100% Zakat
As one of the five pillars of the Muslim faith, Zakat is an essential act of worship in Islam. Translating from Arabic as ‘a means to grow, to increase, and to purify,’ Zakat is a way in which we can cleanse our wealth and assets while upholding our duty to give to those less fortunate.
For a 16th incredible year, Penny Appeal is proud to continue to have a 100% Zakat Donation Policy. That means that you can give yours with ease and confidence, knowing that 100% of your Zakat will go directly towards those who need it 100% of the time, giving you 100% of the reward.
After all, our noble Prophet (ﷺ) said: “When you pay the Zakat, you have fulfilled what is required of you.” [Tirmidhi]
Mazhar's Story
At 67 years old, Mazhar Hussain’s life is a daily battle. Disabled and too weak to walk, he depends on his struggling nephew to survive. With no income, no mobility, and no way to afford even the most basic necessities, Mazhar was trapped in a cycle of hardship.
Then came your Zakat.
In April 2024, as Eid approached, Mazhar received Rs. 8000 in cash support from Penny Appeal’s Zakat cash sponsorships — directly into his hands, giving him the power to choose what he needed most. Without hesitation, he bought essential medicine which was the key to easing his pain, restoring his health, and reclaiming his dignity - Alhmadulillah!
This is the true impact of Zakat cash. It doesn’t just provide aid, it empowers. It gives people like Mazhar the freedom to decide what will change their lives for the better.
Your Zakat, their choice. Give today and restore dignity to those in need.
Other Zakat Projects
Thirst Relief
Build a well with 100% Zakat and transform an entire community who are grappling with the reality of unsafe water.
Hifz Orphan
Combine two of Islam's greatest gifts by empowering an orphan to become a Hafiz of the Qur'an with 100% Zakat.
Feed Our World
Feed the world's most vulnerable families with nutritious meals while ensuring 100% of your Zakat reaches those who need it most.
OrphanKind
Sponsor a vulnerable orphan with your Zakat and free a child from a life of harm and neglect.
What is the Nisab?
The Nisab is the minimum amount of total wealth that Muslims must own before they are obliged to pay Zakat. The Prophet (ﷺ) set the Nisab threshold to be equivalent of 87.48 grams of gold and 612.36 grams of silver.
Administration of Zakat
As Allah (SWT) states in the Qur’an (9:60), Zakat is designated for the poor, the needy, those administering it, and other eligible recipients.
Here at Penny Appeal, we’re proud to continue to offer a 100% Zakat Donation Policy for a 16th year running, meaning every penny of your donation reaches deserving beneficiaries without deductions for our administration. However, we work with trusted local partners to deliver aid in hard-to-reach areas. These partners may incur necessary costs, such as transport for aid distribution. Islamically, they are entitled to use up to 12.5% of Zakat funds for these expenses, as outlined in the Qur’an.
Like the widows, orphans, and displaced families they serve, these workers also benefit from your generosity, helping sustain their livelihoods and strengthen their communities - Alhamdulillah. That is the power of Zakat.
Your Impact in Action!
9.2
TRILLION
Glasses of water
50
MILLION
Beneficiaries
49
MILLION
Meals
121
Thousand
Orphans Sponsored
This is the impact of your generosity. Together, we have provided food, water and vital support to those who need it most. Every donation, whether Sadaqah or Zakat, helps alleviate suffering and restore hope to communities facing unimaginable hardship.
We always aim to use your donation as intended. If that’s not possible, it will go to similar life-changing projects in the same country or a similar region. When you give to ‘where most needed’, your donation supports the world’s most vulnerable communities, based on expert guidance and our local partner insights. However you give, you can rest assured your donation is in the best hands!
How much is Zakat?
The Zakat rules mean that you need to pay 2.5% of your total wealth and savings.
Can Zakat be paid in instalments or in advance?
Yes! Zakat can be paid in instalments throughout the year, as long as you pay the full amount by the end of the lunar year. This can work well if you have a steady income, and can predict how much you will earn in the 12 month period. Many of our Zakat applicable appeals have monthly payments; for example, if the amount you need to pay for Zakat is £300, you could donate £25 a month for a year and build a well in your name or that of a loved one with your Zakat!
Who benefits from my Zakat?
Your Zakat donation can be used to care for orphans or the elderly, provide emergency aid, give food and water or deliver healthcare and education.
Many of our life-changing appeals are Zakat applicable. We have a 100% Zakat policy, which means that every single penny of your Zakat donation will go directly to those in need, 100% of the time.
How do I pay Zakat?
You can use our Zakat calculator to work out how the Zakat percentage applies to your wealth, and how much Zakat you need to pay.
We have many amazing appeals where you can give your Zakat for great causes – and we have a 100% Zakat policy, which means that 100% of your Zakat goes to people in need, 100% of the time.
What is the Nisab?
The Nisab is the minimum amount of wealth a Muslim must have before they need to pay Zakat – sometimes referred to as the Nisab threshold. You can work out your Nisab on gold (LINK to Zakat on Gold page), as it is done traditionally. But in many modern societies, the Nisab is generally agreed to be below the poverty line. So, if you are living above the poverty line, you are past the Nisab threshold and you will need to pay Zakat on your wealth and savings.
