In Islamic and Iranian culture, helping others has always had a special place. Words like charity, charity, and endowment are often heard, but many people do not understand the difference between these concepts. Understanding these concepts correctly can help us to take a more conscious step towards helping those in need and create the greatest impact.

What is charity?

Charity means giving a portion of one’s wealth or resources to others for the sake of Allah. It is not limited to money; it can also include time, knowledge, energy, smiles, and even love. The Holy Quran has repeatedly emphasized the importance of charity and considered it a way to purify the heart and increase blessings in life.

Characteristics of charity

• It is broader than charity and endowment
• It can be both financial and non-financial
• Its main intention is to please God and help His servants

What is waqf?

An endowment is a permanent dedication of a portion of property for charitable purposes. For example, a person may endow a house or land with the proceeds going to charity. An endowment is the most lasting form of contribution to society, and its impact can last for generations.

Characteristics of Waqf

• It is permanent and permanent
• It requires specific and significant assets or properties
• It can be spent in various areas such as education, health, or care for the needy

The difference between charity, sadaqah and waqf

Charity: A more general concept that includes both charity and waqf.

Charity: Small, everyday contributions to meet the immediate needs of individuals.

Waqf: Allocation of assets for lasting, long-term goals.

Simply put, charity is a drop in the ocean of charity, and waqf is a river flowing along the path of charity.

Conclusion

Charity is a broad and fundamental concept that also encompasses charity and endowment. If charity meets the needs of the needy today, endowment will guarantee their future. A society in which the culture of charity is alive will be a society full of empathy, kindness, and progress.

Vahdat Charity works with the aim of supporting mentally disabled girls and has been on the path of charity, charity, and even endowment for years. In addition to care and rehabilitation, this charity has provided a suitable platform for public participation so that each person can contribute to supporting these loved ones with their financial or non-financial donations.

You too can join us on this charitable path by donating some of your time, energy, or assets to Vahdat Charity and create a brighter future for mentally disabled girls.