Salaams my name is Safa, and I am the sister of Zackeria, Rahimahu Allah.

A few days ago, my family and I received the kind of news that no heart can ever be prepared for. My brother, my dear Zackeria, was taken from us in a horrific vehicle collision. In the blink of an eye, he was gone.

We all know that life is fleeting, that our time is written. But no amount of knowing prepares you for the shock, the silence, the emptiness. No words can ever truly capture what it feels like to lose someone you love so suddenly.

But in this blessed month of Ramadan, I find comfort in the one thing I can do for my brother. In the way our faith teaches us to honor those we love. I choose to channel my grief into Sadaqah Jaariyah, an ongoing charity that will continue to bring him reward long after this world.

On behalf of myself, my parents, my family, and all who love Zackeria, we have launched this Sadaqah Jariyah campaign in his name. We have partnered with Muslims Around the World (MATW) to build water wells and support other initiatives that will serve those in need.

This will be his legacy.

A legacy that, inshaAllah, will widen his grave, fill it with light, elevate his ranks, and be a source of ongoing reward for him.

I invite you all to take part in this—to give for his sake, to share in the blessings of this beautiful opportunity. No amount is too big or too small. Every single penny counts. And in this sacred month, every act of charity is multiplied in reward.

LaunchGood has agreed to match $4,000 USD if we raise another $4,000 USD from this moment forward.

Additionally, if we raise the most funds by 7 PM EST today, we will receive an extra $5,000 USD.

If we come together and push this campaign forward, we could raise an additional $14,000 USD—just from these incentives.

This is our moment. This is our chance to give Zackeria the most beautiful gift we possibly can.

I will be updating you all in the coming days about what my parents and I have chosen in addition to the water wells, ensuring that every contribution goes toward something truly meaningful in his name.

May Allah accept from all of us, multiply the rewards, and allow this to be a source of mercy, light, and elevation for my brother, Rahimahu Allah.

Please, if you can:
💙 Donate
💙 Share
💙 Make du’a

Every action counts.

May Allah grant Zackeria the highest ranks of Jannatul Firdaus and reunite us with him in His infinite mercy.

With love and gratitude,
Safa E.