In conjunction with the Holy month of Ramadan 2023, the act of fasting calls for pursuing good and worship practices. One of them will be devoting your time to building a stronger relationship with God. Another will be helping those in need through good deeds. During Ramadan, your good deeds will be multiplied in return when you give Sadaqah (voluntary charitable act). With our guide, we hope you can fulfil your act of kindness with these best charitable causes to engage in Malaysia.
While we’re still fulfilling the blessed month and are considering heightening your charitable deeds, here’s where you can start.
Check out our guide to the best charitable causes to donate to in Malaysia:
MERCY Malaysia
Formed in 1999, MERCY Malaysia (Malaysian Medical Relief Society) is a non-profit organisation that provides humanitarian assistance and programmes across 32 countries. This year, there are two campaigns to note: Ramadan for Syria and Ramadan Relief 2023.
The Ramadan for Syria campaign supports MERCY Malaysia to fund the operation of a bread factory in Qurqanya, Idlib, in order to provide bread to families. As for the Ramadan Relief, the campaign provides the neccessities to those in need during the Holy month.
For more info, head over to the website.
Islamic Relief Malaysia
Participate in The Rezeki Ramadan campaign, where you will contribute to those in need by supplying essential food to their countries. This includes the basics like rice, flour, corn, pasta, grains, beans, canned meat, cooking oil, sugar, tea and dates. In 2022, Islamic Relief distributed 302, 919 food packs to 33 countries. This year, they aim to raise a target of RM2.5 million. You can choose between the RM350 food pack and the RM250 food pack to contribute. However, you can offer a Sadaqah as low as RM10 too.
For more info, head over to the website.
UNICEF Malaysia
At UNICEF Malaysia, the organisation strives to ensure that every child has the opportunity to grow healthy and happy while living their full potential. Therefore, with every donation, you will contribute to every child’s well-being by providing them with essentials, education, emergency supplies and more. This also creates a safe environment for children, protecting them from all types of harm.
For more info, head over to the website.
Yayasan Chow Kit
As a non-profit organisation, Yayasan Chow Kit caters to the needs of children and teenagers around Chow Kit. As a 24-hour crisis and drop-in centre, the organisation helps provide meals, therapy, educational programmes and activities to the children and teenagers in Chow Kit, Kuala Lumpur.
For more info, head over to the website.
The National Autism Society of Malaysia
Formed in 1986, the National Autism Society of Malaysia (NASOM) identifies and offers education to people with autism. The key objective is to promote and assist people on the autism spectrum in leading a productive and meaningful life with dignity.
For more info, head over to the website.
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Amalina Anuar
Amalina Anuar is the Digital Director of Harper's BAZAAR Malaysia. With fashion as her first love, she also has a passion for the beauty realm. While she often showcases neutral tones in her wardrobe, her music playlist is just as vibrant and you'll find her enjoying a good tune throughout the day. A connoisseur of cinematic delights, she finds joy in the heartwarming escapism of rom-coms and the soul-stirring narratives of tear-jerkers.
