Zakat Foundation™ Indonesia (ZFI) is a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering vulnerable communities through Zakat and other forms of charitable giving. The foundation was established in 2003 and has since been working towards the betterment of the less fortunate in Indonesia.
The year 2021 was a challenging one for Indonesia due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, which affected millions of people across the country. Despite the challenges, ZFI continued to provide much-needed assistance to those in need. In its annual report for 2021, ZFI highlighted its efforts in various areas, including healthcare, education, and economic empowerment.
Healthcare:
ZFI's healthcare initiatives focused on supporting the health needs of vulnerable communities, including providing COVID-19 relief. The foundation distributed personal protective equipment (PPE) to frontline workers, including healthcare professionals and volunteers, and helped set up COVID-19 testing facilities in underserved areas.
In addition, ZFI provided healthcare assistance to people with chronic illnesses, such as cancer and kidney disease, who were struggling to afford medical treatment. The foundation also supported vaccination drives and raised awareness about the importance of getting vaccinated.
Education:
ZFI's education initiatives aimed to provide children from underprivileged backgrounds with access to quality education. The foundation provided scholarships to students, including those studying in Islamic boarding schools, and provided financial support to schools in need.
ZFI also provided digital learning materials and equipment to students who were studying from home due to the pandemic. The foundation helped set up online learning platforms and provided training to teachers to ensure that students could continue their education despite the challenges posed by the pandemic.
Economic Empowerment:
ZFI's economic empowerment initiatives focused on supporting low-income families and small businesses that were struggling due to the pandemic. The foundation provided financial assistance to families who had lost their sources of income, including those who were self-employed or working in the informal sector.
ZFI also provided microloans and training to small businesses to help them recover and grow. The foundation supported women entrepreneurs and provided training in various areas, including business management, marketing, and financial literacy.
Overall, ZFI's efforts in 2021 helped thousands of people across Indonesia. The foundation distributed over 10,000 PPE kits, provided healthcare assistance to more than 6,000 people, and supported over 2,000 students through scholarships and digital learning materials. ZFI also provided financial assistance to over 1,000 families and supported over 500 small businesses through microloans and training.
In conclusion, Zakat Foundation™ Indonesia's annual report for 2021 highlights the foundation's commitment to empowering vulnerable communities through Zakat and other forms of charitable giving. Despite the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, ZFI continued to provide much-needed assistance to those in need. The foundation's initiatives in healthcare, education, and economic empowerment have made a significant impact on the lives of thousands of people across Indonesia.