ZAKAT
100% Shariah compliment zakat distribution across pakistan
The word Zakat means purification and growth. In Islam, Zakat purifies a person’s wealth and heart from greed and selfishness while strengthening compassion and social balance.
“And establish prayer and give Zakat, and whatever good you put forward for yourselves – you will find it with Allah.”
Zakat is different from Sadaqah, which is voluntary charity. Zakat is compulsory and must be given according to specific rules defined in the Quran and Sunnah.
“Islam is built upon five pillars: faith, prayer, Zakat, fasting in Ramadan, and Hajj.”
Zakat is obligatory on gold you own once it reaches the nisab:
Silver sets the lower nisab, so it decides for most people:
“Those who hoard gold and silver and do not spend it in the way of Allah – give them tidings of a painful punishment.”
Allah ﷻ has clearly defined the eligible recipients of Zakat in the Quran:
“Zakat expenditures are only for the poor, the needy, those employed to collect it, those whose hearts are to be reconciled, freeing captives, those in debt, in the cause of Allah, and for the stranded traveler.”
Zakat cannot be given to: Parents or grandparents , Children or grandchildren, Spouse, Wealthy individuals
Skill Development Foundation ensures that Zakat funds are used only for eligible beneficiaries and in a manner that creates long-term impact.
“Charity does not decrease wealth, no one forgives another except that Allah increases his honor, and no one humbles himself for the sake of Allah except that Allah raises his status.”
(Sahih Muslim: 2588)
This Ramadan, let your Zakat become a source of hope, dignity, and empowerment.
Your contribution can:
Zakat is 2.5% of the current market value of your gold. If your total zakatable wealth reaches the nisab (7.5 tola of gold, or 52.5 tola of silver in value), multiply the present value of 1 tola by 2.5% to find the Zakat due on it. Use the Zakat calculator on this page with today’s gold rate.
Zakat becomes due once your wealth has remained above the nisab for one full lunar (Hijri) year. Many people choose to pay in Ramadan for its greater reward, but it should be paid as soon as it is due.
Yes. Zakat can support deserving students who fall within the eligible categories, such as the poor and needy. SDF uses Zakat funds for fees, books and vocational training of eligible beneficiaries only.
“Skill Development Foundation is committed to ensuring your Zakat reaches those who need it most, with honesty, care, and accountability.”