ICF Newsletter Jan 30 2025 | Exciting Events & Updates

Upcoming Events Summary

**Friday Youth Night (Boys and Girls)

Date**:         Jan 31st, 2025 - Every Friday
Time:         After Isha
Location:  ICF Irvington Ave, Fremont (ICF NOT MZ)
Pizza will be served

**Salah Practical Workshop

Date**:       Saturday, February 8th
Time:       After Zuhr
Location: Masjid Zakariya
Topic: How to perform Salah correctly with a practical demonstration.
Focus: Teaching the correct method of praying while addressing common mistakes people make. A female scholar will be present for the sisters session and demonstration.

Registration Open!

Bay Area Arabic Academy is a Fremont Unified School District (FUSD) and Newark School Unified (NUSD) approved Arabic language program for Junior and High School students.

Registration Link: https://forms.gle/wMtVpzDuBC8kfYGH7

Why BAAA:
WASC Accredited
Promote Arabic language and cultural heritage
10+ years in operation
Approved by FUSD and NUSD
300+ students graduated
Received recommendations from UC and CSU

~ Bay Area Arabic Academy Admin Team

IMRC Offers full-time paid positions, as well as stipend-supported Ramadan internship opportunities. Please see below positions.

Immediate Job Opening Operations Manager

Indian Muslim Relief & Charities (IMRC) is a 43-year nonprofit 501(c)(3) located in Mountain View, CA 94043. We work with teams of volunteers across the US, and a network of 100+ organizations to provide emergency relief, educational assistance and healthcare to Muslims and minorities in India.

We have an opening for an Operations Manager to fulfill the following key responsibilities:

Manage the daily operations of IMRC, including but not limited to:

• Staff supervision, workload management and of ALL HQ functions related to Finance, Marketing, Event Management, Donor Relations
• Ownership of all events (planning to execution and follow-thru) across the US
• Office management (Budget, IT systems, Supplies, Maintenance, Security)
• Donor relationship management (incoming and outgoing)

Enable nationwide volunteer recruitment, stewardship, engagement and retention 

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in a related field. MBA Preferred.
• Five years of management experience with strong project management background
• Strong leadership, decision making, planning and organizational skills; solid presentation, negotiation, problem solving, conflict resolution skills

Compensation: Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

To Apply: Please email a cover letter and resume to [email protected] and [email protected].
 

IMRC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color national origin, sex, age status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

Immediate Job Opening Events/Marketing Manager

Indian Muslim Relief & Charities (IMRC) is a 43-year nonprofit 501(c)(3) located in Mountain View, CA 94043. We work with teams of volunteers across the US, and a network of 100+ organizations to provide emergency relief, educational assistance and healthcare to Muslims and minorities in India
We have an opening for an Events/Marketing Manager to fulfill the following key responsibilities:

Event Planning & Execution:

• Develop and implement event plans, including timelines, budgets, and logistics for a variety of events such as fundraising banquets, iftar dinners, donor events, speaker workshops, and community outreach events.
• Coordinate all logistics for all Major Conferences, incl. booths at ISNA/ICNA.
• Oversee all event logistics incl. securing event venues, catering, speakers, AV/Tech and other necessary vendors.
• Manage overall events budget and track expenses, ticket sales and reporting
• Assist with event setup, breakdown, and on-site logistics
• Travel to Major Conferences and US-based events as needed

Marketing & Communications:

• Assist in developing marketing materials for events, including event flyers, newsletter announcements, invitations and social media posts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in related discipline
• Past experience in event planning, marketing and communications required
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.

Compensation: Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
To Apply: Please email a cover letter and resume to [email protected] and [email protected]
 

IMRC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color national origin, sex, age status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

RAMADAN SERVICE OPPORTUNITY FOR MUSLIM STUDENTS/VOLUNTEERS

IMRC (Indian Muslim Relief and Charities) is a 43-year old organization based in Mountain View, CA providing Education, Healthcare, Orphan Support and Water Wells to Muslims in need in India. We have an exceptional Service Opportunity for Students/Volunteers in the Bay Area to be a part of this noble cause during the holy month of Ramadan.

The Help Needed

1. 1. Set-up tabletop IMRC information counters at Bay Area Masajids before/after Jumma prayers, and before Taraveeh prayers at least twice a week during Ramadan; Hand out brochures and flyers; Provide verbal updates to interested people; Request scans of QR codes and/or fill out pledge forms. Specific Bay Area Masajids will be assigned to individuals/teams
2. Where possible, talk for 3-5 minutes at least once a week during Ramadan before  Taraveeh, after coordinating any needed permissions from Masjid management.

Free 1:1 Training and Materials will be provided for each  student/volunteer
Need-based Token ex-gratia stipends may be provided

Requirements
1. Must possess a car and valid driving license; must be over 18 years of age
2. Commute allowance of 0.70 cents/mile per IRS 2025 rate, will be provided for travel to/from assigned Masajids in the Bay Area only on days when this help is provided.

In-person Interviews commence in early February. Selected students will be Trained and equipped with Materials by mid-February.

To Apply: Please email IMRC Trustee: Ishrat Hakim at [email protected]

 Correcting the Call: A Practical Adhan Workshop

Did you know that most people dont call the Adhan correctly? Many struggle with pronunciation, elongation, and the proper Sunnah method without realizing it.

This interactive, hands-on workshop will help you correct and perfect your Adhan so you can call to prayer the way it was meant to be.

Together, we will practice proper pronunciation, elongations, and the essential etiquettes of a Muadhin. Youll receive real-time guidance and feedback to ensure your Adhan is delivered with clarity, beauty, and precision.

This workshop is for everyonewhether youve never called the Adhan before* or you already do but want to improve it.

 *Sign up now:*
 https://forms.gle/323MNU55REroBmr96

Assalaamu Alaykum Wa Rahmatullahi Wa Barakatuhu Community Members!

Starting Dec 9th 2024 the three halls (Gym Areas) will be CLOSED for public.

The following services will still continue to be offered.

• The daily 5 times prayers
• Jumuah Salah
• The Fiqh and Tafsir class
• Community events will still continue in Masjid Zakariya in the ILM Academy classrooms and in the prayer halls(as appropriate).

We kindly ask for your patience as there will be some inconvenience to the musallis

We request all community members to make dua and pray for the successful completion of this project.

Construction | Jan 30 2025
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