"Those who give charity night and day, secretly and openly, have their reward with their Lord. They will have no fear, and they will not grieve." Quran 2:274
Darul Arqum Islamic Center is a non-profit organization that provides a variety of religious, educational, and social services to the Muslim community in Ames, Iowa. The center is a vital part of the community, and it relies on donations from generous individuals and businesses to operate.
Need for Donations
Darul Arqum Islamic Center needs donations to support its various programs and services. Some of the specific areas where donations are needed include:
General Fund: The general fund goes into the general operation of the Islamic Center. This includes covering the costs of maintenance, landscaping, cleaning, utilities, and other day-to-day expenses.
Imam Fund: The Imam Fund goes into paying the Imam's salary. The Imam is the religious leader of the Islamic Center, and he plays a vital role in serving the community.
Islamic School Fund: The Islamic School Fund operates and manages the Islamic school. This includes hiring teachers, purchasing supplies, and providing other support for the school.
Sadaqa and Zakat Al-Mal Fund: The Sadaqa and Zakat Al-Mal Fund is used to help needy people in Ames. This includes providing financial assistance to families who are struggling, as well as helping to fund food banks and other social service programs.
Donation Options
There are a variety of ways to donate to Darul Arqum Islamic Center. You can donate through:
Donation box: Donation boxes are located in the main prayer hall and sisters' prayer hall.
You can deposit you cash in any of those donation boxes using one of the designated envelops to ensure your donation goes to the designated purpose.
You can write check payable to Darul Arqum Islamic Center, and please note in the memo the designated purpose.
MOHID Kiosk: The kiosk is located in the main prayer hall.
MOHID Kiosk accepts major credit cards.
You can choose to do one-time or recurring donations.
You can choose the designated purpose of your donations.
MOHID Online: You can submit your donation via MOHID platform online available here: https://us.mohid.co/ia/desmoines/daic/masjid/online/donation
PayPal: https://paypal.me/daicpaypal
Direct transfer to the bank: Please contact our Treasurer for setting up these transactions at treasurer@arqum.org
Darul Arqum Islamic Center is a vital part of the Muslim community in Ames, Iowa. The center relies on donations from generous individuals and businesses to operate. Your donation will help to support the center's programs and services, and it will make a difference in the lives of many people.
Jazakom Allah Khairan for your generosity.