{"id":72256,"date":"2023-12-15T05:06:02","date_gmt":"2023-12-15T13:06:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog?p=72256"},"modified":"2026-07-27T06:27:59","modified_gmt":"2026-07-27T13:27:59","slug":"islamic-fundraising-ideas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/islamic-fundraising-ideas","title":{"rendered":"17 Creative Fundraising Ideas for Islamic Charities"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Islamic charities do so much good for many different kinds of people. The number of people benefiting from donations like zakat and <a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/what-is-sadaqah\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">sadaqah<\/a> is a whopping <a href=\"https:\/\/giving.unhcr.org\/en\/annualreport-2023\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">6 million<\/a> \u2013 that&#8217;s a lot of good! But if your Islamic charity is in a slump or looking to revamp its fundraising program, it\u2019s time to come up with some new ideas to raise more.<\/p>\n<p>Keep reading as we share 17 creative ways to raise more money for your Islamic charity.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><a id=\"post-72256-_91jra25ok94y\"><\/a>Fundraising in Islam<\/h2>\n<p>There are several <a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/charity-in-islam\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">types of charity<\/a> described in the Quran.<\/p>\n<p>Some of them, like <a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/zakat-fundraising-tips\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">zakat<\/a>, are mandatory for people who have a certain amount of wealth. Others, like sadaqah, are entirely voluntary. In any case, giving in Islam multiplies blessings back onto the giver. The donations or acts of charity are dedicated to helping people in need and making a big difference among the ummah.<\/p>\n<p>That\u2019s why fundraising for <a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/fundraising-for-islamic-charities\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Islamic charities<\/a> is so unique and important.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>Having the right donation platform is vital for masjids and Islamic charities to make the most of their fundraising. Donorbox is here to help! With comprehensive online and in-person fundraising tools, Donorbox is a one-stop shop to make any of your Islamic fundraising ideas come to life.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Watch this short video to learn how you can get started for free in just four steps:<\/p>\n<p><iframe title=\"Start Nonprofit Fundraising in Just 4 Steps\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/t8ANLui75YM?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><a id=\"post-72256-_olds9871nbay\"><\/a>17 Simple and Creative Fundraising Ideas for Islamic Charities<\/h2>\n<p>Here are 17 simple yet creative Muslim fundraising ideas so you can raise as much as possible for your Islamic charity.<\/p>\n<p>Need help spreading the word about these giving opportunities? Check out <a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/islamic-fundraising-message\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">this guide<\/a> to learn how to write effective Islamic fundraising messages.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><a id=\"post-72256-_6b772l6l88us\"><\/a>1. Auction<\/h3>\n<h4><a id=\"post-72256-_l7hcfgkdaw8l\"><\/a>How it works<\/h4>\n<p>You can choose to host a silent auction, where people bid on items on a sheet of paper, or a live auction. Live auctions are exciting and can sometimes drive bids up with the spirit of friendly competition!<\/p>\n<p>We have some great resources to help you plan your auction:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Learn how to create silent auction bid sheets (with a template!) <a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/silent-auction-bid-sheets\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Discover nine affordable or free online auction sites <a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/online-auction-sites\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><a id=\"post-72256-_ibrvzulky55r\"><\/a>How to raise money<\/h4>\n<p>Your <a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/silent-auction-basket-ideas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">auction items<\/a> should be donated or cost you very little. Think of packages like experiences, meals at local restaurants, and sports memorabilia. Your charity should aim to receive most or all of the money spent on the item at the end of the auction.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong>Pro tip: <\/strong>Collect payments for your auction using a donation kiosk! The <a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/live-kiosk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Donorbox Live&#x2122;<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0app turns your tablet and card reader into a powerful donation kiosk for in-person donations. Collect payments via cards, smartphones, or smartwatches. Or use our Donorbox Live&#x2122; Mobile mode for Android smartphones and iPhones \u2013 no additional hardware required.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>2. <a id=\"post-72256-_5vdary4ueqb8\"><\/a>Text-to-give campaign<\/h3>\n<h4><a id=\"post-72256-_ije86pqab4zm\"><\/a>How it works<\/h4>\n<p>This campaign encourages supporters to make a big difference right from their smartphones. Simply enable Text-to-Give on your Donorbox fundraising campaign. Then, once you share your credentials with your audience, all they have to do is send a text to receive a link to your donation form!<\/p>\n<p>Donorbox offers a basic <a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/text-to-give\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Text-to-Give<\/strong><\/a> plan, where you\u2019ll share your unique campaign ID and the text-to-give number with your supporters.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>If you\u2019re hosting an event, launch a competition for the last person to send in a donation via text-to-give. This is especially easy with the Repeat Donation feature \u2013 where donors can simply repeat their donation via text!<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h4><a id=\"post-72256-_wlrl1cg9vmcd\"><\/a>How to raise money<\/h4>\n<p>Every donation that comes in through text will flow to your Donorbox account. Track your campaign\u2019s success and review your strategy while your campaign is still in progress.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Bonus resource: <\/strong>Check out these <a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/text-to-give-campaigns\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">10 successful text-to-give campaigns<\/a> for more inspiration!<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><a id=\"post-72256-_3xis99ewv3pm\"><\/a>3. Car wash<\/h3>\n<h4><a id=\"post-72256-_76dt4tkhfqmz\"><\/a>How it works<\/h4>\n<p>Get your volunteers together to wash cars for a cause! Advertise your <a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/car-wash-fundraiser\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">car wash fundraiser<\/a> in local news outlets and host it in a prominent location.<\/p>\n<h4><a id=\"post-72256-_czsyumy2cyw3\"><\/a>How to raise money<\/h4>\n<p>Charge for each car washed. This fundraiser has minimal costs aside from the materials needed to wash cars, a location, and water. You&#8217;ll keep any funds left over after these costs.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Pro tip: <\/strong>Accept cashless in-person payments with Donorbox Live&#x2122; Kiosk. Check out our blog post on <a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/masjid-donation-kiosk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">masjid donation kiosks<\/a> to learn more about this valuable fundraising tool!<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><a id=\"post-72256-_irqot8h2rtir\"><\/a>4. Bake sale<\/h3>\n<h4><a id=\"post-72256-_o6lxjbw90ljv\"><\/a>How it works<\/h4>\n<p>Especially around <a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/ramadan-fundraising-ideas-and-tips\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ramadan<\/a>, a bake sale full of traditional Islamic treats like shahi tukda or umm ali is a great way to raise money!<\/p>\n<h4><a id=\"post-72256-_g3bkbqok7xhr\"><\/a>How to raise money<\/h4>\n<p>Ask volunteers and sponsors (like local bakeries) to provide the treats, allowing your Islamic charity to fully benefit from the sales.<\/p>\n<p>Donorbox helps you sell your treats with the following tools:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A Donorbox Live&#x2122; Kiosk will help you collect cashless in-person payments as a <a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/nonprofit-point-of-sale\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">point of sale<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/qr-codes-for-nonprofits\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">QR codes<\/a> that can be posted around your sale so supporters can simply scan and pay on their smartphones.<\/li>\n<li>A <a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/donation-pages\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">fundraising page<\/a> where you can sell your treats online.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><a id=\"post-72256-_5ggx3athy3pk\"><\/a>5. Iftar events<\/h3>\n<h4><a id=\"post-72256-_y89m46llckx5\"><\/a>How it works<\/h4>\n<p>Islamic charities can fundraise by hosting an iftar, the meal that breaks the daily fast during <a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/ramadan-donations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ramadan<\/a>. Simply plan the meal and invite supporters to join you for it.<\/p>\n<h4><a id=\"post-72256-_huvam6d0y0yn\"><\/a>How to raise money<\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/fundraising-event-tickets\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sell tickets<\/a> and collect donations before, during, and after your meal.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/events\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Donorbox Events<\/strong><\/a> helps you sell more tickets online. With unlimited ticket tiers, customize your ticket levels by price or quantity (tickets for one person vs. a family of four, for example). Raise even more by asking purchasers for an additional donation on top of ticket sales, too!<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Ticket purchasers then receive an automated receipt with their tickets. Each ticket has a unique check-in code and QR code you can enter or scan to quickly check each guest in during your event.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tarjimly.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Tarjimly<\/a> used Donorbox Events to sell tickets to their community Iftar \u2013 and they sold out quickly! So they started collecting donations online to keep the momentum of their event going.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-72261 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/word-image-72256-2-1024x584.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"365\" srcset=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/word-image-72256-2-1024x584.png 1024w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/word-image-72256-2-300x171.png 300w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/word-image-72256-2-768x438.png 768w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/word-image-72256-2-1536x876.png 1536w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/word-image-72256-2.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"maxbutton-1 maxbutton maxbutton-get-started-with-donorbox\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Sign up\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/orgs\/new\/?utm_source=Blog \"><span class='mb-text'>Sign Up to Launch Your Event!<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><a id=\"post-72256-_v49rpctu70ha\"><\/a>6. Walk-a-thon<\/h3>\n<h4><a id=\"post-72256-_9zkcyfwn0oxa\"><\/a>How it works<\/h4>\n<p>Choose your movement \u2013 walking, dancing, <a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/organize-a-charity-run\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">running<\/a>, etc. \u2013 and ask participants to collect pledges supporting their participation. Then host a virtual or in-person event where everyone can move together for your cause!<\/p>\n<h4><a id=\"post-72256-_ae8z1x4hldht\"><\/a>How to raise money<\/h4>\n<p>Your organization will receive any funds raised by participants; expenses will vary depending on the scope of your event.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>Raise even more from your event by allowing supporters to fundraise for you with <a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/peer-to-peer-fundraising\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Donorbox Peer-to-Peer<\/strong><\/a>. Simply create your campaign and invite participants by email or allow anyone to fundraise on your behalf. Your participants will then personalize their fundraising pages and share them with their network. Any funds they raise will flow back to your Donorbox account.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/walk-a-thon-fundraiser\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">essential guide<\/a> to organizing a walk-a-thon for more ideas!<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><a id=\"post-72256-_6lzc0bod684a\"><\/a>7. Crowdfunding<\/h3>\n<h4><a id=\"post-72256-_tyrelzokdq22\"><\/a>How it works<\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/crowdfunding-page\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Crowdfunding<\/a> involves many people donating toward one common goal. Choose a specific issue or need to focus on and reach out to the ummah for donations.<\/p>\n<p>Crowdfunding helps generate a lot of momentum \u2013 and can bring your community together!<\/p>\n<h4><a id=\"post-72256-_dbesdr6kes2p\"><\/a>How to raise money<\/h4>\n<p>Set up a <a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/crowdfunding-platform\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">crowdfunding<\/a> page on Donorbox. You can enable features that will amp up your momentum, like:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A goal meter.<\/li>\n<li>A <a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/donor-wall\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">donor wall<\/a> where donors can leave comments after they give.<\/li>\n<li>Updates to show both current and prospective donors how valuable your work is.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/macanj.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Muslim American Community Association<\/a> has a Donorbox Crowdfunding campaign with over 120 donations. We love how they highlight the importance of monthly giving right on their donation form!<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/MACA-Crowdfunding-campaign-.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-109143 \" src=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/MACA-Crowdfunding-campaign-.png\" alt=\"Screenshot of an Islamic organization's Donorbox Crowdfunding campaign\" width=\"852\" height=\"573\" srcset=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/MACA-Crowdfunding-campaign-.png 2044w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/MACA-Crowdfunding-campaign--300x202.png 300w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/MACA-Crowdfunding-campaign--1024x689.png 1024w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/MACA-Crowdfunding-campaign--768x517.png 768w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/MACA-Crowdfunding-campaign--1536x1034.png 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 852px) 100vw, 852px\" \/><\/a><a class=\"maxbutton-1 maxbutton maxbutton-get-started-with-donorbox\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Sign up\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/orgs\/new\/?utm_source=Blog\"><span class='mb-text'>Create a Crowdfunding Campaign With Donorbox<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>8. Gala<\/h3>\n<h4><a id=\"post-72256-_k5q22bpbfiil\"><\/a>How it works<\/h4>\n<p>A <a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/fundraising-gala-invitation\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">fundraising gala<\/a> can include many things, but it typically involves dinner, entertainment, and a fundraising feature like an auction. These elegant events are usually more expensive to host and attend, but they can bring in considerable funds to your cause!<\/p>\n<h4><a id=\"post-72256-_j836f26m1nsc\"><\/a>How to raise money<\/h4>\n<p>Sell tickets to your gala. Use a robust <a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/events\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">event ticketing tool<\/a> to make it easy for people to purchase tickets online and make donations, too. You can also collect donations during the event through a donation kiosk, text-to-give, or QR codes.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong>Pro tip:<\/strong> When selling tickets, demonstrate how much of each ticket tier is tax deductible to encourage people to pay more for tickets!<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><a id=\"post-72256-_e1nakg84jj65\"><\/a>9. Fashion show<\/h3>\n<h4><a id=\"post-72256-_39u27mxtm3hu\"><\/a>How it works<\/h4>\n<p>You\u2019ll need <a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/nonprofit-volunteers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">volunteers<\/a> to be your models and some donated (or loaned!) clothing to show off. This event can be fun for all ages and genders!<\/p>\n<h4><a id=\"post-72256-_mzdjri4rtcu2\"><\/a>How to raise money<\/h4>\n<p>Sell tickets to your fashion show using <a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/events\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Donorbox Events<\/a>. In some cases, you might be able to auction off pieces from your fashion show, which can increase your revenue.<\/p>\n<p>You can also collect donations during your event using text-to-give, QR codes, and a <a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/live-kiosk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">donation kiosk<\/a>.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><a id=\"post-72256-_igtphl96nd4h\"><\/a>10. Give something up for Ramadan<\/h3>\n<h4><a id=\"post-72256-_qapc5j6l540i\"><\/a>How it works<\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/ramadan-fundraising-ideas-and-tips\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ramadan<\/a> is a time of reflection and sacrifice. While already giving up food during the day, ask your supporters to think of something else they might give up \u2013 like coffee, watching TV, or shopping. This is a fun challenge that can bring more awareness to your cause.<\/p>\n<h4>How to raise money<\/h4>\n<blockquote><p>Ask participants to donate the cost of the item they\u2019re giving up for the month. For example, if they normally spend $30 a month on their television subscriptions, they should donate that to your charity instead!<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>They can easily donate through your fundraising page or donation form on your website. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.invitationtoislam.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Invitation to Islam<\/a>&#8216;s Ramadan donation page includes a custom donation amount, which would be perfect for participants to donate the amount they\u2019re \u201cgiving up\u201d for Ramadan.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/ITI-Ramadan-Campaign.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-109171 \" src=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/ITI-Ramadan-Campaign.png\" alt=\"Screenshot of an Islamic organization's Ramadan donation page hosted on Donorbox\" width=\"733\" height=\"752\" srcset=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/ITI-Ramadan-Campaign.png 1522w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/ITI-Ramadan-Campaign-293x300.png 293w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/ITI-Ramadan-Campaign-999x1024.png 999w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/ITI-Ramadan-Campaign-768x787.png 768w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/ITI-Ramadan-Campaign-1499x1536.png 1499w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 733px) 100vw, 733px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"maxbutton-1 maxbutton maxbutton-get-started-with-donorbox\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Sign up\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/orgs\/new\/?utm_source=Blog \"><span class='mb-text'>Create Your Donation Form!<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>11. Video game fundraiser<\/h3>\n<h4><a id=\"post-72256-_gg48an6nvw4n\"><\/a>How it works<\/h4>\n<p>This fundraiser is especially great if your organization deals with kids \u2013 but it can be fun for adults, too! There are plenty of possibilities with a <a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/gaming-fundraising\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">video game fundraiser<\/a>, including a tournament, a game-a-thon, or even just having professional gamers stream while asking for donations.<\/p>\n<h4><a id=\"post-72256-_2yyb40h2hcje\"><\/a>How to raise money<\/h4>\n<p>Depending on the nature of your event, you\u2019ll raise money by:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Selling tickets to your event.<\/li>\n<li>Collecting donations before\/during your event.<\/li>\n<li>Having participants collect <a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/donation-pledges\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">pledges<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>However you decide to host your video game fundraiser, you can raise a lot of money with this exciting technology.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>12. Eid Festival<\/h3>\n<h4><a id=\"post-72256-_6g6sp3utta06\"><\/a>How it works<\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/eid-al-fitr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Eid<\/a> is an excellent time to host a festival and bring the community together. Games, food, and vendors are all great additions to your Eid festival.<\/p>\n<h4><a id=\"post-72256-_pm5w4bswjryl\"><\/a>How to raise money<\/h4>\n<p>Raise money by selling tickets to your festival. You can also sell:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Tickets for games or rides.<\/li>\n<li>Food.<\/li>\n<li>Vendor registration (so people can sell their goods to your crowd).<\/li>\n<li>Merchandise and other <a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/selling-products-to-fundraise\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">products<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Feel free to collect donations during the event, too. Your attendees will want to support your cause.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><a id=\"post-72256-_xuejs9aziuk7\"><\/a>13. Craft fair<\/h3>\n<h4><a id=\"post-72256-_dia4oovgi0e8\"><\/a>How it works<\/h4>\n<p>Ask volunteers in your community to come sell their crafts! This is especially great around the time of Ramadan gift exchanges. Provide the space to host the fair as well as some tables and chairs for each booth, but the rest can be up to the crafters.<\/p>\n<h4><a id=\"post-72256-_j7skgqvckpcr\"><\/a>How to raise money<\/h4>\n<p>Selling tickets will be your primary way to raise money from a Ramadan craft fair. You can also ask vendors to donate part of their proceeds to your cause.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><a id=\"post-72256-_inh19lb8pbhc\"><\/a>14. Peer-to-peer contest<\/h3>\n<h4><a id=\"post-72256-_izx2it1c0thz\"><\/a>How it works<\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/what-is-peer-to-peer-fundraising\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Peer-to-peer fundraising<\/a> involves your supporters fundraising on your behalf. To host a contest, simply set categories with prizes, like most overall donations, largest single donation, and most raised.<\/p>\n<p>This will increase your fundraising with a fun yet competitive element!<\/p>\n<h4><a id=\"post-72256-_e1b59z2yarpy\"><\/a>How to raise money<\/h4>\n<p>Use <a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/peer-to-peer-fundraising\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Donorbox Peer-to-Peer<\/a> to enable supporters to customize fundraising pages linked to your original campaign. This means they can tell their own fundraising stories on their pages, but all donations flow directly to your Donorbox account.<\/p>\n<p>See how <a href=\"https:\/\/www.noonacademy.net\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Noon Academy<\/a> enabled peer-to-peer on their annual fundraiser. This campaign raised <strong>C$295,097!\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Noon-Academy-Peer-to-Peer-Campaign.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-109194 \" src=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Noon-Academy-Peer-to-Peer-Campaign.png\" alt=\"Screenshot of an Islamic charity's peer-to-peer fundraising campaign on Donorbox\" width=\"888\" height=\"473\" srcset=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Noon-Academy-Peer-to-Peer-Campaign.png 2040w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Noon-Academy-Peer-to-Peer-Campaign-300x160.png 300w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Noon-Academy-Peer-to-Peer-Campaign-1024x545.png 1024w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Noon-Academy-Peer-to-Peer-Campaign-768x409.png 768w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Noon-Academy-Peer-to-Peer-Campaign-1536x818.png 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 888px) 100vw, 888px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>In addition to the option of inviting supporters by email, Noon Academy chose to allow anyone to fundraise on their behalf with a button at the top of the page.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><a id=\"post-72256-_qd0qi7srrc3y\"><\/a>15. Raffle<\/h3>\n<h4><a id=\"post-72256-_gmome6vfa2ul\"><\/a>How it works<\/h4>\n<p>This Islamic fundraising idea is tried and true! A raffle involves selling <a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/raffle-ticket-templates\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tickets<\/a> for the chance to win a high-value item.<\/p>\n<h4><a id=\"post-72256-_s9qbj6fye59u\"><\/a>How to raise money<\/h4>\n<p>Similar to an auction, your <a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/raffle-ticket-prizes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">raffle prizes<\/a> should be donated or deeply discounted. You&#8217;ll keep the money from selling raffle tickets.<\/p>\n<p>Sell raffle tickets using a Donorbox fundraising or Events page. You can also sell tickets in person using a donation kiosk, text-to-give, or QR codes.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Bonus resource: <\/strong>Check out <a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/virtual-raffle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">this guide<\/a> to learn how to host a virtual raffle!<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><a id=\"post-72256-_rk3n57qgavgc\"><\/a>16. Cooking class<\/h3>\n<h4><a id=\"post-72256-_bw16ykfbbqsc\"><\/a>How it works<\/h4>\n<p>This fundraiser involves teaching a group how to make a delicious meal. It should be a fun, laid-back event hosted by a chef. Teach traditional Islamic meals to further connect this event with your charity.<\/p>\n<h4><a id=\"post-72256-_yvtjrn9qvepg\"><\/a>How to raise money<\/h4>\n<p>Sell tickets to your cooking class. Use Donorbox Events to sell tickets and collect any additional information (like dietary restrictions) you need from attendees by including custom questions in your event form.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><a id=\"post-72256-_pn9jyrpt0yuz\"><\/a>17. The last 10 days of Ramadan fundraiser<\/h3>\n<h4><a id=\"post-72256-_29yb9ooxpmne\"><\/a>How it works<\/h4>\n<p>The last 10 days of Ramadan are the holiest \u2013 and a great opportunity to ask for more donations. According to the Quran, any good deeds done in the last 10 days of Ramadan are multiplied as if you\u2019ve done them for 83 continuous years, so any donations made to your fundraiser will be well-rewarded!<\/p>\n<h4><a id=\"post-72256-_3v2otnt11hbc\"><\/a>How to raise money<\/h4>\n<p>Use <a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/recurring-donations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">recurring donations<\/a> to allow donors to easily donate daily. For example, we love how the <a href=\"https:\/\/bronxmuslimcenter.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Bronx Muslim Center<\/a> used Donorbox to collect daily donations from their donors for the last 10 days:<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Bronx-Muslim-Center-Ramadan-Donation-Page.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-109204 \" src=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Bronx-Muslim-Center-Ramadan-Donation-Page.png\" alt=\"Screenshot of an Islamic Charity's Ramadan donation page hosted on Donorbox\" width=\"835\" height=\"668\" srcset=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Bronx-Muslim-Center-Ramadan-Donation-Page.png 2086w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Bronx-Muslim-Center-Ramadan-Donation-Page-300x240.png 300w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Bronx-Muslim-Center-Ramadan-Donation-Page-1024x820.png 1024w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Bronx-Muslim-Center-Ramadan-Donation-Page-768x615.png 768w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Bronx-Muslim-Center-Ramadan-Donation-Page-1536x1230.png 1536w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Bronx-Muslim-Center-Ramadan-Donation-Page-2048x1640.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 835px) 100vw, 835px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"maxbutton-1 maxbutton maxbutton-get-started-with-donorbox\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Sign up\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/orgs\/new\/?utm_source=Blog \"><span class='mb-text'>Start Fundraising Today!<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Make the most of this powerful giving time by streamlining your fundraising process as much as possible!<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><strong>Bonus Resource:<\/strong> Discover some of the top fundraising strategies that actually work for Islamic charities like yours in this short video:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><iframe title=\"Top Fundraising Strategies for Islamic Charities That Actually Work!\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/nZS8CxAxoDQ?start=2&amp;feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><a id=\"post-72256-_lhru8ia2rdr4\"><\/a>Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re new to fundraising or a seasoned pro, it never hurts to have more Islamic fundraising ideas in your back pocket. These 17 Islamic charity fundraising ideas range from simple to more involved, so there\u2019s something for every level and interest. Get creative and try something new!<\/p>\n<p>When you\u2019re ready to get started, Donorbox has you covered with powerful tools to collect more donations! From events to everyday fundraising, we have something to help you sharpen your strategy.<\/p>\n<p>Check out the rest of our <a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Nonprofit Blog<\/a> for more ideas. Subscribe to our newsletter to receive a list of curated blogs delivered to your inbox every month.<\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/orgs\/new?utm_source=Blog&utm_medium=footer-bannerc\" class=\"banner-link\" target=\"_blank\">\n\t  \t\t\t\t\t\t<img src=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/seemless-giving-tools.webp\" alt=\"Bottom banner\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Islamic charities do so much good for many different kinds of people. The number of people benefiting from donations like zakat and sadaqah is a whopping 6 million \u2013 that&#8217;s a lot of good! But if your Islamic charity is in a slump or looking to revamp its fundraising program, it\u2019s time to come up [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":50,"featured_media":72292,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"inline_featured_image":false,"_genesis_hide_title":false,"_genesis_hide_breadcrumbs":false,"_genesis_hide_singular_image":false,"_genesis_hide_footer_widgets":false,"_genesis_custom_body_class":"","_genesis_custom_post_class":"","_genesis_layout":"","footnotes":"","_ppma_block_editor_authors":""},"categories":[6335,3],"tags":[],"ppma_author":[6354,6364],"class_list":["post-72256","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-mosque-fundraising","category-nonprofit-tips","entry"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v26.2 (Yoast SEO v28.5) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>17 Creative Fundraising Ideas for Islamic Charities<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Raise more for your Islamic charity with these 17 creative fundraising ideas! 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