What they reported doing
- #1 primary $74KHOODIES DISTRIBUTION
- #2 $23KCOMMUNITY ASSISTANCE
What they call their work
What they do
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Food Distribution and Hunger Relief 2 activities
- Community food distribution and breakfast programsConducts regular community food assistance activities including weekly free mobile community breakfasts on Saturdays and broader food distribution efforts. Provided community breakfasts as a primary program in 2022 and conducted food distribution activities in 2023.
- Emergency and international humanitarian reliefDelivers emergency aid in response to natural disasters and humanitarian crises globally, including food, water, medicine, tents, clothing, and emotional care. Responded to earthquakes in Turkey and Morocco, floods in Bangladesh, wildfires in Maui, crises in Yemen and Afghanistan, and provided Ramadan iftar packages in Iraq, Yemen, Pakistan, and Bangladesh.
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Islamic Religious Education Programs 2 activities
- Live-streamed educational and spiritual sessionsHosts regular live-streamed educational and spiritual sessions on topics including Laylatul-bara'ah, Laylatul Qadr, Dhul Hijjah, and mosque leadership. Sessions feature scholars such as Mufti Farhan and occur biweekly on Fridays, with additional special event programming.
- Youth development and religious education programsOffers structured Islamic education and youth development programs for teens, including instruction in fiqh, aqaa-id, Seerah (life of Prophet Muhammad SAW), duas, Islamic history, and practical knowledge such as salaah and wudu. Programs integrate spiritual practices like daily duas and emphasize moral resilience through study of the Sahabas.
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After-School Academic and Enrichment Programs 1 activity
- Academic support and tutoring for studentsProvides after-school academic support including math tutoring and homework help to assist students in their educational development.
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Holiday and Seasonal Essentials Distribution 1 activity
- Clothing distribution and donation programsOperates clothing bins and donation bins for footwear and apparel to support community needs, including distribution of hoodies as part of a primary program. Conducted clothing bin operations for community distribution in 2022.
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General Community Direct Support Services 1 activity
- Community assistance and outreach servicesDelivers general community assistance services to address local needs, documented as a primary program activity in 2025.
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Interfaith Dialogue & Peacebuilding 1 activity
- Interfaith and cultural education initiativesDesigns and delivers interfaith programs that promote learning and teaching about different religions and cultures, enhancing youth understanding and engagement across religious lines.
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Direct Mental Health Counseling and Support Services 1 activity
- Mental health counseling and support servicesProvides trauma-informed mental health services including individual and group therapy, PTSD and grief counseling, support circles for widows, orphans, and the elderly, and psychoeducation workshops. Operates safe spaces for children with play therapy and art-based expression programs, and integrates mental health support with humanitarian aid distribution.
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Religious Holiday Food & Charity Distribution 1 activity
- Ritual Qurbani and food provisionConducts ritual animal slaughter during Qurbani to provide food for impoverished communities, emphasizing spiritual significance and support for the less fortunate.
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Culturally Specific Support Services 1 activity
- Support services for Muslim refugeesProvides targeted support services for Muslim refugees in New York, addressing integration, welfare, and community inclusion needs.
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Endowment and Gift Fund Management 1 activity
- Zakat fund management and distributionManages a dedicated bank account for Zakat donations, ensuring 100% of funds are used exclusively for beneficiary support with no administrative deductions. Distributes Zakat according to donor designations and prioritizes sustainable, long-term projects for maximum community benefit.
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Who runs it
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| MOHAMMAD FARHA | CHAIRMAN | 40 | $84K |
- SHAIK ALI — SECRETARY
- SYED T IBRAHIM — PRESIDENT
- SYED W QUADRI — TREASURER
Who they work with
- Access Aid Foundation Partner — Collaborates with Children of Adam on humanitarian programs in Yemen and Iraq.
- Brother Adnan Partner — Instructor for Deen4Teens program, recognized for knowledge and teaching effectiveness.
- Brother Syed Wasim Quadri Partner — Host of the WHO IS WHO? live online session series
- Children of Adam (Pakistan) Partner — Collaborates internationally to provide youth with humanitarian engagement opportunities.
- Hamdard Welfare Relief, Inc Partner — Coordinates with Children of Adam on humanitarian programs in Afghanistan.
- Internal Revenue Service Government — Recognized as a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization by the IRS.
- Long Island Mosques Partner — Partnered with Children of Adam to provide prosthetic limbs in Gaza.
- OBAT Helpers Partner — Partners with Children of Adam to support humanitarian efforts in Bangladesh.
- Teacher Huma Partner — Instructor for Deen4Teens program, teaching Seerah, duas, and Islamic practices.
- Trusted local partners in every region Partner — Collaborates with trusted local organizations in each region to deliver mental health services.
- YouTube Network — Maintains an active YouTube channel for disseminating religious content and session updates.
- YouTube Partner — Hosts live-streamed sessions and archives past content on its platform to expand reach and engagement.
- in-house scholars Partner — Provides religious supervision for Zakat fund distribution and utilization.
How they approach the work
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- Community Empowerment Through Faith Mobilizationmethodology: faith-community mobilizationBy mobilizing mosques and community leaders through shared religious conviction and historical inspiration, the organization strengthens collective action because faith-based identity and leadership engagement drive sustained community participation and giving.
- Community-Centered Trauma Healingmethodology: trauma-informed-community-centeredBy combining immediate humanitarian relief with long-term emotional and psychological support through a trauma-informed, community-centered lens, the organization fosters healing because it recognizes that physical survival and mental well-being are interdependent and best addressed together within the cultural and communal context.
- Culturally Responsive Faith-Based Mental Healthmethodology: culturally_responsive_careBy integrating cultural responsiveness with Islamic spirituality in mental health programming, the organization increases relevance and accessibility because mental wellness is most effectively supported when aligned with an individual’s religious beliefs, language, and background.
- Faith-Integrated Holistic Developmentmethodology: faith-based holistic developmentBy delivering programs grounded in Islamic values and integrating faith with knowledge, wellness, and service, the organization empowers individuals holistically because spiritual foundation and religious identity are seen as essential to personal and community transformation.
- Sharia-Compliant Sustainable Zakat Impactmethodology: sustainable zakat investmentBy distributing Zakat funds in strict adherence to Sharia principles and investing in sustainable projects, the organization maximizes long-term community benefit because religious compliance ensures legitimacy and trust, while sustainability extends the impact of each donation.