Give Your Zakat to Save Lives

Zakat is an Islamic obligation of 2.5% on qualifying wealth (known as Zakat al-maal) held over one full lunar year and above the Nisab threshold. It includes cash, savings, gold, silver, investments, business assets, and other Zakat-eligible wealth, after deducting liabilities. If your total eligible wealth exceeds the Nisab, your Zakat due is 2.5% of that amount. You can use our Zakat Calculator to work this out accurately.

Save the Mothers Trust is committed to ethical fundraising and giving. Our donation policy ensures that your Zakat is allocated where it’s needed most to help vulnerable individuals and families — supporting healthcare, education, food security, clean water, and basic necessities. (Many charities like ours adopt a 100% Zakat policy, meaning every penny of your Zakat goes directly to eligible beneficiaries.)

Yes! When you donate your Zakat with us online or through bank transfer, you will receive an official donation receipt. This receipt can be used for your personal records and for Gift Aid claims if you are a UK taxpayer (where applicable). It also helps you keep track of your Zakat payments each year.

• Healthcare and maternal services
• Food and water provision
• Education and skills support
• Emergency relief and humanitarian aid
• Disability aids for individuals with physical challenges
• Financial assistance for widows and orphans

If you miss paying your Zakat on time, it remains a religious obligation to calculate and pay it as soon as possible. You should estimate your wealth at the end of each year you missed and pay 2.5% for each year’s eligible wealth. Making up missed Zakat promptly is important to fulfil your duty fully.