زَكاةُ الفِطْرِ

(Zakat Al-Fitr)

Zakatul Fitr is paid for every Muslim in the household, and the cost of this Ramadhaan is $10.00 per person.  This cost is based upon 1 sa’ of rice (3 kilograms), approximately 6.6 pounds.  According to the sunnah, it is best to pay the zakatul-fitr in non-perishable foods a day or two before the ‘Eid.  However, cash payments will be accepted, and the food will be purchased for you. To make a payment online, click here. 

Below is the suggested list:

• Flour
• Rice
• Red kidney beans
• Spaghetti
• Macaroni
• Grits
• Wheat bread
• Potatoes
• Honey
• Dry cereal
• Olive Oil

Can Goods

• Green beans
• Carrots
• Spinach
• Mixed Vegetables
• Peas
• Corn
• Tomatoes
• Tomato sauce

Juices

• Apple
• Orange
• Grape