Zakat Policy

Ibtidaa Welfare Foundation

Effective Date: 26 March 2026

This Zakat Policy applies to all Zakat contributions made to Ibtidaa Welfare Foundation.

Zakat is a religious obligation and a matter of trust. Ibtidaa Welfare Foundation aims to handle Zakat contributions responsibly, with care, and in accordance with applicable Islamic principles.

1. Our Approach to Zakat

We treat Zakat with a high level of responsibility.

• Zakat funds are maintained separately from other donations
• Used only for purposes considered permissible under applicable Islamic guidelines
• Allocated based on verified need and eligibility

We aim to manage Zakat contributions with care and accountability.

2. Eligibility of Beneficiaries

Zakat is distributed only to individuals who meet eligibility criteria under applicable Islamic principles.

This may include:

• Individuals facing financial hardship
• Families lacking necessities
• Patients unable to afford the necessary medical treatment
• Other eligible recipients based on need and circumstances

We assess eligibility through internal verification processes.

3. Use of Zakat Funds

Zakat funds may be used for:

• Food and essential support
• Healthcare assistance for verified cases
• Basic living and shelter-related support, where permissible
• Other eligible needs based on circumstances

Zakat funds are not used for:

• General operational or administrative expenses
• Marketing or promotional activities
• Projects not considered permissible under applicable Islamic guidelines

4. Verification Process

We follow internal processes before distributing Zakat funds.

These may include:

• Assessment of financial condition
• Verification of medical cases through hospitals, where applicable
• On-ground checks where required

This helps ensure Zakat is directed to eligible recipients.

5. Separation of Funds

Zakat funds are kept separate from:

• General donations
• Sadaqah or other voluntary contributions
• Operational funds

Where Zakat funds are temporarily held, they remain reserved for eligible Zakat use only.

6. Distribution Approach

We aim to distribute Zakat in a timely and responsible manner.

However:

• Distribution depends on verification and eligibility.
• Timing may vary based on the identification of suitable cases.

7. Shariah Considerations

Zakat is handled in line with commonly accepted Islamic principles.

Ibtidaa Welfare Foundation does not provide individual religious rulings.

Donors are encouraged to consult qualified scholars for personal guidance where required.

8. Donor Responsibility

Donors are responsible for:

• Calculating their Zakat correctly
• Ensuring their contribution fulfills their religious obligation

Ibtidaa Welfare Foundation facilitates distribution but does not provide personal Zakat calculations.

9. No Guarantee of Specific Allocation

Zakat contributions are allocated based on verified needs.

We do not guarantee:

• Distribution to a specific individual
• Use in a specific case unless explicitly agreed

10. Transparency & Accountability

We aim to manage Zakat funds responsibly through:

• Internal verification processes
• Need-based allocation
• Separation of funds

11. Contact Us

For Zakat-related inquiries:

📞 +92 321 1111 314

📧 contact@ibtidaa.pk

📍 Hajvery Building, 48-A Darbar Road, Lahore, Pakistan

A Note on Responsibility

Zakat is a trust.

We aim to handle that trust with care, responsibility, and respect for its religious importance.