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Libya Floods: A Crisis Still Unfolding

On September 11, 2023, 30 million cubic feet of water crashed into the Mediterranean town of Derna, Libya, unleashing unprecedented destruction. Thousands have perished and many more are injured. As r...

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The Unseen Link Between Happiness and Giving

Getting into the habit of giving is, unsurprisingly, something that many in the developed world tend to struggle with. The benefits of charitable cont...

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Libya Floods: A Crisis Still Unfolding

On September 11, 2023, 30 million cubic feet of water crashed into the Mediterranean town of Derna, Libya, unleashing unprecedented destruction. Thous...

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Hadith Reflection: Social Contribution as Sadaqah

   Social contribution is a broad concept. As many find material self-benefit in dedicating themselves to an impactful cause, others ma...

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Gaza Under Attack: Israel-Hamas Conflict Intensifies

As dawn broke on October 7, 2023, the skies over Gaza City were already painted with the trails of missiles. An unprecedented escalation of violence b...

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Gaza's Relentless Turmoil: Death and Destruction Intensifies

Oct 10, 2023 The escalating crisis between Israel and Hamas has taken a new, tumultuous turn following a surprise onslaught initiated by the Palestin...

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The History of Israel-Palestine Conflict

The Israel-Palestine conflict, deeply rooted in historical events spanning over a century, has significantly shaped the Middle East's geopolitical lan...

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How do I create a Fundraiser on the Feeling Blessed platform?

The Feeling Blessed mission is to “un-campaign-ify” charity culture. Instead of waiting for Laylatul Qadr or Ashura or any other heavy sea...

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How to utilize Zakat donations? Guide for Islamic nonprofits

Muslims give Zakat donation to fulfill one of their religious obligations ordained by Allah. It is a system of worship that brings blessings to the po...

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How do I add Qurbani Categories to my donation page?

Dhul-Hijjah, the final month of the Islamic calendar, is right around the corner. So, it’s time to start preparing for Qurbani! Completing Qurb...

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Back to School

As children worldwide prepare to resume their schooling after long summer vacations, one cannot help but question what it is like for nearly 23 millio...

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2 Ways to Make the Best of Dhul Hijjah. Effortlessly.

   The first ten days of Dhul Hijjah is a beautiful time of year for Muslims. It marks the beginning of the Hajj season and offers us a...

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Organizations you Should be Donating to for Pakistan Flood Relief

The devastating floods that shocked Pakistan in August 2022 destroyed nearly one-third of the country. More than 1,700 people have lost their lives. O...

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What Is Zakat-ul-Fitr?

Every adult Muslim with sufficient food to meet their needs should pay zakat ul-Fitr (fitrana) before Eid ul-Fitr. A household head can also pay zakat...

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How to Prepare yourself for the Ramadan Fundraising Campaign

For most Islamic nonprofits, Ramadan is the busiest month in the entire year. Sometimes it involves working through sleepless nights to ensure you rai...

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How to Keep your Volunteers Committed to Your Cause?

Most nonprofit organizations offer volunteer opportunities to support their mission. Volunteers commit their time and effort to help with important ta...

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The Overhead Myth: Debunking nonprofit administrative spending

With the recent social revolutions taking place around the world, people are looking for ways to get involved now more than ever. This, combined with...

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Al-Aqsa: The Significance of its Liberation with Salah

Recently, I was fortunate enough to visit the ‘Bait-ul Muqaddas’ and offer Salah in Al-Aqsa. I, like many before, went there with question...

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How to Leverage your Nonprofit on GivingTuesday?

Brace yourselves! It’s the giving season. A new window of opportunity has opened up for you to bring your nonprofit brand under the spotlight. I...

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Matching Gifts 101: A Basic Guide for Raising More

Corporate matching gifts enable organizations to raise more for their missions when qualifying donors request donation matches from their employers....

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10 Best Charities to Donate to for Islamic Causes

In the teachings of Islam, the act of giving holds a profound significance. The principles of compassion, empathy, and support for one's fellow human...

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It all comes back to the donor.

“Give us $1,000 and with our incredible marketing tactics, we will promise you a return of $2,000 in donations!” Tauseef Rab is the found...

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“Where Needed Most.” Do donors know where their money goes?

It’s the new trend for nonprofits to have a “catch-all” donation category.  General.  Let *Insert Nonprofit Name* Decide...

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Fundraising Difficulty? Try Automated Roundups

“Would you like to donate a dollar to help support the local animal shelter?” If you’ve ever been to a supermarket recently, a ques...

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Zakat as a method of community care

Every Friday right after Jummah prayer, I remember watching my mom dutifully slip a roll of bills into the white “ZAKAT” box on the wall....

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How Technology Can Help You Earn Extra Rewards

Technology has transformed our material life. Why shouldn’t we use it to transform our spiritual lives? One spiritual need that technology has m...

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Guide to Giving Zakat this Ramadan

Zakat is one of the five pillars of Islam and therefore one of the most essential activities that a Muslim performs as part of their Ibadah or worship...

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How do I export donor data on the Feeling Blessed platform?

It’s easy to see donors as nothing more: just sources of funds. But as responsible leaders in the nonprofit sector, we need to humanize our dono...

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How to Organize Your First-Ever Fundraising Event

The giving season is fast approaching, and you, as a nonprofit manager, are thinking of all ways you can create awareness about your cause and solicit...

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