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Why Give Sadaqah Jariyah This Ramadan?

Hanen Musa

Ramadan is a month of immense blessings and an opportunity to maximize our rewards through acts of charity. Among the most impactful forms of giving is Sadaqah Jariyah, a continuous charity that benefits people for generations while securing ongoing rewards in the hereafter. 

The Prophet Muhammad (SAW) said: 
"When a person dies, his deeds come to an end except for three things: ongoing charity (Sadaqah Jariyah), beneficial knowledge, and a righteous child who prays for him."

[Sahih Muslim]

 

This Ramadan, you can be a source of long-term relief by supporting projects that transform lives well beyond today. 

What Is Sadaqah Jariyah? 

Sadaqah Jariyah is a form of charity that continues to benefit people over time. Unlike one-time donations, which meet immediate needs, this type of charity provides lasting solutions to poverty and hardship. 

Sadaqah vs. Sadaqah Jariyah: What’s the Difference? 

 

Sadaqah 

Sadaqah Jariyah 

One Time Charity  

Ongoing Charity 

Immediate Impact 

Long-Term Benefits 

Examples: Giving Money to the Poor 

Examples: Building a well, Sponsoring an Orphan 

Rewards Lasting from the moment of Giving 

Reward Continues as Long as People Benefit From it 

 

 

When you give Sadaqah Jariyah, your kindness lives on, helping those in need while securing ongoing blessings for yourself. 

The Power of Sadaqah Jariyah 

 A Lifelong Impact 

Your donation doesn’t just help once it keeps providing relief for years to come. Imagine the countless lives changed by a water well, the knowledge gained through education sponsorship, or the livelihoods restored through skills training. 

Spiritual Rewards Beyond This Life 

The Prophet (SAW) assured us that Sadaqah Jariyah continues to benefit the giver even after death. Every drop of water from a well, every lesson learned by an orphan, and every meal provided by a sustainable livelihood program adds to your reward. 

 Reaching the Most Vulnerable 

Sadaqah Jariyah ensures that people in need, no matter where they are, receive support that lasts. Through Muslim Hands, your donations reach struggling communities in Pakistan, Niger, Mali, Yemen, The Gambia, and Gaza. 

Sadaqah Jariyah Projects to Support This Ramadan 

Build or Rehabilitate a Water Well 

Access to clean water is a fundamental human right, yet millions lack it. By donating a water well, you provide families with safe drinking water for decades. From just $310, you can help establish a long-term water source. 

Donate a Water Well 

Sponsor an Orphan

For just $45 a month, you can transform an orphan’s future by providing education, healthcare, and nutritious meals. Your support gives these vulnerable children hope and stability. 

Sponsor an Orphan 

Support Sustainable Livelihoods 

Help families escape poverty by funding vocational training, livestock, or small businesses. Your donation empowers individuals with the skills and resources to provide for themselves, creating lasting change. 

Support Livelihoods 

Plant Trees in Poor Communities 

A simple act like planting a tree can provide food for generations. This small but powerful form of Sadaqah Jariyah contributes to families in need for years to come.  

Plant a Tree 

How Muslim Hands Delivers Your Sadaqah Jariyah 

At Muslim Hands, we ensure your donations reach those who need them most. Our teams conduct thorough needs assessments in remote and crisis-hit areas, ensuring that your Sadaqah Jariyah creates lasting impact. 

By giving today, you’re not just donating but building a legacy of compassion, mercy, and change.  

Make This Ramadan Count 

Ramadan is a time of reflection, generosity, and spiritual renewal. This year, choose Sadaqah Jariyah and give in a way that lasts beyond this moment. 

Your kindness today can uplift entire communities tomorrow. 

Give Sadaqah Jariyah Now 


Muslim Hands USA

Muslim Hands is an international aid agency and NGO working worldwide to help those affected by natural disasters, conflict and poverty. Muslim Hands USA is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization (No. 27-4155655).