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Tour Benefiting Needy Children to stop in four cities nationwide Posted on 7/1/2008 Buena Park, CA (July 1, 2008) – U.S aid agency Islamic Relief, is celebrating 15 years of alleviating poverty around the world with the exciting return of the nationwide benefit concert for children, the 3rd Annual Evening of Inspiration.
The tour is scheduled to stop in New York, Dallas, San Jose, and Orange County.
The “Evening of Inspiration” concert tour has evolved into the most popular and prestigious event for thousands of Muslims in the U. [...] read more » | California-based Aid Agency is Asking the Public to Help the Victims Posted on 6/19/2008 Buena Park, CA (June 19, 2008) – What is said to be the worst flooding in the region in more than 15 years, severe storms across six Midwest states in the last month have caused the Mississippi river to overflow causing billion-dollar losses and increasing fears of global food inflation.
Islamic Relief is launching an emergency appeal to help those affected with urgent aid.
Twenty-four people have died, over 100 have been injured, and another 40,000 have been forced from their homes in flood affected areas of Iowa, Indiana, Wisconsin, Illinois, and Minnesota.
So far, the flooding has ruined an estimated 5 million acres of crop land for corn and soybean, the damage of which could cost close to $20 billion. [...] read more » | World-renowned cricket player to speak in six-city tour in mid-February Posted on 2/4/2008 Buena Park, CA (January 28, 2008)—California-based international aid agency, Islamic Relief, will host a series of benefit dinners in six cities across the United States this February to raise funds for development projects in Pakistan. Over 4,000 people nationwide are expected to attend the events.
The keynote speaker at the events will be Shahid Afridi, world-renowned cricket player and member of the Pakistan National cricket team, who will speak on his experience working with Islamic Relief in Pakistan.
Afridi joined Islamic Relief to visit Baluchistan, Pakistan in July of 2007, one month after a devastating cyclone struck Baluchistan and caused severe flooding that left over 250,000 people displaced. [...] read more » | Packaging of supplies will take place after community prayer for victims Posted on 11/28/2007 Buena Park, CA (October 25, 2007) – As fires still rage on in Southern California, Southland residents will be gathering in Garden Grove tonight to make “Care Packages” for evacuees. The packages will be assembled at the Islamic Society of Orange County following community prayers for relief from the natural disaster.
Islamic Relief, an international aid organization with ongoing efforts in response to other disasters such as Hurricane Katrina and the tsunami, will be bringing together volunteers to assemble the packages.
The packages will consist of essential hygiene items such as toothbrushes/toothpastes, hand sanitizers, masks, hand towels, and other items. [...] read more » | Aid Agency Appeals to Public for Donations Posted on 11/19/2007 Buena Park, CA (November 16, 2007) – Only months after half the country was submerged under flood waters, Cyclone Sidr has devastated the southwestern coastal belt of Bangladesh, forcing nearly 600,000 people to be evacuated from their homes. More than 600 are thought to be dead and hundreds have been reported injured or missing.
Islamic Relief has launched a $6 million appeal to help the victims. An initial allocation of $ 1 million has already been made to provide immediate relief to evacuees and victims of the cyclone. [...] read more » | Muslims to Provide Food, Clothing, Health Screenings to Needy Posted on 9/25/2007
BUENA PARK, CA (September 20, 2007) – For the sixth consecutive year, Muslims across the United States will be taking to the streets to help serve the homeless while fasting in the month of Ramadan. The annual Humanitarian Day for the homeless event, coordinated nationwide by Islamic Relief for the third year, is expanding to 19 cities this year and will serve an estimated 25,000 needy people in the weekend of Sept. 29-30.
Last year’s event helped serve over 18,000 homeless and needy people in 14 cities across the United States. [...] read more » | "Darfur needs our immediate attention to prevent another tragedy in Sudan" Posted on 3/22/2007 BUENA PARK, CA (March 22, 2007) – "Darfur needs our immediate attention to prevent another tragedy in Sudan. We need to help save millions of innocent civilians who are in desperate need for help right now," said Yousef Abdallah, manager of Islamic Relief's office in Totowa, New Jersey, after returning from a fact-finding mission to Darfur, Sudan.
Abdallah and Anwar Khan, National Development Director for the organization, visited Islamic Relief's ongoing projects in Darfur and other parts of Sudan as part of a humanitarian trip to the country.
"It was heartbreaking to see that people were still in the camp three years since I last visited," said Khan. [...] read more » | Islamic Relief USA Awarded Charity Navigator's 4-Star Rating for Fourth Consecutive Year Posted on 2/27/2007 BUENA PARK, CA (February 27, 2007) – For the fourth consecutive year, Islamic Relief USA has been awarded a 4-star rating by Charity Navigator, the largest charity evaluator in the United States. Out of the 5,131 charities evaluated by Charity Navigator as of February 1, 2007, only 4% have received four consecutive 4-star evaluations.
Throughout the years, Islamic Relief has maintained its high standards of fiscal responsibility and transparency. In the past four years that Islamic Relief has been evaluated by Charity Navigator, it has received their highest rating. [...] read more » | Posted on 2/5/2007 BUENA PARK, CA (February 5, 2007) – International aid organization Islamic Relief and Connecticut-based AmeriCares have partnered to provide over $600,000 worth of vital medicines and medical supplies to the people of drought and war-stricken Somalia. Half of the aid supplies arrived in Somalia on Saturday and the remainder of the shipment will leave Dubai on Tuesday. The aid will be distributed through Islamic Relief established health clinics in the towns of Dangorayo and Ba'adweyn.
"The kind generosity of AmeriCares is highly appreciated," said Rashid Warsame, Islamic Relief's Regional Program Coordinator for the Africa Desk. [...] read more » | Posted on 2/2/2007 BUENA PARK, CA (February 2, 2007) - As millions anticipate the big kickoff this "Super Sunday," Islamic Relief will be distributing 4,000 pounds of meat to low-income families hours before the game gets underway. In partnership with Los Angeles-based non-profits, the ILM Foundation, Muslim American Society, and the Islamic Shura Council of Southern California, Islamic Relief will give out approximately forty pounds of food per family this Sunday at 1 pm.
The distribution will take place at Masjid Ibadullah, where one hundred families are expected to turnout.
Islamic Relief has already distributed over 15,000 pounds of meat to needy communities in the Metro Detroit area and another 14,000 in California. [...] read more » | Posted on 1/30/2007 BUENA PARK, CA (January 29, 2007) - In conjunction with the Children's Hospital of Michigan's CATCH Pediatric Mobile Team, Islamic Relief will help provide free flu immunizations to children in low-income communities this Tuesday and Friday in Detroit and Hamtramck, respectively.
Islamic Relief is helping to bring the free flu immunization services to the community to protect children from catching the illness. The CATCH (Caring Athletes Team for Children's and Henry Ford Hospitals) Pediatric Mobile Team will be providing free immunizations to children between 5-18 years of age at two locations.
Children who will be immunized will have parental consent and fall primarily in the category of the uninsured or Medicaid dependent families. [...] read more » | Posted on 1/29/2007 BUENA PARK, CA (January 29, 2007) - In partnership with the Sacramento chapter of the Muslim American Society, Islamic Relief donated over 6,500 pounds of food to Sacramento area groups the past two weekends to help feed the homeless and other needy families in the community. As part of its national efforts, Islamic Relief distributed this meat in Sacramento to Family Promise of Sacramento, St. John's Shelter for Women and Children, and the Salvation Army's Social Services Center.
An interfaith hospitality network that assists homeless families gain self-sufficiency, Family Promise of Sacramento was the recipient of 2,500 pounds of meat on Saturday, January 21. [...] read more » | Islamic Relief to Distribute Over 35,000 Pounds of Food as Part of National Effort Posted on 1/18/2007 BUENA PARK, CA (January 18, 2007) - Islamic Relief, in partnership with Diamond Bar-based social services organization UpLift, will be distributing food and toys to needy, recently immigrated families from East Africa this Saturday, January 20, 2007.
About one hundred families from several East African countries will be provided an average of thirty-five pounds of meat, as well as toys for children. Approximately 3,500 pounds of food will be distributed this weekend.
Islamic Relief has already distributed over 15,000 pounds of meat to needy communities in the Metro Detroit area. [...] read more » | Posted on 12/22/2006 BUENA PARK, CA (December 21, 2006) – Since the December 26, 2004 tsunami in Southeast Asia, Islamic Relief has been building enough homes to accommodate an average of five families a week in Aceh, Indonesia. Two years after the disaster, housing remains a serious problem for the 1.5 million people who were made homeless.
In Aceh, the worst affected area, over half a million people lost their homes. [...] read more » | Islamic Relief to Provide Food to Needy People at Home, and Abroad Posted on 12/20/2006 BUENA PARK, CA (December 16, 2006) – As the annual pilgrimage season of Hajj approaches, Muslims prepare to celebrate one of Islam's two major holidays by sacrificing an animal following in the example of Prophet Abraham. This year, Islamic Relief will be distributing the meat in California and Michigan, in addition to 30 other countries around the world to share the blessings with those in need and help fulfill a religious obligation.
Udhiyah/Qurbani is an Islamic religious practice performed at the time of Eid al-Adha (the 10th day of the Islamic month of Dhu al-Hijjah) involving the slaughtering of an animal; usually a sheep, goat, or cow. Muslims believe that Eid al-Adha is a day of celebration and remembrance of God Almighty. [...] read more » | Posted on 12/14/2006 BUENA PARK, CA (December 14, 2006) – The White House will convene an important summit on malaria on Thursday, December 14. The deadly disease is killing over one million people every year. In the global fight to eradicate malaria, Islamic Relief has implemented projects in three African countries to reduce mortality and protect vulnerable populations.
Long eradicated in developed countries such as the United States, malaria still kills 1. [...] read more » | Posted on 12/11/2006 BUENA PARK, CA (December 11, 2006) - Islamic Relief and the United Nations World Food Program (WFP) recently signed a major agreement to expand collaboration in the two organizations' responses to humanitarian emergencies and efficient delivery of food aid to the needy.
"I am very happy with this formalization of our relationship, as the signing of this Memorandum of Understanding brings this successful cooperation to the limelight," said Dr. Hany El Banna, President of Islamic Relief Worldwide.
"Even more importantly, it opens up opportunities for even more intensive cooperation – both in terms of program and implementation and in terms of policy-level engagement. [...] read more » | Posted on 9/20/2006 Buena PARK, CA (September 20, 2006) - Pakistani President General Pervez Musharraf will be presenting the Sitar-i-Isaar ('Star of Dedication') Award to Islamic Relief and other aid groups for their relief efforts after last year's devastating earthquake. The award ceremony will take place this Thursday, Sept. 21, at the Pakistani Embassy in Washington, D.C. [...] read more » | Posted on 9/20/2006 BUENA PARK, CA (September 20, 2006) – As Ramadan, the Islamic month of fasting approaches, Muslims across the United States and the world prepare for abstaining from food and drink. This year, the lunar-based month of Ramadan is slated to begin on September 23.
Besides abstaining from food, drink, and conjugal relations from dawn until dusk, Muslims are also encouraged to be more generous in this month and increase charitable deeds. With the influx of donor generosity, Ramadan is also one of the busiest periods for Islamic Relief, an international aid and development organization, which increased its staff and office hours to meet the expected donor demand. [...] read more » | Posted on 8/31/2006 BUENA PARK, CA (August 31, 2006) - Islamic Relief is shipping 110 tons of much-needed relief supplies to Lebanon in coordination with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. A 747 jumbo jet will depart Salt Lake City on Friday morning, Sept. 1, carrying much-needed humanitarian aid supplies to assist civilian victims of the recent crisis.
Contents of the shipment include medical and first aid supplies, hygiene kits, quilts, infant formula, clothing, newborn kits, and many other relief items. [...] read more » | Posted on 8/29/2006 BUENA PARK, CA (August 29, 2006) - With a year passing since the destruction brought onshore by Hurricane Katrina, Islamic Relief continues to operate projects assisting survivors of the tragedy. With over $2 million in aid already spent on projects in Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas, Islamic Relief has remained committed to helping victims of the worst natural disaster in U.S. history. [...] read more » | Posted on 8/7/2006 BUENA PARK, CA (August 7, 2006) - Islamic Relief's highly popular "Evening of Inspiration" worldwide benefit concert tour came to an exciting close on Sunday at the Long Beach Performing Arts Center. A sold out crowd of 3,000 people helped raise over $245,000 for orphans and needy children around the world .
The "Evening of Inspiration" benefit concert - touring in Dallas, New Jersey, Detroit, and Long Beach from July 27 to August 6 - showcased some of the world's leading performers of Islamic cultural entertainment. The concerts reshaped the culture of Islamic entertainment throughout the United States, being one of the first tours of its kind in history. [...] read more » | Posted on 8/1/2006 BUENA PARK, CA (August 1, 2006) - Since the start of the 48 hour ceasefire in Lebanon, Islamic Relief has been delivering urgently needed aid to civilians trapped in South Lebanon, including Qana, where 60 people were recently killed. Islamic Relief is one of the few international aid agencies delivering food and relief items in the southern part of the country.
"Some people in Qana had not received food for 20 days. When we arrived they were too scared to come out of their homes. [...] read more » | Posted on 7/26/2006 BUENA PARK, CA (July 26, 2006) - Congresswoman Maxine Waters (D-CA) will recognize the contributions of the University Muslim Medical Association (UMMA) Community Clinic today, July 26, on the floor of the House of Representatives. Islamic Relief has been a strong and proud supporter of the clinic's work over the last decade.
The UMMA Community Clinic has provided free and low cost health care to the residents of South Los Angeles for a decade. In this period, UMMA Community Clinic has been treating some of Los Angeles' poorest residents with much-needed health services. [...] read more » | Posted on 7/14/2006 BUENA PARK, CA (July 14, 2006) - Islamic Relief is bringing the highly popular "Evening of Inspiration" benefit concert to the United States for the first time, after holding it for the third straight year in the United Kingdom and selling out in all six venues. The U.S. concerts will tour in four locations - Dallas, New Jersey, Detroit, Los Angeles - from July 27 to August 6, 2006. [...] read more » | Posted on 7/7/2006 BUENA PARK, CA (July 7, 2006) - In conjunction with the New Jersey Muslim community, Islamic Relief, an international relief and development organization, is holding a fundraising benefit this Saturday, July 8, to assist "Children in Need" around the world.
One out every four children in the world lives in a dangerously unstable environment. That is approximately 540 million children worldwide. Within the first five years of their lives, 30% of these children will suffer from malnutrition; 26% will never be immunized against the most basic childhood diseases; 19% will lack access to safe drinking water; and 17% will never attend school. [...] read more » | Posted on 7/7/2006 BUENA PARK, CA (July 7, 2006) - In conjunction with the Islamic Center of Southern California, Islamic Relief, an international relief and development organization, is holding a fundraising benefit this Saturday, July 8, to assist the victims of the current food crisis in the Horn of Africa.
More than 30 million people are going hungry across Africa. Over 3.5 million in Kenya, 4. [...] read more » | Posted on 5/31/2006 BURBANK, CA (May 31, 2006) - #1 rated Los Angeles-based news/talk radio station, KFI AM 640, is joining hands with the international relief and development organization, Islamic Relief, to raise urgently needed funds for victims of the devastating earthquake in Java, Indonesia.
"KFI is pleased to join with Islamic Relief's efforts to raise money on behalf of the victims of the recent earthquake in Indonesia," said KFI's Program Director, Robin Bertolucci.
KFI is encouraging its listeners to give whatever they can to help the earthquake victims. "With over 5,000 killed and hundreds of thousands of others injured and homeless, KFI is urging its huge listener base to reach out to those in need and donate to Islamic Relief," said Bertolucci. [...] read more » | Posted on 5/30/2006 BURBANK, CA (May 30, 2006) - In coordination with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Islamic Relief is shipping over 200,000 pounds of urgently needed supplies, valued at over $1.6 million, to assist victims of the devastating earthquake that struck Indonesia.
The 747 cargo plane departing from Salt Lake City will include essential items such as hygiene kits, first aid supplies, medical and surgical supplies, tarps, wheel chairs, crutches, and many other items. The supplies for the shipment were gathered based on needed items requested by the government of Indonesia. [...] read more » | Posted on 5/27/2006 BURBANK, CA (May 27, 2006) - Thousands of people have been killed and injured after a deadly earthquake struck Indonesia's main island of Java. A magnitude 6.2 earthquake struck before 6:00 am local time on Saturday off the island's coast.
The Indonesian Health Minister, Siti Fadillah Supari, described the situation as "very serious. [...] read more » | Posted on 5/19/2006 BURBANK, CA (May 19, 2006) - The City of Detroit, in partnership with Islamic Relief, an international relief and development organization, will be taking part in the annual "Motor City Makeover 2006" this Saturday, May 20.
An annual program sponsored by the City of Detroit, "Motor City Makeover" aims to help communities clean up their neighborhoods. Volunteers will be equipped with garbage bags, gloves, and dumpsters to assist them in cleaning the neighborhood streets.
In addition to Islamic Relief and the City of Detroit, others taking part in this community event include the City of Hamtramck, the Neighborhood City Hall-East District, and Muath Bin Jabal Mosque. [...] read more » | Posted on 4/17/2006 BURBANK, CA (April 17, 2006) - For the third consecutive year, Islamic Relief USA has been awarded with a 4-star rating by Charity Navigator, the largest charity evaluator in the United States. Charity Navigator's stated goal is "to advance a more efficient and responsive philanthropic marketplace by evaluating the financial health of 3,000 of America's largest charities."
In a letter to Islamic Relief, Charity Navigator's Executive Director, Trent Stamp, commended the accomplishment:
"This month we have calculated a new rating for your organization based on the most current financial information available. We are happy to announce that Islamic Relief has earned its third consecutive 4-star rating for its ability to efficiently allocate and grow its finances. [...] read more » | Posted on 4/17/2006 BURBANK, CA (April 17, 2006) - "Rhytms of Peace," a benefit concert to help the victims of the devastating earthquake in Pakistan will be held on April 30 in Washington, DC. The proceeds from the event will go to Islamic Relief, an international relief and development organization.
Organized in conjunction with Washington, DC area Muslim Students Associations, the event will feature the most highly touted Muslim musical performers in North America. Entertaining the crowd will be Native Deen, a local-area group of three individuals, solo performer Dawud Wharnsby-Ali from Canada, and the Detroit-based group, 786. [...] read more » | Posted on 4/11/2006 BURBANK, CA (April 11, 2006) - In conjunction with the Woodrow Wilson Center's Africa Program and the Environmental Change and Security Project, Islamic Relief, an international relief and development organization, will be holding a special briefing on April 13 to discuss the humanitarian impact of the current drought in the Horn of Africa.
The Horn of Africa and some surrounding countries are experiencing a major food crisis as a result of the on-going drought. The UN's World Food Program estimates more than 30 million people across the region are going hungry as a result of the crisis.
Presenting the findings of their recent assessment trip to Africa will be Hany Abdel Gawad El Banna and Seyed Rizwan Mowlana. [...] read more » | Posted on 3/22/2006 BURBANK, California (March 22, 2006) - Islamic Relief, an international relief and development organization will be holding a special ceremony marking the opening of its Dallas, Texas office. The event will take place Friday, March 24, 2006.
Confirmed attendees for the event include Mayor Pat Evans of Plano and Mayor Gary Slagel of Richardson. Also attending will be Yusuf Kavakci, Imam (leader) of the Islamic Association of North Texas, Mohamed El-Ibiary of the Freedom and Justice Foundation, and representatives of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR). [...] read more » | Posted on 3/14/2006 BURBANK, California (March 14, 2006) – Islamic Relief representative Shamiq Hussain, recently returned from a tour of two African nations, where a major food crisis is affecting millions of people.
Hussain, part of an Islamic Relief delegation that visited the countries of Kenya and Malawi, witnessed first-hand the effect that the long-running drought and food shortage has had on a large segment of the population.
Over 10 million people in Kenya, Malawi, and Ethiopia in eastern and southern Africa are facing a severe food crisis due to years of drought and depletion of food resources. In Kenya alone 3. [...] read more » | Posted on 3/9/2006 BURBANK, CA (March 9, 2006) - In conjunction with the local community of
Kansas City, Islamic Relief, an international relief and development
organization is holding a fundraising benefit to help the victims of the current
food crisis in Africa and the Pakistan Earthquake.
More than 10 million people in Kenya, Malawi, and Ethiopia are in need of food
assistance due to the current drought and depletion of food resources.
Islamic Relief projects in the region are providing clean drinking water and
food aid through supplementary feeding centers.
The earthquake that struck the South Asian subcontinent in October has
affected over 3 million people. [...] read more » | Posted on 2/20/2006 "Many Kenyans – facing a fifth consecutive season of failed or poor rains -
are already living on the edge and unless donors respond immediately, we fear
for the worst."
- United Nations World Food Program Country Director Tesema Negash
Burbank, CA (February 20, 2006) – Another severe food crisis has befallen the
people of Africa, this time, affecting several countries in eastern and
southern Africa. In Kenya and Malawi alone, over 8 million people are facing
starvation unless they receive immediate food assistance.
Islamic Relief, an international relief and development organization working in
35 countries across the world, has been working in Africa since its inception,
and is establishing emergency food, water, and nutrition projects in Kenya
and Malawi. [...] read more » | Posted on 1/12/2006 BURBANK, CA (January 12, 2006) - In celebration of the Muslim holiday of Eid
al-Adha, 11,000 pounds of meat will be distributed to Metro Detroit's needy
population this Saturday. A press conference will be held at 9:00 am before
the actual distribution starts.
International aid agency Islamic Relief is joining the Islamic Shura Council of
Michigan and the Muslim community in Detroit to distribute sacrificed meat to
fulfill the Islamic religious practice of Udhiyah/Qurbani performed during the
season of the yearly Muslim pilgrimage, the Hajj. The meat will be distributed
to the Gleaners Community Food Bank of Southeastern Michigan and inner-
city Islamic centers in Detroit. [...] read more » | Posted on 1/9/2006 BURBANK, CA (January 9, 2006) - Islamic Relief has awarded a $30,000 grant
to the Interfaith Ministries of Greater Houston (IMGH) for its relief work
related to Hurricane Katrina. Half of the grant will pay for recovering expenses
for hurricane relief efforts carried out through Operation Compassion and the
Neighbors2Neighbors program. The other half will go towards the Office of
Disaster Preparedness and Response (ODPR).
Operation Compassion was Houston's effort to provide volunteers to serve
food at the George R. [...] read more » | Posted on 1/6/2006 BURBANK, CA (January 6, 2006) - 'Udhiyah' or 'Qurbani' is an Islamic religious
practice performed at the time of Eid al-Adha (the 10th day of the Islamic
month of Dhul al-Hijjah) - the "Festival of the Feast" - involving the sacrifice
of an animal. The event commemorates the sacrifice that Prophet Abraham
(peace be upon him) made to God to show his devotion and commitment to
Him. The event falls during the yearly Muslim pilgrimage, the Hajj.
Eid al-Adha is a day of celebration and remembrance of God. [...] read more » | Posted on 1/6/2006 BURBANK, CA (January 6, 2006) - In conjunction with the Islamic Shura
Council of Michigan and the Muslim community in Detroit, Islamic Relief, an
international aid agency, will distribute sacrificed meat to fulfill the Islamic
religious practice of Udhiyah/Qurbani performed during the season of the
yearly Muslim pilgrimage, the Hajj. The meat will be distributed to the
Gleaners Community Food Bank of Southeastern Michigan and inner-city
Islamic centers in Detroit.
'Udhiyah' or 'Qurbani' is an Islamic religious practice performed at the time of
Eid al-Adha (the 10th day of the Islamic month of Dhul al-Hijjah) –
the "Festival of the Feast" - involving the sacrifice of an animal. The event
commemorates the sacrifice that Prophet Abraham (peace be upon him) made
to God to show his devotion and commitment to Him. [...] read more » | Posted on 12/27/2005 WASHINGTON, DC (December 27, 2005) – The Embassy of the Republic of
Indonesia, along with international non-governmental organization (NGO)
Islamic Relief, and the International Institute for Psychosocial Development
will be hosting a remembrance event for last year's tsunami victims.
The event, entitled "A Year After - Remembrance for the Tsunami Victims" will
be held at the Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia in Washington, DC. The
Indonesian Community Association (IKI) is also helping coordinate the event.
Islamic Relief immediately responded to the needs of tsunami victims in
Indonesia, Sri Lanka, and India, providing emergency food, shelter,
healthcare, and income generation projects. [...] read more » | Posted on 12/26/2005 BURBANK, CA (December 26, 2005) - The December 26, 2004 Asia tsunami
killed 170,000 people in Aceh, Indonesia, left 500,000 others without homes,
and devastated the infrastructure in the region. Today on the one year
anniversary of the tsunami, Indonesian President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono
and other international dignitaries paid their respects to victims of the
tsunami at a special memorial site that Islamic Relief constructed with support
from the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) in Banda Aceh.
The memorial site is designed to allow survivors to remember and honor family
members and friends that died in the tsunami and provide a dignified place for
the deceased. Included in the ceremony was the placing of two
special "growing stones" on the site. [...] read more » | Posted on 12/21/2005 BURBANK, CA (December 21, 2005) - The December 26, 2004 tsunami killed
170,000 people in Aceh, Indonesia, left 500,000 others without homes, and
devastated the infrastructure in the region. Approaching the one year
anniversary, Islamic Relief has completed several reconstruction projects for
tsunami survivors in addition to its initial emergency relief activities. These
projects include rebuilding schools, health facilities, and homes for tsunami
survivors.
On December 20, Islamic Relief proudly handed over the keys to the Labuy
School headmaster in Aceh Besar, as about 80 children playfully ran into their
new classrooms. [...] read more » | Posted on 11/11/2005 TOTOWA, NJ (November 11, 2005) – Two international relief and development
organizations, Islamic Relief and Operation USA are partnering to send a 747
cargo plane with emergency aid for victims of last months devastating
earthquake in Pakistan.
The airlift, which is leaving New York City's John F. Kennedy International
Airport on Monday, November 14, includes $3 million worth of much-needed
emergency aid, including tents, blankets, wheelchairs, surgical kits, medicine,
and other medical aid. Islamic Relief's staff in Pakistan will distribute the aid
items upon arrival. [...] read more » | Posted on 11/10/2005 BURBANK, California (November 10, 2005) – The Southland Muslim community
will be celebrating "Eid al-Fitr," the Muslim holiday marking the end of the
month of Ramadan with a family entertainment program featuring traditional
and contemporary Islamic music, as well as comedy.
Proceeds from the program will benefit victims of last month's devastating
earthquake in South Asia.
The event is being organized by Islamic Relief, and is being sponsored by
several Muslim businesses and organizations in the Southland.
Islamic Relief is currently providing emergency assistance to earthquake
victims in Pakistan and India, including winterized tents and shelter materials,
healthcare, and food packs. [...] read more » | Posted on 11/9/2005 TOTOWA, NJ (November 9, 2005) – Two international relief and development
organizations, Islamic Relief and Operation USA are partnering to send a 747
cargo plane with emergency aid for victims of last months devastating
earthquake in Pakistan.
The airlift, which is leaving New York City's John F. Kennedy International
Airport on Monday, November 14, includes $3 million worth of much-needed
emergency aid, including tents, blankets, wheelchairs, surgical kits, medicine,
and other medical aid. Islamic Relief's staff in Pakistan will distribute the aid
items upon arrival. [...] read more » | Posted on 10/22/2005 LAS VEGAS, NV (October 22, 2005) - The Las Vegas Muslim community will
gather on the corner of G street and McWilliams in Las Vegas to
host 'Humanitarian Day for the Homeless,' a one-day, one-stop fair to provide
the homeless population with hygiene kits, sleeping bags, blankets, t-shirts,
sack lunches and hot food.
The event is being organized by international relief and development
organization Islamic Relief.
Started in Los Angeles three years ago, Humanitarian Day has become an
annual event in Ramadan and will be held nationally in 5 cities this year — Los
Angeles, Las Vegas, Chicago, Detroit, Union City, NJ and Washington, D.C. [...] read more » | Posted on 10/21/2005 BURBANK, California (October 21, 2005) – The Southern California Muslim
community will be holding a fund-raising benefit dinner for victims of last
Saturday's devastating earthquake in Pakistan. Funds at the event will be
collected by Islamic Relief, an international relief and development
organization which is carrying out emergency relief projects for earthquake
victims.
Included in the program will be a live audio feed from the affected areas in
Pakistan, where an Islamic Relief representative will give an update on the
current situation on the ground.
WHAT:
Fund-raising benefit dinner for victims of the earthquake in Pakistan
WHEN:
Saturday, October 22, 2005
5:30pm
WHERE:
Anaheim Convention Center
800 W. [...] read more » | Posted on 10/20/2005 LOS ANGELES, CA (October 20, 2005) - Muslims from throughout the
Southland will gather on 'Skid Row' in downtown Los Angeles to host the 4th
Annual Humanitarian Day for the Homeless event. The Coalition to Preserve
Human Dignity, a joint effort involving a wide variety of local and nationwide
organizations, expects to provide food and healthcare for an expected 3,000
homeless people. Last year, the Coalition served 2,000 homeless.
International relief and development organization Islamic Relief is one of the
lead organizations coordinating the efforts of the Coalition. [...] read more » | Posted on 10/20/2005 DEARBORN, MI (October 20, 2005) - Muslims from throughout Metro Detroit
will gather at the Wigle Recreation Center to host 'Humanitarian Day for the
Homeless,' a one-day, one-stop fair to provide the homeless population with
food, clothing, blankets, medical services and social services.
Organizers aim to serve 3,000 homeless (approximately 10% of Detroit's
homeless population) with hygiene packs, new winter clothing, hot meals,
children's toys, medical and social services.
Started in Los Angeles three years ago, Humanitarian Day has become an
annual event in Ramadan and will be held nationally in 5 cities this year — Los
Angeles, Las Vegas, Detroit, Newark and Washington, D.C. [...] read more » | Posted on 10/20/2005 TOTOWA, NJ (October 20, 2005) - The New Jersey Muslim community will
gather at the Jose Marti School in Union City to host 'Humanitarian Day for
the Homeless,' a one-day, one-stop fair to provide the homeless population
with blankets, water, food, hygiene kits, clothing, toys, and health
screenings.
Organizers plan to work with a local community clinic to provide basic health
screenings - blood pressure, HIV/AIDS, blood sugar tests - with referrals to
medical treatment if warranted.
The event is being organized by international relief and development
organization Islamic Relief, which has regional office in Totowa, NJ.
Started in Los Angeles three years ago, Humanitarian Day has become an
annual event in Ramadan and will be held nationally in 5 cities this year — Los
Angeles, Las Vegas, Chicago, Detroit, Union City, NJ and Washington, D. [...] read more » | Posted on 10/17/2005 BURBANK, California (October 17, 2005) – Destroyed just seven weeks ago in
Hurricane Katrina, the Coastal Family Health Center branch in Biloxi is back in
operation. Thanks to Islamic Relief, a Burbank, CA based aid organization that
purchased a mobile home and converted it into a clinic, residents of East
Biloxi have access to primary health care again. A ceremony to announce the
opening of the new facility will take place this Wednesday at 2 PM, with
Mayor AJ Holloway attending the event.
The Coastal Family Health Center's East Biloxi Clinic and the St. [...] read more » | Posted on 10/16/2005 BURBANK, California (October 16, 2005) – In conjunction with the Metro
Jackson Muslim Katrina Coalition, Islamic Relief is working with two local
housing organizations to house victims of Hurricane Katrina. Working with
NEIGHBORS (Nation's Evacuees in Good Hand's with Benevolent Out-Reach
Services) and the Jackson Metro Housing Partnership (JMHP), Islamic Relief
will repair a number of homes in Jackson to provide an adequate place to live
for evacuees of Hurricane Katrina. There will be a ceremony at one of the
houses being renovated for Katrina victims this Monday, October, 17.
An international relief and development agency based in Burbank, CA, Islamic
Relief will pay for the foreclosure on the homes and the cost for repairing the
structures. [...] read more » | Posted on 10/16/2005 SALT LAKE CITY, Utah (October 16, 2005) – International relief and
development organization Islamic Relief, in conjunction with the Church of
Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, is sending a cargo plane filled with
emergency relief supplies to assist the victims of the South Asia earthquake.
The Islamic Medical Association of North America (IMANA) is also assisting in
the effort.
The cargo plane will leave Salt Lake City International Airport at 4:00pm on
Monday, October 17, and arrive in Islamabad, Pakistan, at 9:00pm on
Tuesday, October 18.
WHAT:
Press Conference to announce airlift that will carry emergency aid to
earthquake victims in Pakistan. [...] read more » | Posted on 10/14/2005 BURBANK, California (October 14, 2005) – The Islamic Relief office in the
Northeast United States will be hosting a fund-raising program for Pakistan
earthquake victims as part of the Ramadan fast-breaking services on
Saturday, October 15.
Islamic Relief is an international relief and development organization which is
carrying out emergency relief projects for earthquake victims.
Islamic Relief representative Kamal Aljayeh will be at the event for comments
or interviews with media professionals.
WHAT:
Fundraising benefit dinner for victims of the earthquake in Pakistan
WHEN:
Saturday, October 15
5:30 pm
WHERE:
Rutgers University
College Hall - Livingston Student Center
84 Joyce Kilmer Ave. [...] read more » | Posted on 10/14/2005 BURBANK, California (October 14, 2005) – A Pittsburg Mosque will be hosting a
fund-raising program for Pakistan earthquake victims as part of the Ramadan
fast-breaking services this Saturday, October 15.
Funds at the event will be collected by Islamic Relief, an international relief
and development organization which is carrying out emergency relief projects
for earthquake victims.
Islamic Relief representative Yousef Abdallah will be at the event for
comments or interviews with media professionals.
WHAT:
Fundraising benefit dinner for victims of the earthquake in Pakistan
WHEN:
Saturday, October 15
6:30 pm
WHERE:
Muslim Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh (MCCGP)
233 Seaman Lane
Monroeville, PA 15146
Islamic Relief has been working in Pakistan since 1992, and has a full-time
staff of over 100 in the country. [...] read more » | Posted on 10/14/2005 BURBANK, California (October 14, 2005) – The Islamic Center of Pittsburg will
be holding an emergency fundraiser for victims of the devastating earthquake
in South Asia.
The emergency dinner will take place this Sunday, October 16. Islamic Relief,
an international relief and development organization which is carrying out
emergency relief projects for earthquake victims will be collecting funds at
the event.
Islamic Relief representative Yousef Abdallah will be at the event for
comments or interviews with media professionals. [...] read more » | Posted on 10/13/2005 BURBANK, California (October 13, 2005) – A Sacramento Mosque will be
hosting a fund-raising program for Pakistan earthquake victims as part of the
Ramadan fast-breaking services at the center.
Funds at the event will be collected by Islamic Relief, an international relief
and development organization which is carrying out emergency relief projects
for earthquake victims.
Islamic Relief representative Arif Shaikh will be at the event for comments or
interviews with media professionals.
WHAT:
Fundraising benefit dinner for victims of the earthquake in Pakistan
WHEN:
Friday, October 14
6:00 pm
WHERE:
SALAM
Sacramento Area League of Associated Muslims
4541 College Oak Drive
Sacramento, CA
Islamic Relief has been working in Pakistan since 1992, and has a full-time
staff of over 100 in the country. [...] read more » | Posted on 10/12/2005 WASHINGTON, DC (October 12, 2005) – The Washington, DC office of
international relief and development organization Islamic Relief will be holding
a national press conference on Thursday, October 13 at the National Press
Club to inform media professionals of their efforts to assist victims of the
devastating South Asia earthquake.
Islamic Relief has been chosen as the lead agency for helping earthquake
victims in Pakistan by international relief organizations working on the ground
in the earthquake-affected areas.
Information about the Press Conference:
WHAT:
Press Conference to announce that Islamic Relief has been chosen as the
lead agency by the consortium of NGOs working for earthquake relief in
Pakistan
WHEN:
Thursday, October 13, 2005
10:00am
WHERE:
The National Press Club
529 14th street, NW
Washington, DC 20045
"Murrow Room" on the 13th floor
Islamic Relief has launched a worldwide $10 million appeal for earthquake
victims, of which $4 million has already been allocated.
Islamic Relief was on the ground within hours of the disaster, and has thus
far, and its immediate projects include emergency healthcare (Islamic Relief
operates 10 health clinics in the area), emergency shelter, and food
distribution. [...] read more » | Posted on 10/12/2005 BURBANK, California (October 12, 2005) – The Detroit Muslim community will
be holding a fund-raising benefit dinner for victims of last Saturday's
devastating earthquake in Pakistan. Funds at the event will be collected by
Islamic Relief, an international relief and development organization which is
carrying out emergency relief projects for earthquake victims.
WHAT:
Fundraising benefit dinner for victims of the earthquake in Pakistan
WHEN:
Friday October 14, 2005
6:45 pm
WHERE:
Canton Mosque
Muslim Community of Western Suburbs
40440 Palmer Road
Canton, MI 48188
Free admission, Dinner included
Islamic Relief has been working in Pakistan since 1992, and has a full-time
staff of over 100 in the country. Islamic Relief has three full-time offices near
the earthquake-affected areas in Islamabad, Neelum Valley, and
Muzaffarabad. [...] read more » | Posted on 10/9/2005 BURBANK, California (October 9, 2005) – The death toll from the devastating
earthquake that affected Pakistan, Afghanistan, and India in South Asia has
reached 20,000, and officials fear that the number may rise closer to 40,000.
Islamic Relief has launched a worldwide $10 million appeal for emergency
disaster relief for earthquake victims. Of this, $4 million has already been
allocated for immediate relief projects.
Islamic Relief Responds
Islamic Relief has three full-time offices near the earthquake-affected areas
in Islamabad, Neelum Valley, and Muzaffarabad. [...] read more » | Posted on 10/8/2005 BURBANK, California (October 8, 2005) – Over 3,000 people are feared dead in
a devastating earthquake thataffected people in Pakistan, India, and
Afghanistan. The earthquake measured 7.6 on the Richter scale and was
followed by strong aftershocks. The epicenter, located 50 miles northeast of
Islamabad, has wiped out several villages. [...] read more » | Posted on 10/3/2005 BURBANK, California (October 3, 2005) – On behalf of its staff, volunteers,
and beneficiaries across the globe, Islamic Relief would like to wish you a
blessed month of Ramadan.
Ramadan is the ninth month in the Islamic lunar calendar. The first day of
Ramadan is expected to be on Wednesday, October 5, depending on the
moon sighting.
Ramadan is the most important month in the Islamic calendar. [...] read more » | Posted on 9/22/2005 BURBANK, California (September 22, 2005) – Responding to two recent crises,
Chicagoland Muslims are holding a benefit dinner for victims of Hurricane
Katrina, as well as the food crisis in West Africa, where millions of people are
facing starvation.
The Hurricane Katrina disaster has thus far left over one million people
displaced and will require the largest relief effort in U.S. history. [...] read more » | Posted on 9/22/2005 BURBANK, California (September 22, 2005) – The Council for the Advancement
of Muslim Professionals (CAMP), along with official partner Islamic Relief is
hosting a luncheon and entertainment program to benefit victims of Hurricane
Katrina.
The program for the event will feature a throught provoking discussion with
Salman Ahmad of Junoon on his new documentary, and entertainment by
the 'Allah Made Me Funny' comedy team, and the spoken word poetry of Amir
Sulaiman.
The Hurricane Katrina disaster has thus far left over one million people
displaced and will require the largest relief effort in U.S. [...] read more » | Posted on 9/22/2005 BURBANK, California (September 22, 2005) – Responding to two recent crises,
Sacramento Valley Muslims are holding a benefit dinner for victims of
Hurricane Katrina, as well as the food crisis in West Africa, where millions of
people are facing starvation.
The Hurricane Katrina disaster has thus far left over one million people
displaced and will require the largest relief effort in U.S. history. [...] read more » | Posted on 9/22/2005 BURBANK, California (September 22, 2005) – The Southern California Muslim
community will be coming together for an emergency benefit dinner for the
victims of Hurricane Katrina. Funds at the event will be collected by Islamic
Relief.
The Hurricane Katrina disaster has thus far left over one million people
displaced and will require the largest relief effort in U.S. [...] read more » | Posted on 9/13/2005 BURBANK, California (September 13, 2005) – Southern California Muslim donors
have come together to fill a 40-foot truck full of in-kind aid for victims of
Hurricane Katrina.
In the past week, clothes, canned food, bottled water, toys, and other
emergency essentials have been collected by local aid group Islamic Relief.
Islamic Relief is assisting displaced citizens of Hurricane Katrina in Houston,
TX, Baton Rouge, LA, and the Gulf Coast of Mississippi.
The truck will be leaving Los Angeles for Biloxi, Mississippi, where Islamic
Relief staff and volunteers are on the ground implementing several projects to
help the affected population. [...] read more » | Posted on 9/9/2005 BURBANK, California (September 9, 2005) – The Detroit Muslim community will
be holding a fund-raising benefit dinner for victims of the Katrina Hurricane,
as well as for 'Children in Need' all across the world. Keynote speaker at the event will be Chip Pitts, Chairman of Amnesty
International. Funds at the benefit will be collected by Islamic Relief, an international relief
and development organization with over 20 years of expertise in disaster
relief. Islamic Relief is assisting Katrina victims in Houston, TX, Baton Rouge,
LA, and the Gulf Coast of Mississippi. [...] read more » | Posted on 9/9/2005 BURBANK, California (September 9, 2005) – Dozens of volunteers from across
Southern California are gathering on Sunday, September 11 to sort clothes,
toys, canned food, and other in-kind donations thats have been collected by
the local Muslim community during the past week.
Islamic Relief, which is assisting displaced citizens from the Katrina disaster in
Houston, TX, Baton Rouge, LA, and the Gulf Coast of Mississippi, will be
sending the items to the affected areas for distribution.
WHAT:
Volunteers to Sort In-Kind Donations for Hurricane Katrina Victims
WHEN:
Sunday, September 11 at 2:30 pm SHARP
WHERE:
SAC International
6130 S Avalon Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90003
The warehouse is located off of the 110 Freeway between the 10 Freeway
and the 105 Freeway. The warehouse is a red brick building located at the
corner of Avalon Ave and 62nd St. [...] read more » | Posted on 9/7/2005 BURBANK, California (September 7, 2005) – Islamic Relief will be accepting in-
kind donations in the Southern California area for victims of Hurricane Katrina
between Wednesday, September 7 and Sunday, September 11.
Islamic Relief is requesting that all in-kind donations must be made by
Sunday, September 11 and that the contents of all of the donations be
clearly labeled.
Donations will be shipped to displaced citizens of Hurricane Katrina on
Monday, September 12.
The following items will be accepted:
- Canned food
- Bottled water
- Clean clothes for men, women, children, and babies (shoes must be brand-
new)
- Toys
- Diapers (must be brand-new, in its original packaging)
Islamic Relief, an international relief and development organization with over
20 years of expertise in disaster relief, is helping Katrina victims in Houston,
TX, Baton Rouge, LA, and the Gulf Coast of Mississippi. [...] read more » | Posted on 9/4/2005 BURBANK, California (September 4, 2005) – Islamic Relief, along with several
major American Islamic groups meeting at the Islamic Society of North
America (ISNA) convention in Chicago today, announced the formation of a
Muslim Hurricane Relief Task Force (MHRTF) to coordinate aid efforts for the
victims of Hurricane Katrina. The coalition announced a pledge to raise $10
million in humanitarian relief for the victims of the hurricane. Islamic Relief has already allocated $2 million of the $10 million pledged by
MHRTF. Islamic Relief staff is focusing its efforts on helping victims who have
fled to Mobile, AL, Baton Rouge, LA, and Houston, TX. [...] read more » | Posted on 9/2/2005 BURBANK, California (September 2, 2005) – The Katrina Hurricane disaster has
thus far left over one million people displaced, and will require the largest
relief effort in U.S. history.
Islamic Relief has pledged $2 million to aid in relief efforts for victims who
have fled to Mobile, AL, Baton Rouge, LA, and Houston, TX. [...] read more » | Posted on 8/31/2005 BURBANK, California (August 31, 2005) – The mayor of New Orleans said
Wednesday that Katrina may have killed thousands of people in the city — an
estimate that, if accurate, would make the storm by far the nation's deadliest
hurricane in more than a century.
Islamic Relief USA has initiated an appeal to help the victims of the floods
caused by Hurricane Katrina.
Islamic Relief is in the process of coordinating with organizations working on
the ground to effectively and efficiently aid the victims as swiftly as possible.
Islamic Relief will be focusing its efforts on helping victims in Baton Rouge, LA
(where many victims from New Orleans have fled), Mobile, AL, and Houston,
TX. [...] read more » | Posted on 8/24/2005 BURBANK, California (August 24, 2005) – Southern California aid agency
Islamic Relief is hosting a benefit dinner for the victims of the food crisis in
Niger and Mali in West Africa. The event is being co-sponsored by the Islamic
Shura Council of Southern California, an umbrella organization of over 60
Mosques and Islamic Organizations.
Over 5 million people face starvation in Niger and Mali due to the current
crisis, caused by drought and a locust infestation. This includes over 800,000
children, out of which 150,000 might face death unless immediate aid is
delivered. [...] read more » | Posted on 8/11/2005 BURBANK, California (August 11, 2005) – Southern California aid agency
Islamic Relief is hosting a benefit dinner for the victims of the food crisis in
Niger and Mali in West Africa. The event is being co-sponsored by the Islamic
Shura Council of Southern California, an umbrella organization of over 60
Mosques and Islamic Organizations.
Over 5 million people face starvation in Niger and Mali due to the current
crisis, caused by drought and a locust infestation. This includes over 800,000
children, out of which 150,000 might face death unless immediate aid is
delivered. [...] read more » | Posted on 8/4/2005 BURBANK, California (August 4, 2005) – Islamic Relief Executive Director Dr.
Ahmad El Bendary and Deveolpment Coordinator Naeem Muhammad have
returned from a humanitarian mission to Mali where they witnessed first-hand
the devastating effects of the food crisis facing the West African nation.
Joining them on the delegation was Los Angeles-based filmmaker Wesam
Nassar, who also traveled to Niger and documented the crisis for Islamic
Relief.
The people of Niger and Mali are suffering through a severe food crisis, where
over 3. [...] read more » | Posted on 7/26/2005 BURBANK, California (July 26, 2005) – Islamic Relief is one of the first aid
agencies to reach the people of Niger and Northern Mali with emergency food.
Over 100 tons have already been distributed and further projects are
underway to prevent an estimated 5 million people from starving to death.
According to the United Nations, around 150,000 children will die soon if aid
does not reach them in time. This crisis was widely predicted after a season
of poor rains and massive locust invasions, but until now, there has been little
response from the international community. [...] read more » | Posted on 7/21/2005 BURBANK, California (July 21, 2005) – Burbank, CA based charity Islamic Relief
has issued a statement condemning Thursday's subway blasts in London.
Islamic Relief Executive Director and Chairman of the Board Ahmad El Bendary
said in a statement:
"It is time for all people of conscious to take a clear stand against all forces
of terrorism and extremism. We cannot allow a few misguided groups, whose
main goal is to promote hatred and disorder, to hijack the attention of the
rest of the world. No amount of injustice done against a group or individuals
can be an excuse for this kind of behavior. [...] read more » | Posted on 7/11/2005 BURBANK, CA (July 11, 2005) - Clareen Menzies, representative of the
international charity organization Islamic Relief, will be speaking at the Sioux
Falls Public Library this Saturday, July 16, 2005 on the topic of "Charity in the
U.S.: One Organization's Efforts."
Hosted by Sisters Need A Place – South Dakota, this public lecture will
highlight the place of charity in American society and the work one aid
organization is doing to help the needy in the United States and abroad. [...] read more » | Posted on 7/11/2005 Burbank, California (July 11, 2005) – Today is the 10th anniversary of the
Srebrenica massacre in which 8,000 Bosnian Muslims were killed. The worst
atrocity in Europe since the end of World War II, the war crimes tribunal at
the Hague described the massacre as genocide. Ten years later, their bodies
are still being exhumed from mass graves. In today's memorial ceremony, 600
are being laid to rest. [...] read more » | Posted on 7/7/2005 BURBANK, California (July 7, 2005) – Burbank, CA based charity Islamic Relief
has issued a statement regarding the deadly attacks in London early
Thursday morning.
Islamic Relief Executive Director and Chairman of the Board Ahmad El Bendary
said in a statement:
"Islamic Relief condemns categorically the terrorist attacks in London. Our
hearts go out to the victims and their families. They are in our thoughts and
prayers. [...] read more » | Posted on 7/6/2005 Burbank, California (July 6, 2005) –- Islamic Relief Worldwide is responding to
the devastating floods that have killed more than 190 people and displaced
nearly 500,000 in the western Indian province of Gujarat. Nine continuous
days of monsoon rains have affected thousands of villages and resulted in
statewide flooding.
Danger of diseases spreading due to excessive amounts of stagnant water
risk further casualties. Immediate aid is required to assist the flood victims
and prevent the spread of diseases. [...] read more » | Posted on 6/7/2005 BURBANK, California (June 7, 2005) – Over 5 million people in the West African
countries of Niger and Mali are affected by a major food shortage following a
severe drought as well as crops which have been destroyed by locusts.
Islamic Relief Worldwide is responding to the crisis with $5.4 million in aid,
$1.8 million of this has already been allocated. [...] read more » | Posted on 5/19/2005 BURBANK, California (May 19, 2005) – Amnesty International President, Chip
Pitts, will be speaking this Saturday at a benefit dinner for "Children in Need"
around the world. Many other well-known speakers, including Dr. Hatem
Bazian, a UC Berkeley professor, will also be speaking at the event about the
plight of needy children. The event is organized by the Bay Area Muslim
community, and funds will be collected by Burbank, CA based charity, Islamic
Relief USA. [...] read more » | Posted on 5/12/2005 BURBANK, California (May 12, 2005) – World-renowned Egyptian singer, Iman
El-Bahr Darwish, will be performing this Saturday, May 14, 2005 at a concert
to benefit the victims of the humanitarian crisis in Palestine. Joining Darwish
on stage will be Napoleon, a rap artist formerly of Tupac Shakur's Outlawz.
The event is being organized by the Southern California Muslim Community,
and funds will be collected by Burbank, CA based charity Islamic Relief USA.
A popular Arabic singer in the Middle East, Darwish is making a tour of major
US cities performing at various benefit concerts. [...] read more » | Posted on 5/12/2005 BURBANK, California (May 12, 2005) – World-renowned Egyptian singer, Iman
El-Bahr Darwish, will be performing this Sunday, May 15, 2005 at a concert to
benefit the victims of the humanitarian crisis in Palestine. Joining Darwish on
stage will be Napoleon, a rap artist formerly of Tupac Shakur's Outlawz. The
event is being organized by the Bay Area Muslim Community, and funds will be
collected by Burbank, CA based charity Islamic Relief USA.
A popular Arabic singer in the Middle East, Darwish is making a tour of major
US cities performing at various benefit concerts. [...] read more » | Posted on 5/5/2005 BURBANK, California (May 5, 2005) – World-renowned Egyptian singer, Iman El-
Bahr Darwish, will be performing this Sunday to benefit the victims of the
humanitarian crisis in Palestine. Joining Darwish on stage will be Napoleon, a
rap artist formerly of Tupac Shakur's Outlawz. Funds at the event will be
collected by Burbank, CA based charity Islamic Relief USA.
A popular Arabic singer in the Middle East, Darwish is making a tour of major
US cities performing at various benefit concerts. [...] read more » | Posted on 4/28/2005 Burbank, California (April 28, 2005) –- Islamic Relief USA is appealing for
donations to assist the victims of the devastating floods in Ethiopia.
Ethiopian authorities warned of new deaths and damage as non-stop rains
pounded parts of southeastern Ethiopia. The rains began early Thursday, and
the ensuing floods have left at least 88 people dead and nearly 60,000
displaced.
Islamic Relief, through its field office in Ethiopia, immediately responded to the
disaster, providing food and non-food items to the victims. [...] read more » | Posted on 4/28/2005 BURBANK, California (April 28, 2005) – World-renowned Egyptian singer, Iman
El-Bahr Darwish, will be performing this Saturday to benefit the victims of the
humanitarian crisis in Palestine. Joining Darwish on stage will be Napoleon, a
rap artist formerly of Tupac Shakur's Outlawz. Funds at the event will be
collected by Burbank, CA based charity Islamic Relief USA.
A popular Arabic singer in the Middle East, Darwish is making a tour of major
US cities performing at various benefit concerts. [...] read more » | Posted on 4/21/2005 BURBANK, California (April 21, 2005) – World-renowned Egyptian singer, Iman
El-Bahr Darwish, will be performing this Saturday to benefit the victims of the
devastating tsunamis in Asia. Joining Darwish on stage will be Napoleon, a rap
artist formerly of Tupac Shakur's Outlawz. Funds at the event will be
collected by Burbank, CA based charity Islamic Relief USA.
A popular Arabic singer in the Middle East, Darwish will be making a tour of
major US cities performing at benefit concerts. [...] read more » | Posted on 4/21/2005 BURBANK, California (April 21, 2005) – World-renowned Egyptian singer, Iman
El-Bahr Darwish, will be performing this Sunday to benefit the victims of the
humanitarian crisis in Palestine. Joining Darwish on stage will be Napoleon, a
rap artist formerly of Tupac Shakur's Outlawz.
Funds at the event will be collected by Burbank, CA based charity Islamic
Relief USA.
A popular Arabic singer in the Middle East, Darwish will be making a tour of
major US cities performing at various benefit concerts. [...] read more » | Posted on 4/21/2005 BURBANK, California (April 21, 2005) – "Rhythms of Peace," a benefit concert
to aid the victims of the devastating December tsunami will be taking place
this Saturday at George Washington University. Co-sponsored by the Muslim
Students Association (MSA) of GWU and the DC Council of MSAs, funds at
the event will be collected by Burbank, CA based charity Islamic Relief USA.
Performing at the event will be two of the most popular Muslim music groups
in the US. Native Deen, a group of three performers from the DC area will be
singing tracks from their recently released album. [...] read more » | Posted on 4/21/2005 BURBANK, California (April 21, 2005) – The Muslim Students Association at the
University of Houston along with Burbank, CA based charity Islamic Relief USA
will be holding a fund-raising dinner this Sunday to benefit "Children in Need"
around the world. The benefit dinner will feature a special performance by the
Muslim musical group, Native Deen, who just released their latest album.
This fund-raising event is one of many in a series of events across the
country that Islamic Relief USA is holding to bring awareness to the plight of
children. Islamic Relief representative Anwar Khan will be making a
presentation about its relief and development projects to help needy children
in different countries. [...] read more » | Posted on 4/14/2005 BURBANK, California (April 14, 2005) – Young Muslims for Faith and Action
along with Burbank, CA based charity Islamic Relief USA will be holding a fund-
raising dinner this Sunday to benefit "Children in Need" around the world. The
event will take place at the Muslim Community of the Western Suburbs
(MCWS) Canton mosque.
Among the speakers at the event is recognized Muslim leader Imam Johari
Abdul Malik from Washington, DC. In addition, Islamic Relief representative
Naeem Muhammad will be making a presentation about its relief and
development projects to help needy children in different countries. [...] read more » | Posted on 4/8/2005 BURBANK, California (April 8, 2005) – The Muslim Student Association at
Southern Methodist University is celebrating its 20th anniversary by holding a
fund-raising benefit dinner for 'Children in Need' throughout the world. The
funds will be collected by Burbank, CA based charity Islamic Relief USA.
The Muslim Student Association at the University of Texas at Dallas is also
sponsoring the event. Among the speakers at the event is internationally-
recognized Muslim leader Imam Siraj Wahhaj from Brooklyn, NY. [...] read more » | Posted on 3/28/2005 BURBANK, California (March 28, 2005) – Islamic Relief Worldwide immediately
responded to the needs of the victims following a 8.7 magnitude earthquake
that struck the West Coast of Indonesia. Nearly 300 people are feared dead
in collapsed buildings.
Early reports of damage and casualties were confined to the island of Nias,
off the Sumatran coast, close to the epicenter. [...] read more » | Posted on 3/24/2005 BURBANK, California (March 24, 2005) – Islamic Relief Worldwide's staff in
Bangladesh is responding to the deadly tornado that swept through fifteen
villages in northern Bangladesh this past weekend.
At least 47 people are confirmed dead so far, and officials on the ground are
reporting that the death toll could rise further as around 120 people still
remain in hospitals with serious injuries. Over 8,000 people were left homeless
as their homes were flattened to the ground.
The tornado, which was accompanied by a hailstorm, flattened homes,
destroyed crops, uprooted hundreds of trees and electricity poles and cut off
communications to the 15 villages, located in one of the most impoverished
parts of the country. [...] read more » | Posted on 3/17/2005 BURBANK, California (March 17, 2005) – Burbank-based charity Islamic Relief
USA joined representatives from the U.S. Department of State, National
Security Council, U.S. [...] read more » | Posted on 3/10/2005 BURBANK, California (March 10, 2005) – The Muslim community in Detroit, in
conjunction with Burbank, CA based charity Islamic Relief USA is holding a
fund-raising benefit dinner for the devastating humanitarian crisis in Darfur,
Sudan.
The fund-raising event will take place this Saturaday at 6:00 pm at the
Islamic Association of Greater Detroit. Islamic Relief USA represenrtative
Anwar Khan, who has visited Darfur, Sudan, will be making a presentation at
the event to inform constituents about the on-going crisis, and what Islamic
Relief is doing to assist the victims. This event is being organized primarily by
local High School students. [...] read more » | Posted on 3/1/2005 BURBANK, California (March 1, 2005) – Islamic Relief Worldwide has begun
building five new health clinics in Banda Aceh, Indonesia to bring medical relief
to the victims of the devastating tsunamis.
Four of the clinics will be temporary establishments providing much needed
medical care in the area, while one clinic will be built for permanent use.
Lambaro, Leupung, Lhoknga, and Neuheun clinics are the four temporary
clinics that are to be completely built within 15 days. The permanent
Lampisang clinic will be completely built within 30 days. [...] read more » | Posted on 2/2/2005 BURBANK, California (February 2, 2005) – Two Los Angeles-area relief
organizations, Islamic Relief USA and Operation USA partnered to send over
$7 million of emergency aid for tsunami victims in Indonesia. A 747 cargo
plane, donated by Polar Air Cargo, left for Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia this morning
from Los Angeles International Airport. The United Nations World Food
Program has agreed to facilitate shipping the items from Kuala Lumpur to
Islamic Relief's warehouse in Banda Aceh.
Included among the over 100 tons of aid items are medicine, medical and
surgical supplies, shelter material, food items, and hygiene kits. [...] read more » | Posted on 1/28/2005 BURBANK, California (January 28, 2005) – Over 500 people are expected to
attend the "Eid Family Concert and Comedy Show," organized by the Muslim
American Society at the California State University, Northridge Performing
Arts Center on Saturday, January 28.
The event is in commemoration of the Muslim "Eid" holiday, (Arabic
for "celebration") which took place last week.
Acts from across the country will be performing music inspired by Islamic
values, in addition to a performance by internationally-recognized Muslim
comedian, Ahmed Ahmed. Ahmed was recently awarded the Richard Pryor
Ethnic Comedy Award. [...] read more » | Posted on 1/17/2005 BURBANK, California (January 17, 2005) – The Muslim community at a
Portland Mosque collected $19,000 for tsuanmi victims after the weekly
congregational prayer on Friday, January 14.
Islamic Relief USA representative Ahmed Shama, from the Burbank, CA
headquarters of the organization, delievered the Friday sermon at Bilal
Mosque in Beaverton, focusing on the tsunamis, and then collected funds for
the victims after the prayer.
The funds collected will be used to support Islamic Relief emergency projects
for tsunami victims in Indonesia, Sri Lanka, and India. Islamic Relief operates
several projects to help the victims of the tsunamis, including water and
sanitation projects, food and clean water distribution, distribution of medicine
and hygiene kits, and reconstruction and repair of homes. [...] read more » | Posted on 1/13/2005 BURB |
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