Looking to give Sadaqah, pay Zakat, donate food, or support a good cause in Qatar? There are several trusted organisations and official channels where you can donate safely.
The safest way to give is through official websites, apps, approved donation portals, bank services, or verified collection programmes.
In Qatar, donors should use licensed charities and official channels regulated or recognised by the relevant authorities, including RACA-approved charitable organisations.
What is Sadaqah?
Sadaqah is voluntary charity. It can be given at any time, in any amount, and for many causes, such as helping families, feeding people, supporting students, funding healthcare, or donating useful items.
Zakat is different from Sadaqah. Zakat is an obligatory form of giving for eligible Muslims, while Sadaqah is voluntary.
Qatar Charity is one of the most recognised charitable organisations in Qatar, supporting a wide range of local and international humanitarian projects. Donors can contribute to causes such as food aid, emergency relief, orphan support, education, healthcare, water projects, housing, and seasonal campaigns.
It also offers different ways to give, including Sadaqah, Zakat, project-based donations, and in-kind donations through its Tayf programme.
How to donate
- Donate through the Qatar Charity website
- Use the Qatar Charity mobile app
- Choose a campaign or project page
- Pay Zakat through its Zakat section
- Donate clothes, furniture, electronics, toys, books, and other acceptable items through tayf.qa.
Qatar Red Crescent Society is one of Qatar’s major humanitarian organisations. It focuses on emergency relief, medical aid, disaster response, and support for vulnerable communities in Qatar and abroad.
It is a strong option for donors who want to support urgent humanitarian needs, healthcare-related projects, or relief campaigns during crises.
How to donate
- Donate through QRCS official donation channels
- Choose an active QRCS campaign
- Use approved QRCS collection points
- Donate through Commercial Bank’s charity-payment service, if you are a Commercial Bank customer
Eid Charity Association supports charitable and humanitarian projects in Qatar and abroad. Its work includes social welfare, food aid, family support, healthcare, education, orphan care, and seasonal campaigns such as Ramadan and Eid initiatives.
It is useful for donors who want to browse different donation categories and choose a cause that matches their intention.
How to donate
- Donate through the Eid Charity website
- Choose a donation campaign or category
- Use its Zakat or Sadaqah options
- Check current Ramadan, Eid, or seasonal campaigns
4. Education Above All Foundation
Education Above All Foundation focuses on access to education and learning opportunities. It supports education-related programmes, student assistance, scholarships, and projects that help children and young people continue their education.
This is a good choice for donors who want their contribution to support learning, student development, and education access.
How to donate
- Donate through the Education Above All donation portal
- Choose a specific education project
- Use one-time or recurring donation options, where available
- Select Sadaqah options if listed on the portal
5. Zakat Fund / Zakat Affairs Department
The Zakat Fund, officially the Zakat Affairs Department, operates under Qatar’s Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs. It is included here because many people searching for charity and donation options in Qatar also want to know where they can pay Zakat officially.
While Sadaqah is voluntary, Zakat is an obligation for eligible Muslims. The Zakat Fund provides an official government-linked channel for Zakat services, including Zakat calculation, payments, guidance, and assistance-related services.
How to donate
- Use the Zakat Affairs Department website
- Use the official Zakat Affairs mobile app
- Use bank account details listed through official Zakat Fund channels
- Use SMS donation options listed through the official app
6. General Directorate of Endowments / Awqaf
The General Directorate of Endowments offers donation and Waqf options for people who want to support long-term charitable benefit. Waqf is different from a regular one-time donation because it is intended to create ongoing benefit over time.
Its endowment categories may include mosques, healthcare, family care, education, scientific development, and Quran and Sunnah-related causes.
How to donate
- Donate through the official Awqaf website
- Use the “Endow Now” options
- Choose an endowment category, such as mosques, healthcare, family care, or education
7. Afif Charity
Afif Charity supports humanitarian and development programmes, with a focus on helping people through education, health, empowerment, and social support. Its work is suitable for donors who want to contribute to long-term development as well as direct aid.
The organisation has an official donation portal where donors can choose a programme and complete the donation process online.
How to donate
- Visit Afif Charity’s donation portal
- Choose a programme
- Enter donor details
- Complete payment online
Hifz Al Naema is known for collecting surplus food and redistributing it to people in need in Qatar. It is especially useful after events, gatherings, weddings, corporate functions, or family occasions where extra food may otherwise go to waste.
The organisation also accepts certain usable household items, such as clothing, furniture, electrical items, and electronics, depending on what is currently accepted.
How to donate
- Contact Hifz Al Naema before donating cooked food
- Donate surplus food or dry food
- Donate clothes, furniture, electrical items, or electronics if accepted
- Arrange collection or delivery through official channels
Qatar Cancer Society works on cancer awareness, prevention, patient support, advocacy, and research in Qatar. Donations can help support awareness campaigns, health education, patient-focused initiatives, and community programmes.
It is a meaningful option for donors who want to support healthcare-related giving and cancer-focused causes
How to donate
- Donate through Qatar Cancer Society’s official portal
- Choose an active campaign
- Support listed fundraising projects
10. Dreama – Orphan Care Center
Dreama supports orphan care in Qatar by helping provide care, protection, and social support for children. It also works on family stability, foster care support, and social integration.
How to support
- Contact Dreama through its official channels
- Check for current campaigns or volunteering options
- For direct orphan-support donations, check recognised charities such as Qatar Charity or Eid Charity
11. Qatar Society for Rehabilitation of Special Needs
Qatar Foundation for Rehabilitation of Special Needs supports people with disabilities and their families in Qatar. Its work includes rehabilitation, inclusion, social support, activities, and community services.
How to support
- Contact the organisation directly through its official website
- Check for active campaigns or support options
- Support verified disability-related campaigns by recognised charities
Tips before donating
Use official channels only
Donate through official websites, apps, recognised bank services, approved campaign links, or verified collection points. This helps make sure your donation reaches the right place.
Choose the right type of giving
Before donating, decide whether your contribution is Sadaqah, Zakat, Waqf, food support, medical aid, education support, or an in-kind donation.
Keep proof of payment
Save confirmation messages, receipts, or transaction records, especially for online donations and bank transfers.
Giving in Qatar is simple, accessible, and meaningful. Whether you donate a small amount online, pay Zakat through an official channel, support an education campaign, contribute to emergency relief, give food after an event, or donate items you no longer need, every act of giving can make a difference.
The key is to donate through trusted and official channels, choose a cause that matters to you, and make sure your contribution reaches people who can truly benefit from it.
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