Imdadul Islamic Centre of Toronto

Every evening in Ramadan, our masjid opens its doors to provide a welcoming space where the community can break their fast together. Through our Daily Iftar Feeding Program, we serve nutritious meals to brothers and sisters who rely on the masjid for their Iftar: students, travelers, families in need, and anyone who seeks the blessing of sharing food in this sacred month. To keep this effort going throughout Ramadan, we depend on the generosity of our community. Your donations help us provide fresh meals, dates and water, and essential supplies needed to host Iftar every single day. Even a small contribution becomes part of someone’s iftar: a moment of relief, gratitude, and connection. Support this beautiful tradition of feeding those who fast. Together, we can ensure that no one breaks their fast alone.

“And establish prayer and give zakah, and whatever good you put forward for yourselves—you will find it with Allah.” - Surah Al-Baqarah (2:110)

Quality Farm California Medjool Dates Small Box (4 lbs) – $30 | Large Box (11 lbs) – $70 Share the sweetness of Ramadan while supporting Imdadul Islamic Centre. Pre-purchase here or online without fee via e-transfer: imdaduljamat@gmail.com PLEASE PROVIDE YOUR E-RECEIPT AT THE OFFICE TO COLLECT YOUR DATES. All proceeds support the Centre’s masjid programs and community services during this blessed month. May Allah swt place barakah in your sustenance and accept your generosity. Ameen.

$15 per person Fitra is a required charity given at the end of Ramadan, and before Eid-ul-Fitr prayers, to show gratitude to Allah for allowing us to observe the obligatory fasts in Ramadan with compassion and steadfastness. The head of household pays it on behalf of every family member, and it is compulsory for every individual who has sufficient food for themselves and their family. The estimated cost is $15 per person in each household.

Fidya - $12 per day “Fidya” is paid by individuals who cannot fulfill the obligation of fasting due to chronic illness or old age. Fidya payments are meant to feed a person in need for each of the fasting days missed. If the donor is from a low-income family, he or she should then care for the family’s needs first before considering giving a separate Fidya donation. In the hanafi madhab, this doesn’t apply to pregnant or breastfeeding women, as they will be able to fast in the future. So they must perform qada (making up missed fasts) rather than paying fidya. “Kaffara,” provides individuals who deliberately miss or break a day of fasting an opportunity to recompense for it. According to Islamic guidelines, if a person misses a day of fasting without a valid reason, he or she should either fast for 60 consecutive days or feed 60 under privileged people per day. The estimated cost is $12 per person for 60 people, which equals $720 a day for each missed or broken day. Beyond Ramadan, Kaffara may also be given to recompense for broken oaths or promises. In these cases, 10 underprivileged people should be fed for each occurrence. The estimated cost is $12 per person for 10 people, which equals $120 per broken promise. If the donor is from a low-income family, and cannot afford the payment, it is recommended that he or she should fast for three days, and make sure to “protect your oath,” meaning he or she should stay true to his or her word going forward.

The Prophet ﷺ said: “The best of days is Friday.” Turn your Friday sadaqah into a source of continuous barakah. By setting up automatic weekly donations, you give without stress, without forgetting, and without needing to take any extra steps each week. Your consistent Jummah gift supports the masjid, earns ongoing reward, and keeps your intentions alive — even on the busiest days. A small amount, given regularly, becomes a powerful stream of sadaqah jariyah. Jazakallahu Khairan for making Jummah part of your routine of giving.

“The most beloved deeds to Allah are those that are consistent, even if small.” (Sahih Bukhari) 💫 Your steady support brings lasting blessings in this life and the next!

"Those who spend their wealth [in charity] by night and by day, secretly and publicly—they will have their reward with their Lord. No fear will there be concerning them, nor will they grieve.” Surah Al-Baqarah (2:274)