ISOM is a nonprofit organization serving the Muslim community in the greater Chicago area and across the Midwest. Our mission is to support spiritual growth, education, and community service while creating a welcoming space for individuals and families. ISOM also promotes both intrafaith and interfaith dialogue to build understanding, cooperation, and stronger communities.
Mount Prospect, IL · Friday, September 18, 2026 · 8 Rabi al-Thani 1448
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Ramadan is a time of spiritual reflection, prayer, and compassion. This year, help us support families in need during the holiest month of the Islamic calendar. Your donation brings hope, nourishment, and dignity to those facing hardship.
The last ten nights of Ramadan hold extraordinary spiritual significance—Laylatul Qadr, the Night of Power, when a thousand months of worship are surpassed. Your generosity during these holiest nights multiplies in reward, transforming lives while drawing you closer to the Divine.
Zakat Al-Mal is one of the Five Pillars of Islam, a mandatory charitable obligation of 2.5% of accumulated wealth for those meeting the Nisab threshold. This sacred duty purifies wealth and directly supports our community's most vulnerable members.
Who Benefits:
Low-income families lacking food security
Orphans and widows in financial hardship
Students unable to afford education
Individuals burdened by debt
Your Zakat fulfills a divine commandment while providing transformative support: meals for hungry families, healthcare access, educational scholarships, and dignity for those in crisis. Whether calculating your annual Zakat obligation or giving what you can, every contribution strengthens Islamic Society of Midwest's mission to embody justice, mercy, and compassion in serving our neighbors.
Many families and individuals in our community face unexpected hardships, medical emergencies, and financial struggles. Your sadaqah—voluntary charity—provides immediate relief and dignity to those in crisis.
Who benefits? We support vulnerable community members: families unable to afford basic necessities, students struggling with educational costs, and individuals facing medical hardships.
What your donation accomplishes:
Provides emergency financial relief to families in crisis
Supports education for children in need
Helps cover medical expenses for the sick and injured
Distributes food and essentials to struggling families
Exemplifies the Islamic principle of caring for our ummah
Every donation, no matter the size, creates positive change. Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) taught that sadaqah purifies hearts and strengthens community bonds while never decreasing wealth.
During the blessed month of Ramadan, families facing financial hardship struggle to afford a meaningful iftar meal to break their fast with dignity and community.
Who Benefits: Individuals and families in our Islamic Society of Midwest community who cannot afford proper iftar meals during Ramadan.
What Your Donation Accomplishes: Each $20 donation provides one complete, nourishing iftar meal. Your gift enables families to:
Break their fast together with dignity and spiritual fulfillment
Join our community at the iftar table
Experience the joy of Ramadan without financial stress
Strengthen family bonds and community connection
Help us ensure no one in our community faces Ramadan hunger. Every meal shared is a blessing multiplied.
Zakat Al-Fitr is a mandatory Islamic charity given before Eid Al-Fitr to purify our fast and ensure every member of our community celebrates with dignity.
The Need: Vulnerable families—widows, orphans, and low-income households—struggle to afford new clothes, gifts, and festive meals for their children during Eid.
Who Benefits: Every dollar supports families in our community who need it most, transforming Eid from a day of longing into one of joy and belonging.
What Your Donation Accomplishes: Your Zakat Al-Fitr provides families with funds for new clothing, festive meals, and gifts that remind children they are cherished and valued. Fulfill this essential pillar of Islamic charity while spreading happiness during Islam's most beautiful celebration.
Our masjid requires consistent funding to maintain essential operations, including utilities, building maintenance, cleaning supplies, and property upkeep. These critical expenses ensure our community space remains welcoming, clean, and functional for daily prayers and gatherings.
Who Benefits: Every member of our Muslim community benefits from having a well-maintained masjid where families, students, and worshippers can gather for prayer, learning, and spiritual connection.
What Your Donation Accomplishes: Your generous contribution directly supports:
Electricity, water, and essential utilities
Building repairs and regular maintenance
Cleaning and sanitation supplies
Property management and insurance costs
Together, we keep our masjid as a thriving spiritual and community center for everyone.
Many children and youth in our community seek to deepen their Qur'anic knowledge and spiritual connection. Establishing quality Qur'an classes requires experienced instructors, curriculum materials, and accessible learning spaces.
Who Benefits: Our youth aged 7–18, as well as adults seeking to strengthen their understanding of the Qur'an and Islamic teachings. Families across all backgrounds—from beginners to advanced learners.
What Your Donation Accomplishes:
Funds qualified, certified Qur'an teachers
Provides essential learning materials and textbooks
Offers partial scholarships for families with financial need
Maintains a welcoming, safe learning environment
Supports weekly classes and enrichment programs
Your generosity builds a foundation for the next generation's Islamic knowledge and character development.
