Fitrana

The Fitrana payment has its roots in the second year (2H) after the Holy Prophet’s PBUH migration from Mecca to Madinah which marked the beginning of the Islamic lunar calendar. The ruling for Fitrana occurred in Sha’ban, the eighth month of the Islamic calendar.

Those exempted include orphaned children and individuals who cannot meet the minimum amount and/or do not own enough food, water, or shelter to meet their basic needs on Eid day.

The payment of Fitrana (or Zakat-ul-Fitr) is only permitted to any of the eight groups mentioned in the Surat Al-Tawbah, which are:
* Those less fortunate
* Anyone in need
* Those who are permitted to collect Zakat
* Anyone who has refound Islam
* Slaves or those in bondage
* Those who are in debt
* Sadagah
* Stranded Travellers

No, FOIH and IHHN are separate organizations. IHHN operates a vast network of free hospitals and clinics in Pakistan, providing quality healthcare to underserved communities. FOIH (Friends of Indus Hospital, USA) is a registered nonprofit in the United States that raises funds and awareness to support IHHN’s humanitarian healthcare initiatives.

Absolutely not. Indus Hospital & Health Network is a completely free-of-cost healthcare provider that has never charged patients for medical treatment or services.

You can donate online, by mail, or through monthly giving programs. Click here  to explore ways to donate to FOIH.

You can sponsor patient treatments, contribute to active healthcare campaigns, or donate your Zakat, Sadaqah, or general charity, click here! to view current campaigns

IHHN follows strict Shariah-compliant Zakat guidelines. All patients are assessed by welfare officers to confirm Zakat eligibility as defined by qualified Shariah scholars. Eligible patients’ treatments are funded through Zakat, while others receive care through Sadaqah or general donations. Post-treatment, internal billing is completed for Zakat account settlements.

Yes, FOIH accepts Fidya donations, ensuring your contribution supports patients in need of essential medical care.

Yes, you can volunteer at IHHN during your visit to Pakistan. Simply fill out the volunteer form or contact us at info@foihus.org to get started.

Yes, donations made through Friends of Indus Hospital qualify for an official U.S. tax-deductible receipt. Friends of Indus Hospital, Inc. is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, and an IRS-compliant tax receipt is automatically issued to your email upon successful completion of your donation.

Yes. All contributions made by American donors are processed in USD, ensuring accurate tax reporting and no unexpected currency conversion fees.

Your Zakat and Sadaqah are distributed according to Islamic principles and directed to eligible programs that support patients and families in need. All donations are processed through secure, encrypted American payment systems, ensuring full safety and compliance.