Zakat isthe Third Pillar of Islam and obligatoryupon every Muslim believer.The word Zakat originates from the Arabic language, which means to purify, cleanse, or grow.It is in place to purify your own wealthand alsoredistribute wealth from the rich to the poor.
Allah says in the Quran“Establishprayer, andpayZakat. Whatever good you send forth for yourselves, you will[certainly]find[its reward]with Allah. Surely Allah is All-Seeing of what you do.” [Quran 2:110]
When you donate Zakatyou’reundertakingyour Islamicduty,andalso helping thecommunitiesaround the world thatarein needofhelp.Community Lighthouse Foundationgives you an opportunity topayZakat online,joining a global tradition and communal responsibility to helpthe vulnerable,efficiently.
Using a Zakat Calculator to Know What You Owe
An accuratecalculation will ensure you donate the right amount.Beforemaking your donation,it’suseful to use a Zakat calculator tohelp you estimate how much you should give.The rulein most forms of wealthis that if a person’s wealthgoes beyonda certain threshold (known as theNisab), and it has beenheldforafull lunar year, then 2.5% of that wealth must be given as Zakat.
Nisab Values
Silver
612.36g equating to £330.11
Gold
87.48g equating to £3,911.74
PayYourZakat Onlinewith Ease
With the convenience oftoday’s age, you can pay Zakat onlinein a very safe andsimple way. Community Lighthouse Foundation offer a straightforwardonlineplatform for youtodonate your Zakatquickly and efficiently.Using a debit or credit card, or even a simple bank transfer, the process has been made easy and transparent so that your needs are tailored to. The onlineZakat donation page ensures your Zakat will reach those eligible andvulnerablewithout delay.
What isZakat al-Fitr?
Zakat al Fitr is a small donationgiven by every Muslim at the end of Ramadan.Those who are defined as ‘self-sufficient’ and able to donate without hardship arerequiredto give Zakat.The purpose of giving Zakat al Fitr is to enablethe ones in need to also celebrate Eid.The besttime topay your Zakat al Fitr donationisbefore the Eid prayerbegins.
When Should You Pay Zakat?
Your Zakat must be madeonce your wealth exceeds theNisabandhas been held for a full lunar year.
Many choose to paythisduring the blessed month of Ramadanas rewards are multiplied, butalsoit’sa great timeto remember when you last paid,ensuring you do not miss your annual deadline to pay.
Why Your Donation Makes a Difference
Donating your Zakat to Community Lighthouse Foundation ensuresthat yourgift of hope goes to the one who is eligible to receive it, following thecriteria defined by Islamic law. When you choose to give Zakat online,you’rehelping torestorecourage and strength. YourZakat is not just an obligatory charitable act,is it an act ofunity and compassion.
We Can Build A Future Together.
Community Lighthouse Foundation seeks to sustain and build on essential projects.
All projects are voluntarily run and contributions are wholly used to further the aforementioned projects. CLF seeks to grow organically and develop its activities to build, strengthenand enhancethe valuable service it provides to all the community.
