Financial Aid (Zakat) is an Islamic obligation ordained to establish social welfare and strengthen the sense of brotherhood and sisterhood among the Muslim community. It is an important service provided by ICO to cater to members of our Muslim community who are in need of financial help and support. Applications for financial aid are accepted and reviewed on a regular basis by the Zakat Committee.
In order to apply for Zakat, applicants must complete the ICO Zakat Application form linked below. Along with the zakat form, applicants must submit the following 6 supporting documents:
1. Driver’s License/ID
2. Copy of the 1st page of your previous year’s tax returns (State/Federal)
3. Proof of residence (Recent utility bill, lease agreement, or mortgage statement)
4. Last 3 paychecks received
5. Canceled Check/Money order for rent/housing
6. Last 3 months’ bank statements
Once completed, the ICO Zakat Form and supporting documents should be emailed to zakat@icorlando.org. Please allow a minimum of 7 days for a response. At the discretion of the ICO Zakat committee, applicants may be called in for an in-person interview to further determine eligibility. If you have any questions, or after 7 days you do not hear a response, applicants can call our office at 407-238-2700.