100 Ways To Prepare For Ramadan! 🌙

Can you believe it? As of today Ramadan 1446 is only 100 days away! 👀

We see this happen every year, even with ourselves, where all too often we set really lofty goals for the blessed month (nothing wrong with aiming high) but when it's crunch time, it either feels like you don't know where to start or that you've lost momentum before you've even begun. Let's change that and make this our best Ramadan yet with EPIC preparation!

It's never too early to get a jump start on Ramadan. Instead of scrambling last-minute, why not ease into Ramadan with a little daily practice that brings you closer to Allah, strengthens your faith, or just makes life a little brighter? Here’s a day-by-day guide with 100 unique, meaningful, and sometimes lighthearted things you can do each day to prepare for Ramadan. Let’s dive in!

Week 1: Lay the Foundation

1. Make the Niyyah: Start with the intention to prepare your heart and mind for Ramadan.
2. Declutter Your Space: Clean up your home or workspace; a clean space invites barakah!
3. Set a Sadaqah Jar: Place a jar at home to collect daily or weekly charity.
4. List Goals for Ramadan: Write down your spiritual, physical, and emotional goals.
5. Plan Your Quran Journey: Decide how much Quran you’d like to read or memorize by Ramadan.
6. Follow Islamic Pages: Add uplifting Islamic content to your social feeds.
7. Connect with a Dua: Pick a meaningful dua to recite every day.

Week 2: Small Spiritual Wins

8. Pray Sunnah Prayers: Commit to one sunnah prayer daily.
9. Revive Salawat: Send blessings upon the Prophet ﷺ 100 times today.
10. Start a Gratitude Journal: List three things you're grateful for each night.
11. Learn a New Name of Allah: Reflect on its meaning and memorize it.
12. Watch a Seerah Video: Learn about the life of the Prophet ﷺ.
13. Donate Quietly: Give something, no matter how small, without telling anyone.
14. Commit to No Backbiting: Monitor your tongue for one full day.

Week 3: Community and Family

15. Call Your Parents: If they’re not around, make dua for them.
16. Visit the Mosque: Even if it’s not Jummah, spend time in this serene space.
17. Bake and Share: Drop off treats at a neighbor’s or friend’s house.
18. Text an Old Friend: Reconnect and ask how they’re really doing.
19. Volunteer at a Charity: Give your time to a local Islamic cause.
20. Make Dua for the Ummah: Specifically for Muslims in hardship.
21. Host a Mini Halaqa: Invite a few friends over to discuss a surah or hadith.

Week 4: Quran and Knowledge

22. Recite One Ayah: Start with just one verse a day from the Quran.
23. Listen to Quran in the Morning: Replace your alarm with a recitation.
24. Memorize Ayat Al-Kursi: If you haven’t already, now’s the time!
25. Reflect on Surah Fatiha: Dive deep into its meanings and beauty.
26. Read Tafsir: Pick one verse and learn its explanation.
27. Enroll in a Free Online Class: Strengthen your knowledge about Islam.
28. Explore Tajweed Rules: Learn one small rule to improve your recitation.

Week 5: Fasting Warm-Up

29. Fast on Monday or Thursday: Get into the rhythm of sunnah fasting.
30. Eat Suhoor: Practice waking up early, even if you’re not fasting.
31. Break a Bad Habit: Identify one thing you want to avoid in Ramadan and start today.
32. Hydrate More: Work on drinking more water throughout the day.
33. Limit Screen Time: Begin cutting back on non-productive use.
34. Eat Mindfully: Practice moderation during meals.
35. Learn a New Sunnah of Eating: For instance, saying “Bismillah” or eating with three fingers.

Week 6: Serve Others

36. Cook for Someone in Need: Prepare a meal for a family or individual.
37. Sponsor an Orphan: Set up a recurring donation, even if it’s small.
38. Help a Sibling or Neighbor: Do something kind without being asked.
39. Babysit for a Friend: Give parents a much-needed break.
40. Donate Clothes: Clean out your wardrobe and give away gently used items.
41. Visit the Elderly: Spend time with an older relative or community member.
42. Smile More: The sunnah act of sadaqah you can do anywhere.

Weeks 7–12: Keep the Momentum and Deepen Your Connection

You’re halfway through the countdown! It’s time to balance spiritual practices, personal growth, and acts of service. By focusing on these areas, you’ll create meaningful habits to carry into Ramadan.

43. Try a New Sunnah Prayer: Experiment with Tahajjud or Dhuha for added barakah.
44. Watch a Ramadan Prep Webinar: Seek tips from scholars or motivational speakers.
45. Plan Your Iftar Menu: Jot down quick, nourishing recipes to simplify your evenings.
46. Clean Your Pantry: Make space for Ramadan essentials like dates and grains.
47. Make a Ramadan Playlist: Gather your favorite inspiring Quran recitations.
48. Declutter Your Apps: Remove distractions to focus on ibadah.
49. Create a Ramadan Calendar: Outline daily tasks and spiritual reminders.
50. Write a Letter to Yourself: Reflect on your progress and intentions.
51. Cut Out Gossip: Make a conscious effort to purify your speech.
52. Pray in Congregation: Attend the masjid or pray with your family.
53. Set a Ramadan Budget: Allocate funds for charity, groceries, and community events.
54. Read Islamic Books: Dive into topics like tafsir, hadith, or Islamic history.
55. Focus on Dhikr: Try saying “SubhanAllah, Alhamdulillah, Allahu Akbar” 33 times each after salah.
56. Buy Prayer Rugs: Gift them to someone who might need encouragement to pray.
57. Support a Local Muslim Business: Shop small and uplift your community.
58. Prepare for Laylatul Qadr: Research its significance and outline your goals.
59. Set Goals for Charity: Aim to give regularly during Ramadan.
60. Join a Ramadan Challenge: Participate in programs that inspire consistency and growth.

61. Revisit Past Ramadans: Reflect on what worked and what didn’t last year.
62. Organize a Quran Study Circle: Gather friends or family to read and discuss a surah.
63. Learn a Sunnah of Sleep: Practice sleeping on your right side and recite duas before bed.
64. Plan a Day of Silence: Take a break from talking and focus on dhikr and introspection.
65. Set a Charity Goal: Commit to donating a specific amount weekly.
66. Try Intermittent Fasting: Ease your body into fasting by starting with shorter fasts.
67. Read Stories of the Prophets: These timeless lessons will inspire and uplift you.
68. Limit Caffeine: Start cutting back on coffee or tea to avoid withdrawal headaches in Ramadan.
69. Host a Pre-Ramadan Potluck: Share the excitement with your loved ones!
70. Track Your Prayers: Use a notebook or app to ensure you’re praying all five daily salah.
71. Learn About Zakat: Understand its importance and calculate your contribution early.
72. Memorize a Dua for Forgiveness: Commit to reciting it daily.
73. Reflect on Your Time Management: Identify what wastes your time and start adjusting.
74. Teach Kids About Ramadan: Share stories or do fun crafts to engage them.
75. Try a Sunnah Diet: Incorporate foods the Prophet ﷺ loved, like dates and honey.
76. Perfect Your Wudu: Practice making your ablution with more mindfulness and precision.
77. Choose a Quran Translation: Find one that resonates with you for deeper understanding.
78. Make a Gratitude Poster: Add something new each day you’re thankful for.
79. Declutter Digital Spaces: Clear your phone and emails for a fresh start.
80. Learn a Dua for Breaking Fast: Prepare for the special moment of iftar!
81. Reach Out to Converts: Invite them to a meal or ask how you can support their Ramadan.
82. Plan Your Taraweeh Nights: Decide if you’ll attend the masjid or pray at home.
83. Learn About Fiqh of Fasting: Avoid common mistakes by studying the rulings.
84. Write a Letter to Allah: Express your hopes, fears, and gratitude.
85. Read About Ramadan in Different Cultures: Appreciate the global beauty of this sacred month.
86. Clean and Organize Your Closet: Donate what you no longer need.
87. Prepare a Fasting Survival Kit: Stock up on healthy snacks, dates, and water bottles.
88. Host a Family Meeting: Discuss how everyone can support one another during Ramadan.
89. Think About Self Improvement: Privately reflect, repent, and come up with ways you want to leave certain bad habits behind.

The Final Countdown

90. Decorate for Ramadan: Create a festive, welcoming atmosphere at home.
91. Create a Dua List: Write down everything you want to ask Allah for.
92. Shop Smart: Get your Ramadan essentials before the rush.
93. Plan Your Worship Schedule: Dedicate time for Quran, prayer, and dhikr.
94. Learn an Eid Sunnah: Prepare to implement it when the time comes.
95. Set a Social Media Detox: Commit to less scrolling during Ramadan.
96. Help Organize Taraweeh Carpools: Make it easy for your community to attend prayers.
97. Read About the Prophet’s Ramadan: Learn how he ﷺ approached this month.
98. Do a Gratitude Exercise: List blessings you’ve gained in this countdown.
99. Make a Final Intention: Renew your niyyah to make the most of Ramadan.
100. Breathe and Begin: Take a moment to reflect, relax, and welcome Ramadan with an open heart.

And there you have it! A (not so small) list of small things you can do day by day between now and Ramadan to set yourself up for spiritual success for the most blessed month of the year.

Preparation is key to making Ramadan meaningful and transformative. By taking small, consistent steps every day, you’re building habits that will carry you through Ramadan and beyond. Share this list with family and friends, and let’s all make the countdown to Ramadan as impactful as the holy month itself.

Dua to reach Ramadan 🤲

اللّهُمَّ بَلِّغْنَا رَمَضَانَ

Allahumma ballighna Ramadan

Oh Allah, allow us to reach Ramadan!