Give Zakat in Cryptocurrencies
We now accept cryptocurrency donations!
If you’d like to donate using crypto, please email us at [email protected] for further details. Our team will provide you with the necessary information to complete your donation.
Thank you for your support!
Brothers In Need now accepts Zakat payments in Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other cryptocurrencies.
Some common questions about donations and cryptocurrencies.
We’re making it easier for the 21st-century believer to support those in need by embracing the latest technology.
If you owe Zakat on your crypto holdings, you can now pay it directly to Brothers In Need. Email us at [email protected] to receive the information needed to make the payment.
You can do that too. You can also give Sadaqah in cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum.
Yes, according to Islamic scholars, cryptocurrencies are considered Zakatable assets. You may pay 2.5% of your crypto holdings as Zakaat, or alternatively, donate the equivalent amount in your local currency. We recommend speaking to a qualified scholar for personalised advice on your Zakaat obligations.
Crypto transactions are recorded on the blockchain, which is a public ledger. While your identity is not directly linked to your transaction, blockchain records are transparent. For security and compliance reasons, we ask all donors to email us at [email protected] for further details on making a crypto donation.
Yes, we’ve selected a provider that we believe offers the best level of protection for our givers using two-factor authentication and AES encryption. As with all online transactions you should take care when entering your information and follow reasonable security measure with your personal information.
A unique feature of the Crypto currencies is that all transactions where funds move from one wallet to another are publicly visible in a public ledger that forms the basis of the Crypto system – called the blockchain.
Crypto values fluctuate, and the amount received by Brothers in Need will be based on the exchange rate at the time of the transaction. Once your donation is received, it will be used to support those in need as per our charitable mission.
If you are paying Zakaat on your crypto holdings, you can calculate 2.5% of your total holdings and donate that amount in crypto or its equivalent in fiat currency. For instructions on making a crypto donation, please email us at [email protected], and we will provide the necessary details.
For any questions about donating in cryptocurrency, please contact us at [email protected] . Our team is happy to assist you with the process and provide any necessary guidance.
