Prophet Muhammad (saw) said:
“Whoever slaughtered the sacrifice before the prayer, he just slaughtered it for himself, and whoever slaughtered it after the prayer, he slaughtered it at the right time and followed the tradition of the Muslims.” [Hadith, Sahih Bukhari]
Offering Qurbani is one of the most rewardable things that can be done in the holy month of Dhul Hijjah. The first nine days of Dhul Hijjah have been decreed to be the best in the year, even better than Ramadan. They offer opportunities for reaping rewards, blessings, the mercy of Allah, and give us a change to truly reflect on our relationship with Allah (swt).
The Impact of your Qurbani Donation
With each Qurbani donation, fresh, nutritious meat is distributed among poor and vulnerable communities over the days of Eid-ul-Adha. For many people receiving Qurbani meat, this will be the first time they will be eating meat all year. Your Qurbani donation is helping to tackle hunger and promote wellbeing and joy across the days of Eid.
At Muslim Charity, our partner teams work hard on the ground to ensure the highest quality Qurbani process and distribution. We procure animals in advance, selecting only those who are in excellent health and condition, meeting the age requirements as stipulated by Islamic guidelines. We ensure animals are kept in the best possible condition and that their sacrifice is done in a manner that is painless, dignified and simple.
We also ensure that any Qurbani donation is distributed over the days of Eid, and to those most in need. Our teams identify vulnerable families ahead of time, and ensure meat is delivered timely. Qurbani is carried out across Asia, Africa and the Middle East, benefiting thousands of families every year.
Why is Qurbani so important?
With a worsening hunger crisis around the world, your Qurbani means more than ever. Reports suggest that worldwide there are approximately 50 million people on the brink of starvation, across 45 countries. A person dies from hunger every 4 seconds.
These statistics are horrific, but bring home the importance of your Qurbani donation. Not only does offering Qurbani mean that families are able to enjoy a nice, hearty meal over Eid, but they are provided with food that is nutritious. Often for families who are food-insecure, their diets lack good nutrition, having consequences on the development and growth of children and adults, as well as cognitive development. By providing meat, we give families a source of protein for a while, giving them a boost and further support.
By using a local model, we work with local vendors and teams, boosting local economies and providing jobs where possible. This means that we support local communities even further, helping to create lasting change.
Give your Qurbani today, don’t delay
No good deed should be delayed, so make your Qurbani donation today and reap the rewards of this beautiful sacred act. With every donation, you’ll be fulfilling the sunnah of Prophet Ibrahim (as), and feeding those in need. Your donation will bring smiles this Dhul Hijjah.
Prophet Muhammad (saw) told us:
“For every hair of the Qurbani you receive a reward from Allah (swt).” (Tirmidhi)
Make your Qurbani donation today with Muslim Charity, starting at just £20. We’re here every step of the way to make this beautiful time of year more meaningful and easy for you. Our website is packed with information, and you can decide where you want to give your Qurbani this year.
Last year, your Qurbani donations meant we provided fresh meat to 775,392 people in need across Asia, Africa and the Middle East. This year, we want to do even more.
