Our Story & Mission

Born out of a need for ethical, community-driven support.

Ta'awun Community Fund (TCF) was established to provide a dignified and Shari'ah-compliant alternative for funeral support. We believe in the power of community coming together during life's most difficult moments.

The TCF Journey

TCF began with a simple observation: many families in our community were facing financial and logistical burdens during times of loss, often turning to interest-based loans or inconsistent crowdfunding.

We envisioned a better way—a system rooted in the Islamic concept of Ta'awun (mutual cooperation). A fund built by the community, for the community, where every contribution serves as a promise of support for one another.

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Mutual Aid

Driven by shared values and collective responsibility.

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Shari'ah Conscious

Ethical practices aligned with Islamic principles.

Leadership & Guidance

Guided by experience, rooted in faith.

Executive Leadership

Dr. Omar Al-Fayed

Executive Director

Over 15 years of experience in non-profit management and community development.

Fatima Zahra

Operations Director

Specializing in operational efficiency and community outreach programs.

Ahmed Hassan

Chief Financial Officer

Expert in Shari'ah-compliant financial structuring and ethical accounting.

Shari'ah Advisory Board

Sheikh Ibrahim Mansoor

Lead Shari'ah Consultant

Advising on the compliance of our pooling models and distribution methods to ensure they meet the highest ethical standards.

Mufti Sulaiman Yusuf

Ethical Oversight

Ensuring our administrative processes align with the principles of transparency and fairness in Islamic finance.

Radical Transparency

Trust is our most valuable asset. We are a registered non-profit organization dedicated to serving the community. Every dollar contributed is tracked, and our administrative structure is designed for maximum efficiency and minimum overhead.

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Non-Profit Status

TCF is a 501(c)(3) equivalent organization. We operate solely for the welfare of our members.

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Annual Audits

Our financial records are audited annually by independent third-party Shari'ah and financial auditors.

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Governance Structure

Managed by an independent Board of Trustees who do not draw salaries from the fund.

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Privacy & Dignity

We protect the privacy of recipient families, ensuring support is provided with the utmost discretion.

Be part of something bigger.

Your support helps us maintain a safety net for those who need it most. Join the TCF community today.