Ramadan is a month of fasting, prayer, and deep spiritual reflection, but it is also the month of giving. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ was described as being the most generous of people, and in Ramadan, his generosity would increase even more.
"The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) was the most generous of people, and he was the most generous in Ramadan when Jibreel met him."
(Sahih al-Bukhari, 6)
One of the best ways to make this Ramadan more meaningful is by incorporating sadaqah (charity) into your daily life. Whether through financial donations, acts of kindness, or using your skills to benefit others, sadaqah opens the door to immense blessings and purification of the heart.
Here’s how you can make your Ramadan even more spiritually fulfilling by giving in ways that matter.
1. Start with a Giving Plan
Just like we plan our Quran reading goals and prayer schedules for Ramadan, having a sadaqah plan can help ensure consistent giving throughout the month.
✅ Set a daily or weekly goal – Even small daily contributions can add up.
✅ Automate donations – Many charities allow you to schedule giving so you don’t forget.
✅ Diversify your giving – Support different causes, from food distribution to education.
✅ Involve the whole family – Encourage children to contribute from their savings.
Ramadan is about habit-building—a sadaqah plan can help you develop a long-term commitment to giving beyond the blessed month.
2. Give Sadaqah Jariyah – A Charity That Keeps Giving
Sadaqah Jariyah is a form of charity that continues to benefit people long after it is given. It is one of the most powerful ways to gain lasting rewards even after we pass away.
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said:
“When a person dies, their deeds come to an end except for three: a continuing charity, beneficial knowledge, or a righteous child who prays for them.”
(Sahih Muslim, 1631)
Ways to give Sadaqah Jariyah this Ramadan:
- Sponsor a well for clean water access.
- Donate to build a mosque or school.
- Support Quran distribution projects.
- Fund education for an orphan or needy child.
- Help provide Islamic books or learning resources.
A single act of charity can multiply in rewards, benefiting both you and others for years to come.
3. Feed the Fasting – A Simple Yet Powerful Act
The reward for feeding a fasting person is immense. The Prophet ﷺ said:
"Whoever feeds a fasting person will have a reward like theirs, without reducing from their reward in the slightest."
(Sunan Ibn Majah, 1746)
Ways to participate:
🍽️ Cook extra food for iftar and share with neighbors or the needy.
🥘 Donate to food distribution programs that provide iftar meals.
🛒 Prepare food packs with dates, water, and essentials for those less fortunate.
Even a small meal given with sincerity can bring immense barakah in your life.
4. Give Time and Kindness – Sadaqah Isn’t Just Money
Not all acts of charity involve money. Time, effort, and kind words are equally valuable forms of sadaqah.
The Prophet ﷺ said:
"Every act of goodness is charity."
(Sahih Muslim, 1009)
Ways to give non-monetary sadaqah:
💬 Speak kindly and uplift someone’s spirit.
🤲 Make dua for others—an often-overlooked but deeply valuable gift.
💡 Volunteer at your mosque, food bank, or community events.
🎓 Teach someone a skill, a Quranic verse, or even how to pray properly.
Small acts of kindness create ripple effects, strengthening our communities and deepening our connection to others.
5. Give Secretly – The Best Form of Sadaqah
While public giving can inspire others, there is something uniquely special about giving in secret.
The Prophet ﷺ said:
“A person who gives charity so secretly that their left hand does not know what their right hand has given will be under the shade of Allah’s Throne on the Day of Judgment.”
(Sahih al-Bukhari, 660)
This Ramadan, try:
🤲 Donating without telling anyone – just between you and Allah.
📩 Sending anonymous financial support to someone in need.
🎁 Leaving a gift for someone struggling, expecting nothing in return.
Sincerity in giving purifies the heart and strengthens our bond with Allah.
6. Teach Others About Sadaqah and Lead by Example
One of the best ways to make sadaqah a lifelong habit is to encourage others—especially our children and younger family members—to give regularly.
👶 Involve kids in charity efforts by letting them put coins in a sadaqah jar.
🕌 Share inspiring stories of generosity from Islamic history.
💰 Encourage friends to donate together for a cause.
The more we normalize generosity, the more it becomes second nature.
Make This Your Most Rewarding Ramadan Yet
Sadaqah is a pathway to Allah’s mercy, purification, and infinite rewards. Whether through wealth, time, or simple acts of kindness, every good deed given in Ramadan is multiplied in rewards.
This Ramadan, let’s commit to giving more—to our families, our communities, and those in need around the world. Every small act counts, and every effort brings us closer to Allah.
May Allah accept all our acts of worship, generosity, and sincerity this Ramadan.
