Helping young men and women get married is a noble cause. Learn how Zakat can facilitate Halal unions.
Updated for 2025
Marriage is half of faith. In many societies, poverty prevents young people from getting married, leading to social issues. Zakat can be a powerful tool to remove financial barriers to marriage.
The bride or groom (whoever is receiving the Zakat) must be eligible for Zakat (Poor/Needy) and unable to afford the basics.
Zakat funds should cover necessary expenses (Nikkah, basic furniture, modest meal), not extravagant parties or luxury halls.
The money or goods must be given into the ownership of the recipient. You cannot just pay the catering hall directly without their consent.
Zakat can be used to provide the following essential items for a needy couple:
Islam prohibits forced dowry demands. Zakat should NOT be used to satisfy the greedy demands of the groom's family for luxury items (TV, Fridge, Car). It should only be used to help the bride with genuine necessities for her new home.
Calculate your Zakat and help a deserving couple today. Ensure you verify they are truly needy first.
Yes, absolutely. If your maid is poor, helping her daughter get married is a great use of Zakat.
It is better to give the cash to the family so they can decide how to spend it. If you pay the hall, ensure you have their permission (Wakalah).
Generally, Zakat is for needs, not luxury. Small gold earrings might be acceptable in some cultures as savings, but buying heavy gold sets is not appropriate for Zakat funds.