Zakat Foundation™ Egypt is a non-governmental organization that aims to alleviate poverty and provide humanitarian assistance to those in need. The organization is committed to helping the poor and the needy in Egypt and is dedicated to promoting social justice and human dignity. The annual report for 2007 provides an overview of the activities of Zakat Foundation™ Egypt during that year and highlights the impact of its programs and initiatives.
The report begins with an introduction from the Chairman of Zakat Foundation™ Egypt, Dr. Muhammad Abdul Bari, who stresses the importance of giving Zakat (Islamic charity) as a means of fulfilling one's religious obligation and helping those in need. He also highlights the need for Zakat to be distributed effectively and efficiently, and praises the efforts of Zakat Foundation™ Egypt in this regard.
The report then provides an overview of the programs and initiatives undertaken by Zakat Foundation™ Egypt during 2007. These include the following:
Food distribution: Zakat Foundation™ Egypt distributed food packages to needy families throughout the country. The food packages contained essential items such as rice, flour, sugar, oil, and lentils, and were designed to provide families with enough food for a month.
Health care: The organization provided free medical consultations and treatment to those who could not afford it. Zakat Foundation™ Egypt also organized health awareness campaigns to educate people about the importance of hygiene and disease prevention.
Education: Zakat Foundation™ Egypt provided financial support to needy students to help them continue their education. The organization also distributed school supplies such as books, bags, and stationery to students in poor areas.
Orphans: Zakat Foundation™ Egypt provided support to orphans and their families. This included financial assistance for education, healthcare, and other basic needs.
Ramadan programs: Zakat Foundation™ Egypt organized various programs during the holy month of Ramadan, including Iftar (breaking of the fast) events, food distribution, and the distribution of Zakat to those in need.
The report also highlights the impact of Zakat Foundation™ Egypt's programs and initiatives. For example, the food distribution program provided assistance to over 2,500 families, while the health care program provided free medical consultations to over 1,500 people. The education program supported over 1,000 students, and the orphan support program provided assistance to over 200 orphans and their families.
The report also provides financial information about Zakat Foundation™ Egypt's operations during 2007. The organization received donations totaling over EGP 4 million, which were used to fund its various programs and initiatives. The report also provides a breakdown of how the funds were spent, with the majority of the money going towards the food distribution program.
In conclusion, Zakat Foundation™ Egypt's annual report for 2007 provides a comprehensive overview of the organization's activities during that year. The report highlights the impact of Zakat Foundation™ Egypt's programs and initiatives and provides financial information about the organization's operations. Overall, the report demonstrates Zakat Foundation™ Egypt's commitment to alleviating poverty and promoting social justice in Egypt.