It is quite true that charity begins at home. However, such generosity should not be restricted to one’s house but must go beyond those walls. It is this spirit of giving and caring with which Mohammad Shamsuddin floated the well-intended Rahim Rahman Foundation, now known as RR Foundation, which is committed to helping the needy and reaching out to families from the poorer strata besides being there to meet the medical and educational compulsions of the deprived sections.
Read MoreRR Foundation has a clear vision about its charitable activities and on how to go about implementing them. We do not believe in donating money for the sake of it. Our effort would be in making the beneficiaries stand on their legs. We follow this policy as espoused in the holy Quran.
Food is critical for one’s survival. Alas, there are millions of people, including children, who are even denied a square meal a day...
There are millions of people, including in India, who are without a shelter. They are at a major health risk and, in their frustration, are prone to vices...
If on the one hand, food and shelter are paramount, there is no denying that earning a livelihood is of equal importance. Nobody can lead a comfortable...
When Allah, the Almighty, has given us happiness and prosperity, He was also sending a message to us that we should share the same with those not as fortunate as we are. Anyone who believes in Allah cannot turn a blind eye to the miseries and agonies of those around them. It is our duty to wipe out their tears and help them lead a contended life. That is why great importance has been given to charity in Islam.
Read MoreContributions to Religious places churches and non-profits are tax-deductible Donations to charity are tax deductible expenses. These donations can reduce your taxable income and lower your tax bill. Not everyone will be able to deduct their charitable contributions, however. You will need to itemize your tax deductions in order to claim any charity.
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