Give Sadaqah during Ramadan
Sadaqah is voluntary charity--this includes any charity you give above and beyond the obligatory annual charity (zakah). There are so many benefits to giving sadaqah! It beautifies the heart, initiates spiritual transformation, protects us from calamities, strengthens community, and increases happiness and personal fulfillment.
It is especially beneficial to give sadaqah during the month of Ramadan, alhamdulillah. Our beloved Prophet (ﷺ) taught us through his own example. It is reported by ibn Abbas (may Allah be pleased with him):
“The Prophet (ﷺ) was the most generous of people in charity, but he was generous to the utmost in the month of Ramadan…giving charity like the blowing wind.”
Your blessings are increased!
Allah increases the blessings for every act of worship during Ramadan by 70-fold. We already know from Suratu-l-Baqara, ayah 261, that Allah multiplies the blessings within the charity we give by 700-fold. Therefore, the blessings you receive for giving sadaqah during Ramadan are increased by 49,000-fold!
Our beloved guide Sidi (may Allah preserve his secret) always encouraged us to give as much sadaqah as possible. Make the most of this holy time and give sadaqah to support SSC's Mission. When you support us you support our blessed community, which in turn supports the world, alhamdulillahi rabbi-l-`alamin.
"SSC is an amazing organization."
One of our community members experienced a traumatic event last year and has the following to say about the different levels of support and assistance SSC has offered them:
"SSC is an amazing organization and is so supportive and nurturing. Their classes don't require a fixed fee, which has made it possible for me to attend the classes I need, when I need them. They have helped me integrate the Shadhiliyya teachings into my livelihood and daily life, alhamdulillah."
"Some people don't have family to help them. Through its Beloveds in Need program, SSC has helped me to get back on my feet during a time when I was unable to work. Their support made all the difference to me and I can't thank them enough."