Ramadan Mubarak | Ramadan Moonsighting Update
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salaam alaykum,
I hope you and your families are doing well, insh'Allah. I wanted to share some important announcements regarding the month of Ramadan and our programs at the Islamic Center.
Moonsighting\Crescent Update
For those who follow a local moonsighting opinion, the Moon-Sighting Committee of the Council of Shia Muslim Scholars of North America announces that Saturday, March 1st, 2025, will be the first day of the Holy Month of Ramadan, 1446 A.H. for the entire region of North America. This determination is based on the fact that there were verified sightings of the crescent moon by the naked eye at sunset on Friday, February 28th, 2025 in different regions of North America.
Your Continued Support
For more than 25 years, the IC has been providing free nightly iftars and an array of services to the entire community through the generous support of individuals like you. This Ramadan, we are expecting to host 700 to 800 people at a minimum, with some nights likely having that many more. Our estimated cost per night this year is $9,400.
In addition, we have so many a unique volunteer experience that you can get involved in, plus contributing to our bake sale that will go toward supporting marginalized communities, details of which will ensue in the upcoming days.
Please see the links below and, of course, feel free to reach out with any questions.
Laylatul Qadr Programming
As the month of Ramadan has now been verified, for those who follow the Shia tradition, please note the following important dates:
- Tuesday, March 18th; 19th Night of the Month of Ramadan
- Thursday, March 20th; 21st Night of the Month of Ramadan
- Saturday, March 22nd; 23rd Night of Month of Ramadan
Please see further communication regarding our Qadr night programming; which will include an all night prayer service on March 22nd.
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The month of Ramadan is such an incredible time of blessing and unique opportunity. Insh'Allah we will be amongst the people who maximize the nights and days and reach out ultimate potential by bounty and grace that is present within it. I'll be praying for you and your families, and you please do the same for us here at the Islamic Center.
- Faiyaz
SPONSOR A RAMADAN IFTAR!
One way to contribute to Ramadan at the Islamic Center is by covering the cost of one iftar. Every evening during Ramadan, we host between 600 - 800 people. If you can cover an entire night, part of a night, or gather a group of friends to get together and cover a night, we would greatly appreciate your support.
Just click the button below, select "Ramadan Fund" and enter the amount you would like to donate.
The Messenger of Allah (), said:
"Whoever helps break the fast of a fasting person, he will have the same reward as him, without decreasing anything from the reward of the fasting person."
Full Iftar: $9,400
Half Iftar: $4,700
SPONSOR A RAMADAN IFTAR AT THE IC
VOLUNTEER THIS RAMADAN
We need volunteers each night to help us make Ramadan a great experience for everyone.
There are many ways you can help, including bringing homemade or store-bought baked goods for our nightly bake sale! Just click the button below and choose the date(s) and time(s) you can volunteer. We look forward to sharing a great Ramadan with you!
VOLUNTEER WITH THE IC THIS RAMADAN
PROVIDE SWEETS FOR OUR BAKE SALE
ICNYU GREEN RAMADAN
BRING YOUR OWN WATER BOTTLE! ICNYU will be continuing with our Green Ramadan this year. In order to cut down on waste, we will not be providing cups. Please bring a reusable water bottle and do your part by helping us properly compost and recycle.
COMMUNITY ACCESS FORM
If you are not a current NYU student, faculty, or staff member, you must request in-person access via our Building Access Form before arriving. If the form is not submitted, you will not be able to enter the IC building.
Upon arrival, all visitors will be required to present a physical, government-issued photo ID to gain access to the IC building. Digital copies will not be accepted. No exceptions.
SUPPORT THE ISLAMIC CENTER
All of our programs and operations at the IC are run off on the generous contributions
of people like you. Be sure to make a tax-deductible donation this Ramadan!
Please consider making an online tax-deductible contribution today to help support the cost. Should you have any questions, feel free to email us at [email protected].