Zakat House of Kuwait

The establishment of Zakat House in 1984 was to facilitate work on collecting and distributing Sadaqa and Zakat. It works on collecting and distributing Zakat and charities by the best, most efficient, and legally permissible ways that suit the rapid developments and the needs of society within Kuwait along with the Muslim countries abroad.

Based on several engagement and meetings between UNHCR Kuwait and Zakat House, they showed interest in projects that empower the youth through education. UNHCR Kuwait signed an MoU with the Zakat House of Kuwait in May 2000 which entails providing support for UNHCR humanitarian activities and programs. The Zakat house of Kuwait financial contribution to UNHCR has been consistent for 4 consecutive years benefiting over 100,000 families in more than one country, including Mauritania, Yemen, Pakistan, and Afghanistan, they have established different partners in the Middle East.