COSARAF

As the annual report is near completion we can share a snippet from our insights: we've made a huge impact directly supporting 60,465 ppl! 🙌 ✨ 44,992 lives improved through Programmes ✨ 1,301 individuals received a transformational 'hand-up' & a staggering 4.6 m meals funded!

This is Shaleena Ali, our Sheikh family scholar! A Masters in Islamic Education appealed to Shaleena as she wants to be equipped with the tools to provide better services to Muslim Youth in Britain. Read more here: cosaraf.org/shaleena-ali/ #Sheikhscholarship #COSARAF

We are pleased to support Hatcliffe Extension Charitable Trust with their Ramadan aid project in Zimbabwe which has provided 350 vulnerable families with food packages for the holy period of Ramadan so that they are able to fast. Read more here: cosaraf.org/hatcliffe-exte…

Time to Help's Gift2Mum project aids asylum-seeking mothers in desperate situations across London, ensuring they receive practical and emotional support. We are delighted to award a £5,000 grant to fund 30 baby care packages. Read more here: cosaraf.org/time-to-help/ #COASARAF

LEGENDARY! 🏆 @SilverstoneUK becomes the first motorsport venue in the world to host @OpenIftar ! 🏎️ 🏁🇬🇧 Over 500 people from all backgrounds joined to mark the holy month of #Ramadan….in the fast lane! ⚡️💨 📸 @ShaFoShizzle

🌙We’re partnering with @theredcardwales for 2026 interfaith Iftars at three major sports clubs and the Senedd welcoming over 500 attendees with Shared meals, prayers, speakers & activities to promote understanding & community cohesion.

🎓 Meet Aisha, our new medical Sheikh Scholar at @DowningCollege! From Uzbekistan, she’s pursuing medicine while sharing her passions for art and kickboxing. Aisha hopes to inspire others through workshops, welfare events, and empowering sessions for women.

🌙 Ramadan Update We’re supporting Carers Worldwide in Bangladesh this Ramadan to benefit 1,000 people in Dinajpur, including those with mental illnesses and their carers. Match funded with @CareTech Foundation.

🌙 Ramadan Feeding Update We’re supporting Nabiganj Madrasha & Orphan Centre in Bangladesh to provide Sehri & Iftari meals for 100 orphans. Over £2,000 awarded for Sehri and Iftari meals to ensure children are nourished this Ramadan.

Introducing our new Sheikh Scholar Ebraheem, an MA Islamic Education student at the @UniofWarwick, focused on pedagogy, curriculum development, and faith-based education. With our support, he hopes to bridge classical learning and modern practice in Islamic Education. #COSARAF

🌙 Ramadan Feeding Programme Update FBF Fahmida Begum Foundation has been awarded £35,000 to deliver over 1,200 Ramadan food parcels in Pakistan. Household identification is underway, with distribution planned from 5 to 7 February. #RamadanGiving

#PartnerSpotlight The Noor Project COSARAF supports The Noor Project, helping 80 orphaned girls access education, healthcare, and care, while empowering communities with clean water, skills, and brighter futures.

The Grants and Finance Officer role is now live and open for applications. If you have a passion for finance, funding, and making a real impact within the third sector, this could be the opportunity for you. 🔗 View the role and apply here: ow.ly/Yjz950XWGEU

#PartnerSpotlight Advantage Africa COSARAF is helping 50 young people with intellectual disabilities in Kenya leave school with skills, support and grants to build independent, meaningful lives.

Advantage Africa supports young people with intellectual disabilities in Kenya to build their own enterprise. With their support , Michael, 23, transitioned from school and is now doing well.

Our latest COSARAF Community News newsletter shared highlights from Oct to Dec 2025, from Conversations with COSARAF and the Sheikh Scholars Leadership Day to new partnerships and interfaith iftar events across the UK.

Our Annual Report & Impact Report 2024–25 is out! 🎉 From hardship relief to long-term transformation — this year shows the ripple effect of mature, strategic grant-giving. cosaraf.org/wp-content/upl… #COSARAF #ImpactReport #AnnualReport #SocialImpact #GrantGivingOur

Ramadan 2026 is approaching 🌙 Prepare your heart and mind at the Welcome Ramadan Conference on 26 Jan 2026 at Soho Theatre Walthamstow. Featuring Harris J, Shaykh Ahmed Babikir, Mariah Idrissi & Ahmed Paul Keeler. 🎟 Book now: ow.ly/6lsP50XWGhF

Sufra supports people facing hunger and poverty in North West London. Our Emergency Aid Fund helps families in crisis with transport, documents, housing and essentials when they need it most.

COSARAF has awarded a £5,000 Emergency Aid grant to @SufraNWLondon to support Muslim families facing urgent hardship. Proud to partner with trusted community organisations delivering dignity and care when it matters most. #ZakatInAction #EmergencyAid

The countdown to Ramadan has begun 🕌. With just a month to go we're excited to see our partners preparing food packages for those in need in and getting ourselves ready for our annual Open Iftar event in partnership with @RamadanTent. #ExcitedMuch #COSARAF #Ramadan