“It is not their meat nor their blood that reaches Allah. It is your piety that reaches Him.” Surah Al-Hajj (22:37)

Have you ever wondered what actually happens after you give your Qurbani donation? Where does the meat go? Who receives it? And does it truly make a difference to the families waiting on the other side of the world? Your Qurbani donation is one of the most powerful acts of worship in the entire Islamic calendar. When given through a trusted charity like Al Firdous, it does far more than fulfil a religious obligation. It changes lives in ways you may never have imagined. This Eid ul Adha, your Qurbani reaches families in Bangladesh, Gaza, Pakistan, Nigeria, Rohingya refugee camps, Yemen, Greece and right here in the UK. These are families who would otherwise spend Eid without a single meal of meat on their table. Here are five ways your donation makes a real and lasting difference.

What Is Qurbani and Why Does It Matter?

Qurbani, also known as Udhiya, is the annual Islamic act of sacrifice performed during Eid ul Adha, the Festival of Sacrifice. It commemorates the remarkable act of submission by Prophet Ibrahim, who was willing to sacrifice his son Ismail in obedience to Allah’s command. Allah replaced Ismail with a ram at the last moment. Every year, Muslims around the world honour this act of faith by sacrificing an animal and distributing the meat to those in need.

Qurbani is wajib, meaning obligatory, for every adult Muslim who possesses wealth above the Nisab threshold and is not travelling at the time of Eid. The meat must be divided into three equal portions. One portion is for the family, one for friends and relatives, and one for the poor and needy. When you donate your Qurbani through Al Firdous, your entire share for the poor is delivered directly to the most vulnerable communities across multiple countries. This ensures the spirit and legacy of Prophet Ibrahim lives on through your act of giving.

The Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him, said: “The son of Adam does not do any deed on the Day of Sacrifice that is more beloved to Allah than shedding blood. It will come on the Day of Resurrection with its horns, its hair and its hooves, and the blood will be accepted by Allah before it reaches the ground. So be content when you do it.” (Ibn Majah)

Way 1: Your Qurbani Feeds Hungry Families During Eid

For families living in extreme poverty across Bangladesh, Pakistan, Gaza, Nigeria, Yemen and beyond, meat is not a regular part of their diet. Many of these families go entire months, sometimes years, without eating meat at all. For them, Eid ul Adha is not a celebration of abundance. It is a quiet reminder of what they cannot afford.

Your Qurbani donation changes this completely. When Al Firdous distributes fresh Qurbani meat directly to vulnerable families on Eid day, it is often the first time their children have tasted meat in many months. It is not just a meal. It is dignity. It is the feeling of being included in the global celebration of Eid that every Muslim family deserves to experience.

In Bangladesh alone, millions of families live in overcrowded conditions with daily struggles around food poverty, climate disasters and limited income. Your Qurbani reaches rural and flood affected communities who would otherwise spend Eid with an empty table.

In Gaza and Palestine, where conflict and blockade have pushed families to the edge of survival, your Qurbani meat arrives as both physical nourishment and emotional relief. It is a reminder that the global Ummah has not forgotten them.

Fresh meat is distributed directly to families on Eid day. Priority is given to orphans, widows and the elderly. Distributions take place across Bangladesh, Gaza, Pakistan, Nigeria, Yemen and Rohingya camps. One hundred percent of your Qurbani donation reaches those in need with zero deductions for administration.

Way 2: Your Qurbani Supports Orphans and Widows

Among the most vulnerable people in the world are orphaned children and widows. Without a father or husband to provide for them, these families are often the first to go without during Eid celebrations. The Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him, specifically urged Muslims to care for both groups throughout his teachings.

Al Firdous prioritises orphans and widows in every single Qurbani distribution. Across Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nigeria, Rohingya refugee camps and Yemen, our trusted local partners identify the most vulnerable households. These are families led by widowed mothers, children in orphan care, and elderly individuals living with no support network. They receive their Qurbani meat first.

The Prophet, peace be upon him, said: “The one who cares for an orphan and I will be together in Paradise like this.” He held his index and middle fingers together. (Sahih al-Bukhari)

In Yemen, where 80 percent of the population is in desperate need after years of devastating conflict, widows and orphaned children make up a significant portion of those most at risk. Your Qurbani reaches them directly, quickly and with full accountability from our local teams on the ground.

In the Rohingya refugee camps, families displaced from their homes in Myanmar live in conditions of extreme hardship. An Al Firdous Qurbani distribution brings Eid to communities who had almost given up on the idea of celebration entirely.

Way 3: Your Qurbani Brings Hope to Refugees and Displaced Families

Across the world, millions of people have been forced to flee their homes because of war, persecution and famine. They arrive in refugee camps and foreign countries with nothing at all. No home. No income. No community around them. Eid ul Adha for a refugee family living in a tent or a temporary shelter is a painful reminder of everything they have lost.

Al Firdous works in two of the most significant refugee situations in the world. The first is Greece, where thousands of refugees from Pakistan, Somalia, Afghanistan, Iraq, Iran, Nigeria, Sudan and other conflict affected countries are stranded. They are waiting for asylum, living in overcrowded camps, and struggling to maintain any sense of dignity and normal life. Al Firdous delivers Qurbani meat and essential aid to these communities, bringing the warmth of Eid to people who are desperately in need of it.

The second is the Rohingya community, one of the most persecuted minority groups anywhere in the world. Displaced from Myanmar and living in vast refugee settlements, the Rohingya community receives your Qurbani as a lifeline of hope. It is also a symbol of belonging. It tells them that they are part of the global Muslim family and that they have not been forgotten.

Qurbani is distributed in Greek refugee camps and across Rohingya settlements. Families from multiple nationalities and backgrounds are reached. Dignity and human care are at the heart of every single distribution carried out by Al Firdous teams.

Way 4: Your Qurbani Helps Communities Rebuild After Crisis

In countries like Pakistan, Nigeria and Yemen, Qurbani is not just about a single meal on Eid day. It is about restoring hope to communities that have been shattered by floods, armed conflict and extreme poverty. It tells people that the world still cares about them even when they feel completely forgotten.

In Pakistan, Al Firdous is working on the ground following devastating floods that destroyed over 1,000 homes and took more than 250 lives. Families who have lost everything, including their homes, their livelihoods and their sense of security, receive Qurbani meat as part of a wider package of support. This includes clean water, food packs, shelter assistance and educational support for their children.

In Nigeria, over a decade of conflict has left countless communities without food, clean water, shelter or medical care. Many families have lost absolutely everything. Al Firdous delivers Qurbani meat alongside ongoing humanitarian programmes. The goal is to ensure that Eid brings not just food but a clear message of solidarity from the Ummah. You are not alone. We stand with you.

In Yemen, the scale of human suffering is almost beyond description. Years of conflict have left 80 percent of the population in desperate need, with families facing starvation, displacement and disease on a daily basis. Your Qurbani donation arrives as part of Al Firdous’s emergency response, delivering fresh meat to families who have been surviving on almost nothing for years.

Way 5: Your Qurbani Supports Vulnerable People Right Here in the UK

It is easy to think of Qurbani as something that only benefits communities overseas. But Al Firdous was born in Leicester and our commitment to those in need has always started close to home.

The United Kingdom is facing a growing crisis that too many people prefer not to talk about openly. Mental health struggles are rising sharply. Homelessness is increasing in cities across the country. Food poverty is real and growing, with millions of families relying on food banks just to get through the week. For Muslim families in the UK who are facing financial hardship, Eid ul Adha can feel like a painful reminder of what they cannot provide for themselves and their children.

Al Firdous runs an active local community programme in Leicester that ensures food support reaches vulnerable families right here at home. These are families struggling with poverty, isolation, mental health challenges and homelessness. Through our food bank, hot meal distributions and community hub, we make sure that Eid brings real joy to every doorstep, not just those overseas.

Because charity, as our Prophet showed us through his own life, begins with your neighbour.

How Al Firdous Is Helping Around the World

Al Firdous is working across multiple countries to deliver your Qurbani and humanitarian aid where it is needed most. Here is a summary of where your donation goes and what it does.

Every country in this table receives your Qurbani donation through Al Firdous trusted local partners. This ensures fast, direct and fully accountable delivery to those who genuinely need it most.

How Al Firdous Makes Your Qurbani Count

At Al Firdous, your Qurbani is handled with complete care, transparency and accountability. We are a registered UK charity, number 1207010, based in Leicester. We have operated a 100 percent donation policy since our founding in 2012. This means every single penny of your Qurbani donation goes directly toward the animal sacrifice and its distribution to those in need. Nothing is taken for administration. Nothing is lost to overheads.

We work with trusted local partners in every country we operate in. These are people who know their communities, speak the local language and understand exactly which families are most deserving of support. Your Qurbani is not just a transaction. It is a trust. And Al Firdous honours that trust with full accountability at every step.

When you book your Qurbani with Al Firdous you can give with complete confidence knowing the following. Your sacrifice is performed by qualified individuals according to Islamic guidelines. Meat is distributed fresh to the most vulnerable families on Eid day. Orphans, widows and refugee families are prioritised in every distribution. Your donation is fully eligible as Zakat and Sadaqah. You receive confirmation that your Qurbani has been completed.

FAQs

What is the difference between Qurbani and Udhiya?

Qurbani and Udhiya refer to the same Islamic act of sacrifice performed during Eid ul Adha. Qurbani is the term commonly used in South Asian Muslim communities. Udhiya is the classical Arabic term used in Islamic scholarship. Both describe the obligatory sacrifice of a livestock animal performed across the three days of Eid ul Adha.

Which countries does Al Firdous deliver Qurbani to?

Al Firdous distributes Qurbani meat in Bangladesh, Gaza, Palestine, Pakistan, Nigeria, Yemen, Greece and Rohingya refugee camps. Al Firdous also supports vulnerable communities locally in Leicester, United Kingdom. Distribution locations may vary each year based on need and on-the-ground conditions at the time.

Is Qurbani obligatory for every Muslim?

Qurbani is wajib, meaning obligatory, according to the Hanafi school of thought for every adult Muslim who possesses wealth above the Nisab threshold and is not travelling during the days of Eid ul Adha. According to other schools of thought it is a highly recommended Sunnah. Speak to your local scholar if you are unsure about your individual obligation.

How do I know my Qurbani has been performed correctly?

Al Firdous works exclusively with trusted local partners who carry out every sacrifice according to full Islamic requirements. This includes the animal meeting the correct age and health standards, the proper Islamic method of slaughter, and the fresh distribution of meat to eligible recipients on Eid day. Al Firdous provides confirmation to donors following each distribution.

Can I give Qurbani on behalf of a deceased loved one?

Yes. It is permissible and highly recommended to give an additional Qurbani on behalf of a deceased parent, spouse or relative. This is a beautiful and ongoing act of Sadaqah that benefits both you and your loved one. Simply mention when donating that the Qurbani is intended on behalf of a specific deceased person.

Give Your Qurbani Through Al Firdous This Eid

This Eid ul Adha, your Qurbani has the power to reach families across eight countries. From the flood plains of Bangladesh to the refugee camps of Greece. From the streets of Gaza to a struggling family right here in Leicester. Every sacrifice you make in the name of Allah is an act of worship that reaches further than you can imagine.

Al Firdous ensures that 100 percent of your Qurbani donation reaches those who need it most. Every sacrifice is carried out with full Islamic compliance, complete transparency and genuine human care. Do not let Eid pass without fulfilling this beautiful and important obligation.

Donate your Qurbani today at alfirdous.org.uk and let your sacrifice change lives this Eid ul Adha.

Al Firdous Organisation. Registered UK Charity No. 1207010. 100% Donation Policy.