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Zakat eligible with 100% donation policy
Every Penny Helps Those in Need
At Sight for Life, we are committed to a 100% donation policy, ensuring that every pound of your Zakat donation goes directly to those who need it most. Your Zakat in Islam is more than charity—it is a duty that brings hope to the less fortunate while purifying your wealth.
When you pay Zakat, you provide essential aid, such as cataract surgery, helping restore sight to those suffering from preventable blindness. Your Zakat fund also supports vulnerable communities reaching communities that lack access to eye treatments, providing the gift of vision to those who need it most.
By donating to Sight for Life, you fulfill your obligation with a 100% donation policy, ensuring your Zakat charity is distributed responsibly, following the teachings of the Quran and Sunnah.
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Sheikh Abu Eesa, a renowned Islamic scholar, passionately supports Sight for Life in its mission to combat preventable blindness. He highlights the life-changing impact of restoring sight and urges everyone to donate generously to help provide free cataract surgeries and essential eye care to those in need.
What is Zakat, and Why is it Important?
Zakat is a pillar of Islam, a financial duty upon all eligible Muslims. It serves as both a means of purifying wealth and supporting those in need. Through Zakat donations, we bridge the gap between the privileged and the less fortunate, fostering social justice within the Muslim Ummah.
Many Muslims in Pakistan and worldwide struggle to access necessities. Your Zakat donation can provide life-changing assistance, including medical aid, support in education, and eye treatments.
When you give Zakat, you not only fulfill an Islamic obligation but also bring light into the lives of those in need.
Who Can Receive Zakat?
The Holy Quran (9:60) identifies eight eligible recipients of Zakat charity:
- The poor (those struggling to meet basic needs)
- The needy (those unable to sustain themselves)
- Those responsible for administering Zakat
- Individuals whose hearts need reconciliation (new or struggling Muslims)
- People in bondage or slavery
- Those who are debt-ridden and cannot repay
- Those striving in the cause of Allah
- Travelers in need
By choosing Sight for Life for your Zakat al Fitr, you directly impact those most in need.
How Sight for Life Uses Your Zakat
Your Zakat charity helps the poor and needy, particularly those suffering from preventable blindness. At Sight for Life, we use your Zakat donations to:
- Fund cataract surgeries and life-changing eye treatments
- Provide medical care for orphans, widows, and needy families
- Allow us to save the children from eye diseases through our School Screening programme.
With a 100% donation policy, every donation goes toward transforming lives. This Ramadan, make your Zakat in Ramadan count by supporting those struggling with vision loss.
Our Story:
Sight for Life is a growing blind charity in the UK, dedicated to fighting preventable blindness and restoring sight for those in need. Since 2003, we have been providing free eye care for the poor, starting with our life-changing eye camps. In 2005, we established the Jannat Aziz Eye Hospital, offering free cataract surgery and essential eye treatments to underprivileged communities in Pakistan.
As a trusted sight loss charity, we focus on tackling avoidable blindness caused by cataracts, glaucoma, and other treatable conditions. Our work aligns with the Charity Commission for England and Wales, ensuring transparent donations and secure donor information.
By supporting Sight for Life, you help provide sight-saving surgery, vision care, and treatment for blindness, giving thousands of people the gift of sight.
Our Achievements
Why Choose Sight for Life for Your Zakat Donation?
- Trusted Zakat Charity – Sight for Life is a reliable and transparent Muslim charity, dedicated to helping you fulfill your Zakat obligation with sincerity and care.
- Islamic Verification – Our initiatives are guided by Islamic principles and aligned with Zakat in Islam.
- Registered & Accredited – Sight for Life is fully accredited with the Charity Commission for England and Wales, ensuring compliance with charity regulations and ethical donation practices.
- Transparency & Integrity – With our 100% donation policy, every penny you give is directed to life-changing projects.
- Secure & Confidential – We prioritize donor privacy and security, ensuring that all payment details and donor information are protected with the highest standards.
Our Life Changing Projects
Sponsor our Mobile Clinic
Expand our School Screening Program
Cataract Charity Appeal
Success Story
Zikran Bibi’s Journey from Darkness to Light
Zakat FAQs – Sight for Life
What is Zakat?
Zakat is a fundamental pillar of Islam, serving as both an act of charity and a means of wealth purification. It helps maintain social balance and supports those in need. For financially stable adult Muslims, giving Zakat is an obligatory religious duty.
How Often is Zakat Given?
Zakat is payable once a year when your wealth meets or exceeds the nisab threshold. If your wealth remains above this threshold for a full Islamic lunar year (355 days on average), you must pay 2.5% of the amount above the nisab. If your wealth falls below the nisab, you are not liable to pay Zakat for that year.
How Do I Calculate My Zakat?
You can use Zakat Calculator to quickly determine how much you need to pay. Alternatively, you can manually calculate it using the formula:
Personal & business assets – short-term liabilities = Total wealth
If your total wealth is above the nisab value, you must pay 2.5% in Zakat.
What Assets Are Included in Zakat?
Zakat applies to:
- Cash (in hand, savings, or bank accounts)
- Gold & silver (including jewelry)
- Investments & shares (at market value)
- Business stock (goods intended for sale)
- Rental income from properties
- Money set aside for property, weddings, or Hajj
- Loans owed to you that you expect to be repaid
What Assets Are Exempt from Zakat?
Certain essential items are exempt from Zakat, including:
- Your primary home
- Your main car
- Personal items like clothing, appliances, and furniture
- Monthly bills and rent/mortgage payments
- Debts and loans you owe to others
Who is Required to Pay Zakat?
You must pay Zakat if you:
- Are Muslim
- Are an adult (past puberty)
- Are financially stable, with wealth exceeding the nisab threshold
- Have maintained wealth above the nisab for one full lunar year
Who Can Receive Zakat?
Zakat must be distributed to one of eight eligible categories as defined in the Qur’an:
- The Poor (Fakir) – Those with little or no means
- The Needy (Miskin) – Individuals struggling to meet basic needs
- New Muslims (Muallaf) – Reverts in need of support
- Zakat Administrators (Amil) – Those managing Zakat distribution
- Captives & Slaves (Riqab) – To help free those in bondage
- Stranded Travelers (Ibnus Sabil) – Those far from home and in financial difficulty
- Debtors (Gharmin) – People burdened by debt
- Those Striving in the Cause of Allah (Fisabillillah) – Individuals engaged in humanitarian or religious efforts
What is Nisab?
The nisab threshold determines who must pay Zakat. It is based on the value of:
- 87.48 grams of gold OR
- 612.36 grams of silver
The exact nisab amount fluctuates based on current gold and silver prices. Zakat becomes due if your total wealth remains above this value for a full lunar year.
When Should Zakat Be Paid?
Your Zakat due date is the same Islamic date every year when your wealth first reached the nisab threshold. If you are unsure of your original date, you should estimate or select a consistent Islamic date to follow.
While Zakat can be paid at any time of the year, many Muslims prefer to give it in Ramadan due to increased rewards.
Where Should Zakat Be Distributed?
Islam encourages prioritizing local communities, but Zakat can also be used for global humanitarian efforts. Sight for Life ensures your Zakat reaches those in urgent need, particularly blind and visually impaired individuals who cannot afford medical treatment.
What If I Miss a Zakat Payment?
If you have missed Zakat payments from previous years, you must calculate and pay the outstanding amount as soon as possible.
Can I Gift Aid My Zakat Payment?
Yes! As a registered UK charity, Sight for Life can claim an extra 25% in Gift Aid on voluntary donations made by UK taxpayers. However, Zakat itself is not eligible for Gift Aid, but additional donations can be.
Can Zakat Be Paid in Advance?
Yes, you can prepay your Zakat before it becomes due, ensuring you never miss a payment.
Can I Pay Zakat in Instalments?
Yes, Zakat can be spread across the year through monthly payments via direct debit.
What Wealth is Included in Zakat?
Zakat applies to:
- Cash (savings, investments, and business funds)
- Gold & silver (jewelry and assets)
- Shares & pensions
- Business goods (for trade)
- Rental income
Personal essentials like your home, furniture, and car are not included.
Can Zakat Be Used for Research & Innovation?
Yes, Zakat can be allocated to support research and innovation that benefits eligible Zakat recipients.
Can Zakat Be Used for Education & Healthcare?
Yes, Zakat can fund education and medical aid for those who qualify under Islamic Zakat principles.
At Sight for Life, your Zakat can help restore vision for those suffering from preventable blindness. Donate today and transform lives.
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