Water Well Programme
"This water well has changed our lives forever."
Nasir, 32
Baltistan, Pakistan
Proud Advocate of The Zahra Trust
Support The Zahra Trust with Sayed Ammar Nakshawani
Sayed Ammar Nakshawani is a proud advocate of The Zahra Trust’s humanitarian work, helping raise awareness for vulnerable families facing poverty, crisis, displacement, and hardship around the world.
876,025
Lives Impacted
13
Countries
100%
Khums Compliant
Advocate · Humanitarian
Raising awareness for families facing poverty, crisis, and hardship worldwide.
— With Sayed Ammar Nakshawani
“The parable of those who spend their wealth in the way of Allah is as a grain growing seven ears; in every ear are a hundred grains. And Allah multiplies for whom He wills. And Allah is all-Encompassing and Knowing.”
About This Campaign
Give Where Most Needed
Through this page, your donation will support The Zahra Trust’s life-changing programmes, including food aid, medical support, orphan care, education, water projects, emergency relief, and long-term development initiatives.
Your gift is unrestricted — allocated Where Most Needed — so we can provide urgent relief today and help families rebuild with dignity, stability, and hope for the future.
Global Reach
Where We Work
Your support reaches communities across 13 countries — delivered responsibly and managed in line with Islamic principles.
Middle East
453,600 meals delivered in Lebanon in 2025
🇮🇶 Iraq🇱🇧 Lebanon🇾🇪 Yemen
Asia
244 water wells built in 2025
🇵🇰 Pakistan🇦🇫 Afghanistan🇮🇳 India
Africa
Water & education projects
🇰🇪 Kenya🇹🇿 Tanzania
Europe
Community empowerment
🇬🇧 UK🇩🇪 Germany
North America
Community empowerment
🇺🇸 USA🇨🇦 Canada
Oceania
Community empowerment
🇦🇺 Australia
Financial Transparency
Where Your Money Goes
We believe in complete transparency. Here is how every pound of your donation is spent — based on our UK Annual Report 2024–25.
90.5p
of every £1 funds life-changing programmes. The remaining 9.5p is invested in sustainability and mission growth to expand our reach.
Expenditure Breakdown · FY 2024–25
Charitable Activities90.5%
Mission Growth & Sustainability9%
Other Costs0.5%
100%
Khums Compliant
13
Countries Served
876k+
Lives Impacted
Stories of Compassion
Lives Your Support Touched
Education Programme
"I have been given the chance to continue my education."
Ayat, 10
Karbala, Iraq
Widow Empowerment
"Your support has truly changed our lives."
Um Fatima
Najaf, Iraq
5.0 Excellent
Based on verified donors
"The Zahra Trust has a dedicated and energetic team — transparent, strategic, proactive."
"Reaches some of the most vulnerable communities with honesty and transparency."
"I fully trust that donations go to the right place and the right people."
Watch & Learn
Hear from Sayed Ammar Nakshawani
Watch these messages highlighting The Zahra Trust’s humanitarian work and the families your support can help.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions about supporting The Zahra Trust through this page.
What does my donation support?
Donations through this page are unrestricted and given Where Most Needed. The Zahra Trust can allocate your gift across life-changing programmes — including food aid, medical support, orphan care, education, water projects, emergency relief, and long-term development — wherever the need is greatest.
Where does my donation go?
The Zahra Trust delivers your gift to those most in need across 13 countries — supporting water projects, education, orphan care, healthcare and emergency food aid for widows, orphans and impoverished families.
Is The Zahra Trust Khums compliant?
Yes. The Zahra Trust is guided by respected Maraja and all giving is managed in line with Islamic principles, ensuring your donations, Khums and Zakat are distributed correctly.
Can I give as a regular monthly donation?
Absolutely. You can give as a one-time gift or set up a regular monthly donation so we can provide ongoing support to those in need — even a small amount each month makes a lasting difference.
How do I know my donation is used responsibly?
We are a registered charity in England & Wales (1129501), regulated by the Fundraising Regulator, with transparent processes ensuring every penny of your donation reaches those who need it most.
More ways to give
Explore our causes
Every cause is delivered with care and managed in line with Islamic principles.
Zakat
Fulfil a core pillar of Islam.
Khums
Sehme Imam and Sehme Sadaat.
Sadaqah Jariyah
Ongoing charity, ongoing reward.
Fidya & Kaffarah
Make up missed fasts and oaths.
Radd al-Madhalim
Restitution for unknown rights.
Microfinance
Skills and income for widows.
Orphans & Widows
Long-term care for vulnerable families.
Sustainable Projects
Wells, gardens, housing, schools.
Afghanistan Appeal
Urgent humanitarian aid.
Iraq Appeal
Support vulnerable Iraqi families.
Pakistan Appeal
Urgent relief for families in crisis.
Who is Zahra?
The inspiration behind our work.
Join Our Team
Careers and volunteering opportunities.
Water Aid
Relieving hunger and bringing clean water to communities.
Education
Empowering children through learning and opportunity.
About Us
Our mission, values, and global work since 2008.
FAQs
Answers to common questions about our work and donations.
Support with Sayed Ammar today
Your generosity can provide urgent relief today and help families rebuild with dignity, stability, and hope for the future.