Relief rooted in faith, delivered with care

A humanitarian initiative providing aid, food and community support to those in need, locally and beyond.

Najam Relief volunteers in blue vests with children at an outdoor community gathering.
Volunteers at an outdoor table with bags of groceries ready for families.
Children drawing and coloring together at an outdoor table.
A Najam Relief volunteer in a blue vest handing a bag of food to a child.
Children reaching for bags being handed out at a community distribution.

Najam Relief serves individuals and families across Metro Atlanta through local programs, and responds to humanitarian emergencies around the world alongside trusted partner organizations.

  • $1.7M+ Raised across our current appeals
  • 6 Local programs in Metro Atlanta
  • 100% Zakat policy on our Emergency Appeal
  • 2019 IRS-recognized 501(c)(3) since April 2019

What we do

Two young girls resting their arms on a blue table outdoors.

In Metro Atlanta

Hot meals, family groceries, refugee welcome kits, newborn essentials, tutoring and local Zakat.

Explore our programs
A Najam Relief team member in a navy Najam jacket crouching among smiling schoolchildren outside a school.

Beyond Atlanta

Emergency relief for people affected by crises, including food, medical kits, fuel, hot meals and hospital support, with MATW, JHCO and the Egyptian Red Crescent.

Current appeals

Part of Najam Institute

One of the initiatives of Najam Institute, alongside Najam Seminary, Najam Academy, Najam Center Decatur and Najam Center Lilburn.

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Our values

Six Islamic values guide how we serve, how we care for every gift, and how we work with others.

  • Rahmah Mercy

    “The Most Merciful shows mercy to those who show mercy to others…”Prophet Muhammad ﷺ (Tirmidhi)

    We aim to be a source of mercy for the ummah, reaching out with gentleness and care to ease suffering and uplift the hearts of the oppressed and forgotten.

  • Amanah Trust & divine responsibility

    Every donation is a sacred trust (amanah) placed in our care. We fulfill this duty with honesty and God-consciousness, ensuring that your charity reaches those who need it most, purely for the sake of Allah ﷻ.

  • Sidq Truthfulness & integrity

    We are committed to complete honesty and integrity in all that we do. As Islam enjoins truthfulness, we maintain clarity in our communication and openness in our actions, so that you can give with confidence.

  • Khidmah Selfless service

    Service to humanity is service to the Creator. We serve not for praise or recognition, but to seek the pleasure of Allah ﷻ, by supporting communities in need and helping them build a dignified future.

  • Ta’awun Mutual cooperation in good

    “Help one another in righteousness and piety…”Qur’an 5:2

    We collaborate with those who share our mission of doing good for the ummah. Together, we amplify every effort to bring relief and hope to the most vulnerable.

  • Ihsan Excellence in all actions

    In every task, we strive for ihsan—doing our very best as though Allah is watching. This value compels us to act with sincerity, excellence, and constant improvement in every effort.

At a glance

Organization
Najam Institute Foundation Inc
Status
501(c)(3) nonprofit
Tax ID
83-4231488
Based in
Decatur, Georgia
Serving
Metro Atlanta, Georgia