Introduction
Zakat Foundation™ Philippines is a non-profit organization that aims to empower the most vulnerable communities in the Philippines through various programs and initiatives. The foundation operates under the principles of zakat, which is one of the five pillars of Islam, and involves giving a portion of one's wealth to those in need. In this article, we will be reviewing the Zakat Foundation™ Philippines Annual Report for the year 2020.
Programs and Initiatives
In 2020, Zakat Foundation™ Philippines continued to provide aid and support to communities across the Philippines through a range of programs and initiatives. These included:
Emergency Response: The foundation responded to emergencies, including natural disasters and conflicts, by providing relief assistance and aid to affected communities. In 2020, Zakat Foundation™ Philippines responded to the Taal Volcano eruption, the COVID-19 pandemic, and the aftermath of Typhoon Vongfong.
Education: The foundation continued to provide educational support to children from marginalized communities through its Education Assistance Program. The program provides scholarships, school supplies, and other forms of support to ensure that children from low-income families have access to quality education.
Livelihood: The foundation continued to provide livelihood support to communities through its Microfinance Program. The program provides small loans to individuals and groups to help them start or expand their businesses. In 2020, the program disbursed over Php 10 million in loans.
Healthcare: The foundation provided healthcare assistance to marginalized communities through its Health and Nutrition Program. The program provides free medical check-ups, consultations, and medicines to those who cannot afford healthcare services.
Water and Sanitation: The foundation continued to provide access to clean water and sanitation facilities to communities through its Water and Sanitation Program. The program builds and rehabilitates water wells, provides water pumps and filtration systems, and builds latrines and handwashing stations.
Impact
In 2020, Zakat Foundation™ Philippines made a significant impact on the lives of vulnerable communities across the Philippines. Some of the key achievements of the foundation in 2020 include:
Emergency Response: In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the foundation distributed food packs and hygiene kits to over 12,000 families across the Philippines. The foundation also provided personal protective equipment (PPE) to healthcare workers in various hospitals.
Education: The foundation provided scholarships to over 500 children from marginalized communities, ensuring that they could continue their education despite the challenges posed by the pandemic.
Livelihood: The foundation disbursed over Php 10 million in loans to more than 2,000 individuals and groups, helping them start or expand their businesses.
Healthcare: The foundation provided medical check-ups, consultations, and medicines to over 6,000 individuals from marginalized communities.
Water and Sanitation: The foundation built and rehabilitated 27 water wells, provided water pumps and filtration systems to 10 communities, and built 40 latrines and handwashing stations.
Financials
Zakat Foundation™ Philippines is committed to transparency and accountability in its financial operations. In 2020, the foundation raised a total of Php 64,235,678 in funds from various sources, including donations and grants. Of this amount, Php 50,771,907 was spent on programs and initiatives, while Php 9,062,834 was spent on administrative expenses, and Php 4,400,937 was spent on fundraising expenses.
Conclusion
The Zakat Foundation™ Philippines Annual Report for the year 2020 highlights the significant impact that the foundation has had on the lives of vulnerable communities across the Philippines. The foundation's programs and initiatives have helped thousands of individuals and families access essential services such as education, healthcare, livelihood, and water