Sadaqah
The Charity That Purifies and Sustains
At Mission Relief, we believe that every act of kindness counts. Sadaqah is a voluntary form of charity that purifies your wealth, strengthens your faith, and supports those in need. Whether you choose to give once, regularly, or through a lasting project (Sadaqah Jariyah), your contribution helps transform lives around the world.
“Sadaqah extinguishes sin as water extinguishes fire.”(Tirmidhi)
What Is Sadaqah?
Sadaqah literally means “righteousness” and refers to the voluntary giving of charity. It reflects sincerity and compassion, giving for the sake of Allah SWT without expecting anything in return nor because it was an obligatory act.
Sadaqah can take many forms, from donating money to feeding the poor, helping a neighbour, a kind word or even a smile.
Giving Sadaqah is more than simply donating money, it’s about giving with a clean heart and sincere intention for the sake of Allah and to genuinely help those in need. Sadaqah is what makes the world go round, with millions of people in need around the world every day, we rely on the pure hearts of donors to remember them and support them, spreading mercy, restoring dignity, and sowing seeds of hope for generations to come.
The Difference Between Sadaqah and Zakat
Sadaqah | Zakat |
|---|---|
Voluntary charity given at any time | Obligatory form of charity (2.5% of savings) |
No set amount and given as you wish | Fixed rate set by Islamic law |
Can be given to anyone in need | Must be given to specific eligible groups |
Spiritual act of generosity | Religious obligation and purification of wealth |
Both Sadaqah and Zakat play a crucial role in supporting the Ummah. Learn more about fulfilling your Zakat obligation on our Zakat.
Types of Sadaqah
- Sadaqah Jariyah (Ongoing Charity)
This is a continuous form of charity that continues to earn you a reward for as long as it goes on, even if you’ve passed away. For example, if you’ve built a well, you’ll get the reward of all those who drink from it for as long as the well exists. Or alternatively you can fund an orphans education, provide livelihood options for families in need or build a masjid and gain the reward of everyone who prays in it.
One of the most common forms of Sadaqah Jariyah is donating a water well in memory of a loved one. This beautiful act provides ongoing reward (ajr) for them in the Hereafter while transforming lives in this world. Through Mission Relief, your water well can support entire communities, up to 2,000 people, giving families access to clean, safe water in remote areas where it’s desperately needed. Every drop becomes a source of life, hope, and lasting reward.
- Regular Sadaqah (General Giving)
A simple and flexible way to give regularly, helping with food aid, healthcare, education, period poverty, emergency relief or whatever appeal resonates with you.
You can also set up a monthly Sadaqah, allowing you to make a consistent impact and to consistently reap the reward.
- Sadaqah for Protection and Blessings
The Prophet ﷺ taught that Sadaqah protects from calamity and invites barakah into one’s life.
Giving Sadaqah regularly is a shield, for your health, your family, and your sustenance. Some people also give Sadaqah to help increase the blessings in their life. A few examples of this could be giving Sadaqah for your parents, Sadaqah for illness, for marriage, for a job and more. Start with your intention before donating, for example:
“O’Allah, you are Al-Razaq and all rizq comes from you, you know how I am in need of a new job that provides for me and my family, with Sadaqah comes barakah so I’m donating to inshallah bring barakah and rizq my way in the halal.”
How Mission Relief Delivers Your Sadaqah
Your Sadaqah reaches those who need it most through life-changing humanitarian projects.
From food parcels and water wells to medical aid and education, your generosity supports sustainable solutions and empowers families worldwide.
100% Donation Policy
At Mission Relief, every penny of your donation goes directly to those in need.
We achieve this through our Business Partner Circle (BPC), a group of generous supporters who cover all admin and operational costs, allowing your Sadaqah to reach its full potential.
FAQs About Sadaqah
Any act of kindness for the sake of Allah, from financial donations to helping someone, teaching, or even smiling counts as Sadaqah. In the context of donations it refers to giving to any appeal for the sake of Allah in a voluntary manner i.e. it is not Zakat or another act of worship.
Yes. Sadaqah can be given to anyone in need, regardless of faith or background.
No. While financial Sadaqah is valuable, non-monetary acts also count, such as volunteering your time or sharing beneficial knowledge. At Mission Relief there are many opportunities to volunteer in the UK and abroad and we often have many deployment opportunities you can explore too.
Zakat is obligatory and follows specific rules; Sadaqah is voluntary and flexible. Read more on our Zakat.
Yes, you can give Sadaqah for loved ones, living or deceased, to earn reward for them.
Mission Relief operates under a 100% donation policy, meaning every penny you give benefits those in need directly. Transparency reports and annual reports are available on our Annual Reports.
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) recommended it, therefore it is a Sunnah.
Continue Your Giving Journey
After completing your Aqiqah, you can extend your blessings through other forms of giving:
