Mohamed Barkhad joins the Muslim Philanthropy Podcast to share how Retain Quran Foundation reached 1.3M users in 120 countries — and where it goes next.
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Muslim civil rights in Florida — CAIR Florida's Hiba Rahim, Megan Amer, and Wilfredo Ruiz on 25 years of community defense, advocacy, and showing up on the #MuslimPhilanthropy Podcast.
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Muhi Khwaja interviewed Oussama Mezoui, a nonprofit consultant and expert, for the Muslim Philanthropy podcast. Oussama shared his journey from growing up as a refugee in London to his career in nonprofit leadership, particularly in Muslim-led organizations. They discussed the challenges and opportunities in nonprofit work, including the importance of mentorship, professional development, and addressing “founder syndrome” in organizations. Oussama emphasized the critical need for better governance, talent development, and board leadership in Muslim nonprofit institutions. He also highlighted the importance of donors supporting these organizations and encouraged community members to get involved through volunteering or board service. The conversation covered Oussama’s current work as a consultant and his recent decision to take a more public role in advocating for stronger practices in the Muslim nonprofit sector.
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Muslim mental health, trauma-informed storytelling, and healing in community — therapist Zain Shamoon on the #MuslimPhilanthropy Podcast.
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| The meeting featured Zahra, a Muslim American attorney and coach, who shared her journey from growing up in Southern California to pursuing law school and eventually transitioning to coaching, while maintaining her focus on estate planning and community service. She and Muhi discussed the importance of strategic planning and wealth management in the Muslim community, highlighting historical examples of Muslim charitable practices and the need to overcome self-imposed limitations. The conversation concluded with discussions about philanthropy, the challenges and benefits of collaborative efforts, and the importance of building supportive communities to help individuals achieve their goals |
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| The 2025 Annual Symposium in Muslim Philanthropy Awards was hosted by Muhi Khwaja, co-founder of American Muslim Community Foundation (AMCF), who welcomed attendees and discussed the importance of zakat and charitable giving. The event featured presentations from various speakers, including Shazin Mufti, who provided insights about AMCF’s work and its year-end fundraising efforts. Technical issues were addressed regarding the visibility of ASL interpreters and speakers, with Lisa and Asma working to resolve these. The symposium highlighted AMCF’s mission to support the donor and nonprofit ecosystem through community-driven initiatives and emphasized the generosity of sponsors who make such events possible. |
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Muslim civic leadership, actionable hope, and the call to serve — Ihssane Leki in conversation with AMCF's #MuslimPhilanthropy Podcast.
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In this meeting, Muhi and Aneesa discussed plans for an upcoming podcast episode that would cover Aneesa’s professional journey, philanthropic work, and achievements as CEO of multiple manufacturing companies. Aneesa shared her background growing up in Yemen, her transition from family business to leading roles in manufacturing, and her experiences as a woman and minority in the workplace. The conversation concluded with Aneesa discussing her board memberships, philanthropic efforts through various foundations and organizations, and her approach to work-life balance while maintaining a commitment to making daily impacts and leaving a positive legacy.
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In this meeting, Ali shared his personal and professional background, including his journey from Pakistan to the US and his path into psychiatry, while discussing his experiences with mental health challenges and recovery. Ali explained the mission and services of the Khair Collective including their focus on Muslim mental health care and their work providing free workshops, training, and peer support services. The discussion covered the organization’s efforts to integrate Muslim peer specialists into community mental health support, addressing challenges around stigma and the need for culturally informed mental health services.
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Dr. Sohail Masood shared his entrepreneurial journey from founding Crescent Healthcare to becoming the largest privately held home infusion company in the U.S., while discussing his receipt of various prestigious awards and his commitment to community work through his family foundation. Dr. Masood discusses his family’s philanthropic activities, including support for various nonprofit organizations, media projects, and programs for people with special needs, while emphasizing the importance of strategic giving and building relationships within the community. They highlighted their experiences with Muslim-led nonprofits and mainstream organizations, discussing the challenges of transparency and financial management in religious organizations, while emphasizing the value of starting local charity efforts and understanding community needs.
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