower.
To calculate Zakat in Canada:
Sum up all Zakatable assets
Subtract liabilities
If the remainder exceeds the Nisab, calculate 2.5% of the total
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Adult Muslims of sound mind who possess wealth above the Nisab for one lunar year are obligated to pay Zakat.
Zakatable assets typically include cash, savings, gold, silver, stocks, business inventory, and rental property income.
Zakat is due once a year, after one lunar year passes on the wealth. Many choose to pay during Ramadan for increased blessings.
Yes, you can pay Zakat in installments, but it’s best to complete the payment within the same lunar year it becomes due.
Yes, Zakat donations to registered Canadian charities are generally tax-deductible providing a receipt is obtained.
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