Fitrana Lebanon 2025

Pay Fitrana
(Zakat ul Fitr)




Pay Fitrana before Eid-ul-Fitr prayers with GRF

£5 per person

 

Fitrana is the cherished tradition of helping those in need during the blessed month of Ramadan. A £5 donation must be paid before Eid prayers. Ibn `Abbas (may Allah be pleased with him) reported: “The Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) ordained Zakat ul-Fitr [Fitrana] to purify the fasting person from indecent words or actions, and to provide food for the needy. It is accepted as Zakat for the person who gives it before the Eid prayer; but it is a mere Sadaqah for the one who gives it after the prayer.” - Abu Dawud and Ibn Majah. Fulfil your Islamic duty and donate your Fitrana with GRF.

What is Zakat ul Fitr (Fitrana)?

Zakat ul-Fitr (also known as Fitrana or sometimes Sadaqatul Fitr) is a charitable donation of food that must be given before Eid-al-Fitr prayer, before the end of the month of Ramadan, for the love of Allah. Zakat ul-Fitr is a religious obligation upon every self-supporting adult Muslim who has food in excess of their needs, on behalf of themselves and their dependents.

This form of charity given purifies our fasts during the holy month of Ramadan and must be given within a set time frame - before Eid prayer. Fitrana is extremely important for the Muslim community as a whole, as it allows the beneficiary to consume a nutritious meal.

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Who is obligated to pay Fitrana (Zakat ul Fitr)?

Any Muslim who has food in excess of their needs must pay Zakat ul Fitr (Fitrana). Unlike Zakat, it is a duty on everyone in your household. Therefore, the head of the household, or parents and guardians, can pay this obligatory donation on behalf of other members of the family and feed vulnerable communities in need that may be experiencing conflict, poverty or the effects of natural disasters.

How does Zakatul Fitr help the needy?

It allows vulnerable families around the world to take part in Eid celebrations and enjoy the spirit of this time. Thanks to your Fitrana donations, families are able to eat nutritious hot meals including staple food items. They can have basic necessities that everyone has a right to.

During Eid 2025, your Zakat al-Fitr donations reached families living through the Gaza crisis, as well as Syrian and Palestinian refugees in Lebanon. Donate now and help poor families in hardship.

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Fitrana FAQs

Find out more about Fitrana (Zakat-al-Fitr) below.

How much is Fitrana in the UK?

Fitrana is a fixed cost of £5 in the UK in 2025. This is deemed the cost of a staple food item for a person.

Note: Zakat-al-Fitr is a fixed amount and does not vary from person to person. Donors should multiply this amount by the number of persons they are paying Zakat al-Fitr for. For example, if you are giving for 3 people, you should multiply £5 by 3 and give a total of £15.

Who can I give Fitrana to?

Fitrana must be given to the poor and needy before Eid prayer. You can pay Fitrana donations through a trusted charity such as Global Rahmah Foundation, who will distribute your donations to those in need.

Can you give Fitrana to family?

No. Fitrana cannot be given to individuals that the person paying already holds responsibility for.

What happens if you don't pay Fitrana before Eid prayer?

If you pay Fitrana before Eid prayer, it counts as Zakat and if it is paid after Eid prayer, it is considered Sadaqah. As we eat delicious Eid meals, giving the charitable payment before Eid ensures that families can also enjoy meals during the festive time.

Is Zakat al-Fitr only given in Ramadan?

Yes. Zakat al Fitr donations, or Fitrana, are only given during the holy month of Ramadan. Zakat al-Fitr cannot be given outside of this time period. If you would like to donate outside of Ramadan, you can support families through our range of appeals. Simply browse through our website to find a suitable appeal you would like to support.

How do I pay Fitrana?

You can easily pay Fitrana with GRF. Simply enter the Fitrana amount you wish to pay (ensuring you have paid £5 Fitrana per person) and proceed to checkout. It only takes a few minutes to make sure you have given Zakat-ul-Fitr and helped families receive food provisions.

Can I donate Eid gifts?

Yes! You can donate an Eid gift with GRF for just £15. Alongside food distribution projects, we recognise the opportunity we have to give disadvantaged children a slice of childhood they may not otherwise receive. Alongside food and basic needs, children also want to have fun and deserve to enjoy Eid, which is why we distribute Eid gifts every year.

Which other types of charity can you give in Ramadan?

In Ramadan 2026, you can donate many different types of charity, including Zakat and Sadaqah, which can be given all year round. You can also give:

  • - Fidyah - Give if you are unable to keep your fasts and will be unable to keep them in the future due to a legitimate reason, such as a chronic illness
  • - Kaffarah - Give if you have deliberately broken a fast without a valid reason or broken a promise

These donations help fulfil your Islamic duty while ensuring poor families receive access to essential items.

More Ways to Donate

Over the Phone

To donate over the phone, Call: 0161 302 7888 and ask for the fundraising team

By Cheque

To donate by Cheque, please make it payable to Global Rahmah Foundation and send us to: Unit 21, Waters Edge Business Park, Modwen Road, Salford, Manchester, M5 3EZ

By Bank Transfer

To donate by Bank, please use account name Global Rahmah Foundation Sort code: 30-90-89 Account Number: 26800563