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Fight Fire With Hope: Quba Islamic Institute

$12,781

raised of $100,000 USD goal

172 supporters, Project Closed
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Impact: Houston, TX

Registered 501(c)(3)

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This campaign will collect all funds raised by March 17, 2015 at 12:00 AM EDT

The official campaign to restore the Quba Islamic Institute after part of it was burned down in hate.


Help us rebuild our mosque

On Friday, February 13, 2015 the Quba Islamic Institute was attacked in a case of arson that left a part of our mosque completely destroyed. Thankfully nobody was hurt nor was it the prayer hall of the Islamic Institute, but we were using the space to store our computers, furniture, lights, and other materials in preparation for our expansion. In total, we suffered damage in excess of $200,000.

Fight Fire with Hope

Although we were saddened to see this attack from our neighbors, we were even more depressed to see some of the reactions online. 

However, we believe everything happens for a reason, and we are resolved to turn this tragedy into a triumph for the whole community. Through humility and grace, and perhaps a touch of laughter, we pray we are able to build new relationships with those around us and open doors and hearts to a brighter future. 

We Are Okay, Thank God

In all honesty, we have lost nothing throughout this, only gained the support of most everyone around us. Alhamdulillah (praise and thanks to God), nobody was hurt and everything that was lost can be replaced. We have a strong community and a stronger conviction in our purpose and work and know that by trusting in Allah, everything will be fine.

There are many great causes out there so if you feel something is more deserving please use your charity for that. However, if you want to show your support and contribute to the rebuilding of the Quba Islamic Institute, we are forever grateful for that support. 

Together we believe by coming together as many we can rise above the hate of the few.




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Updates 3

Quba Academy6 years ago

Moving Forward, With Your Help, Inshallah...

Assalam-u-Alaikum, all. 

I just wanted to take a moment to provide you all with an update. 

Unfortunately, we were never able to rebuild the burned portion of Quba Islamic Institute; instead, we were forced to lease another, adjacent building for the use of our students. 

We have, Alhamdulillah, grown to 50 students this year and we need your help moving forward. That is why we created a new campaign and would sincerely appreciate your support! 

Jazakumullah-u-Khairan. 

https://www.launchgood.com/project/sponsor_a_future_hafizhafiza_inshallah#!/

Quba Academy9 years ago

Project Closed- Thank You!

Assalam-u-Alaikum and Hello.

I wanted to take this opportunity to thank all of you who have been so generous as to help us in our rebuilding effort. Everything we do is done by the favor of Allah first, and the generous contributions of concerned individuals such as yourselves. 

We have raised $12,881 of our $100,000 goal. Although we were quite far from what we had hoped, every donation will help us in becoming whole, Inshallah. Again, thank you all for being so considerate and kind.

If any of you would still like to contribute to help us, you may donate at www.qubahouston.org. May Allah reward you all.

Jazakumullah-u-Khairan!

We will keep you posted as to all our progress, Inshallah! Please keep Quba Islamic Institute in your prayers.

Sincerely,

Ahsan Usman Zahid.

Quba Academy9 years ago

Thank You!

Assalam-u-Alaikum and Hello.

We wanted to thank all of those who have so generously donated to QII. We understand that there are many causes worthy of your hard-earned money, and it means so much to us that you thought us worth helping.

We are about 10% of the way to our goal Inshallah (God-willing). If we may ask that you kindly spread the word and help us achieve 100% of our goal, we would be ever more grateful!

Thank you all again and may your generosity be rewarded!

Jazakallah-u-Khairan and Thank You!!!


Sincerely,

Ahsan Usman Zahid.

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