This blessed month is the perfect occasion to draw inspiration from the life of Hazrat Khadija bint Khuwaylid (RA), the first wife of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) and the Mother of the Believers. Her extraordinary generosity sustained the early Muslim community through its most difficult years and continues to guide British Muslims in turning faith into meaningful action during Ramadan.
To honor her legacy and make a real difference this month, consider supporting those in need through the RAMADAN APPEAL, a practical way to channel your sadaqah and zakat where it can bring the most relief and reward.
Hazrat Khadija (RA) was a respected and highly successful businesswoman in pre-Islamic Mecca, from a noble Quraysh family. She managed a prosperous caravan trade and was renowned for her wisdom, integrity, honesty, and kindness. She employed the young Muhammad (ﷺ), known throughout Mecca for his exceptional trustworthiness, and later proposed marriage to him when she was 40 and he was 25. Their 25-year marriage was filled with deep love, mutual respect, and a strong partnership. She became the very first person to accept Islam, believing in the Prophet (ﷺ) without hesitation at a time when the message faced fierce opposition.
Hazrat Khadija (RA) used her considerable wealth to provide vital support to the Prophet (ﷺ) and the small group of early Muslims during years of intense persecution and the severe Quraysh boycott. She supplied financial resources, food, shelter, emotional encouragement, and a safe home where revelation could descend peacefully.
The Prophet (ﷺ) often spoke of her devotion with great emotion, “She believed in me when no one else did; she accepted Islam when people rejected me; and she helped and comforted me with her wealth and her person when others abandoned me.” Her home became a sanctuary for the message of Islam, and her steadfast support ensured its survival in the most vulnerable period. Even after her passing on the 10th of Ramadan in the tenth year of prophethood, the Prophet (ﷺ) continued to honor her memory by keeping ties with her friends and relatives and never remarrying in her lifetime.
The life of Hazrat Khadija (RA) teaches several powerful lessons that resonate strongly during Ramadan. She viewed her wealth as a trust from Allah, using it selflessly to please Him and support His Messenger rather than accumulating it for herself. Her generosity required real sacrifice; she remained firm through boycott, isolation, and hardship, showing that true charity often involves personal cost and unwavering commitment. Her example proves that genuine faith must be accompanied by action; her immediate acceptance of Islam was followed by practical help, reminding us that belief and deeds go hand in hand.
Just as her sacrifices laid the foundation for a stronger Ummah, Muslims today can honor her legacy by supporting meaningful initiatives such as the Ramadan Appeal 2026, ensuring that their faith is reflected in real support for those in need.
As Ramadan 2026 continues, consider practical ways to incorporate Hazrat Khadija (RA)’s generosity into your daily routine, perhaps by setting aside a fixed daily sadaqah amount, volunteering at mosque iftar distributions, or encouraging family and friends to give together. Even small, sincere acts hold great value; the Prophet (ﷺ) taught that a smile is charity, and a handful of dates given with pure intention can outweigh mountains of wealth in Allah’s sight.
The Prophet (ﷺ) was the greatest example of generosity, and he increased his giving even more during Ramadan. Ibn Abbas states, “The Prophet (ﷺ) was the most generous of all the people, and he used to become more generous in Ramadan when Gabriel met him. Gabriel used to meet him every night during Ramadan to revise the Qur’an with him. Allah’s Messenger (ﷺ) then used to be more generous than the fast wind.” Reference: Sahih al-Bukhari 3554
This hadith beautifully links the intensified recitation of the Qur’an in Ramadan with heightened acts of charity, a practice many British Muslims follow with dedication. Another authentic narration in Sunan at-Tirmidhi emphasizes, “The best charity is that given in Ramadan,” underlining the multiplied rewards available for Sadaqah and support given during this sacred month.
In the United Kingdom, the Muslim community is widely recognized for its outstanding generosity. Recent estimates place the Muslim population at approximately 4.5 million, representing around 6.5% of the total population. British Muslims donate an estimated £2.2 billion annually to charitable causes, roughly four times more per person than the national average, as confirmed in reports such as the Equi analysis of British Muslim giving. This generosity peaks during Ramadan, with millions contributing their Zakat and Sadaqah in Ramadan to support both local and international causes.
Through initiatives like the Ramadan Daily Giving program by Al-Qulub Trust, this generosity funds local iftar programs in London’s diverse neighborhoods, food banks in Birmingham, community shelters in Manchester, and substantial international relief efforts. Mosques and charities transform into centers of compassion, strengthening UK Muslim charity efforts by distributing thousands of meals daily and sending aid to those in crisis worldwide, echoing the supportive role Hazrat Khadija (RA) played more than fourteen centuries ago.
At Al-Qulub Trust, we put this spirit of compassion into practical action with complete transparency. Operating a 100% donation policy for Zakat-eligible projects, the trust ensures every contribution reaches those in need directly, funding food aid, medical support, education, and emergency relief in vulnerable regions, including Palestine, Syria, Yemen, Sudan, Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Uganda. British supporters trust these initiatives to deliver real, lasting change, perfectly aligning with the selfless example of Hazrat Khadija (RA).
This RAMADAN provides a clear and direct way to follow in the footsteps of Hazrat Khadija (RA). Donations deliver hot iftar meals for families, monthly food parcels that preserve dignity during the fast, and essential supplies that allow people to concentrate on worship rather than worry about survival. A modest gift of £10 can provide a family meal at iftar, while £40 sustains a family for a full month of simple acts that carry immense barakah in this blessed time.
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