





The blessed month of Ramadan reminds us that compassion is the thread that binds humanity together. Every act of charity has the power to rewrite someone’s future.
Join us in this month of mercy, where your generosity can provide food, water, shelter, and hope to those who need it most around the world.
Provide a meal to a person in need on Eid.
If you have to break your fast or oath.
Help fund critical relief efforts with your business

How much you give in Ramadan depends on your personal situation, but Muslims are encouraged to give generously and consistently throughout the month. Many people calculate their annual Zakat in Ramadan and then add extra Sadaqah (voluntary charity) to maximize reward in this blessed time.
If you need help calculating how much Zakat you need you pay, visit Calculate Your Zakat
The compulsory charity specific to Ramadan is Zakat Al-Fitr. It is a small, set amount given for each member of the household before the Eid al-Fitr prayer, so that those in need can also enjoy Eid with dignity.
This year, Zakat Al-Fitr is $15 and can be paid here.
The head of the household is responsible for paying Zakat al-Fitr on behalf of themselves and all dependents they support, including children and elders. It must be given before the Eid prayer so it reaches those in need in time.
During Ramadan, adult Muslims fast from dawn to sunset by abstaining from food, drink, and marital relations while maintaining good character. Those who are ill, elderly, pregnant, nursing, traveling, or otherwise unable to fast may be exempt or may need to make up the fasts or pay fidyah, depending on their situation. For specific rulings, it’s best to consult a trusted scholar or local imam.
Ramadan prayer times follow the five daily prayers: Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha. Prayer times are based on your local city and time zone. In addition, Muslims often pray Taraweeh after Isha in Ramadan. You can find precise times using a local mosque timetable or an online Islamic prayer time calculator.
Visit our Ramadan page and homepage to see the highlighted campaigns and choose where your Zakat and Sadaqah can make the greatest difference.
Penny Appeal Canada stands as a relief and development organization committed to building thriving communities. Our aim is to disrupt the cycles of poverty through long-term, sustainable programs. That is why we work to turn small change into a BIG DIFFERENCE.


Your donation is directed with purpose and accountability. Have you wondered how your donation gets to our beneficiaries? Let’s answer that!
We work with trusted, vetted local partners who identify vulnerable communities and submit detailed, budgeted proposals outlining project costs, timelines, and the number of beneficiaries to be served.
Once approved, funds are distributed in phases as projects are implemented, ensuring financial oversight and responsible stewardship every step of the way.
As work is carried out on the ground, whether distributing food, installing clean water systems, delivering emergency relief, or supporting orphaned children, partners are required to provide narrative reports, financial summaries, and impact documentation including photos, videos, and testimonials.
This data is carefully reviewed and incorporated into our annual reporting, so you can give with confidence knowing your generosity is handled transparently and is making a measurable, meaningful difference.
At the same time, we ensure all of our projects and financial accounting complies with the strict Canada Revenue Agency regulations that govern us. Our CRA number is 827502741 RR0001.
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Not sure which cause to give to? You don’t have to choose. With one powerful contribution, you can reach across every corner of our humanitarian work from feeding families and providing clean water to educating children and caring for orphans.
Your gift allows us to deploy emergency responses swiftly and effectively, ensuring that we are always prepared to act as efficiently as possible, where and when the need is most urgent.
Your generosity strengthens every effort we make. It’s what keeps our work nimble, responsive, and always within reach of those who need it most. With your support, we can keep hope moving forward, no matter what the world brings next.
small change. BIG DIFFERENCE.
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