Inability to fast due to old age or chronic illness According to Islamic teachings, if a person is too old or has a chronic illness that prevents them from fasting during the month of Ramadan, they are required to feed one poor person for each day missed. This is based on a verse from the Quran, which says that those who can do so must "feed a poor person". If the illness is permanent and there is no hope of recovery, feeding a poor person with half a saa’ of dates, rice, wheat, or other local staple food for each day is permitted. A saa' is approximately one and a half kilograms. However, if there is hope of recovery, then it is obligatory to make up for the missed fasts once the person has recovered. It is important to note that taking this alternative approach of feeding people experiencing poverty is only allowed for those who are genuinely unable to fast due to old age or chronic illness. Anyone healthy and able to fast should do so, as it is one of the pillars of Islam.

The "ransom for missed fasts " is a form of financial donation that Qatar Charity facilitates. Qatar Charity collects these donations and distributes them fairly and effectively to those in need worldwide. Thanks to these efforts, individuals in need can receive support that helps them overcome financial and social challenges, which in turn enhances solidarity and cooperation in society. This reflects the values of giving and tolerance associated with the holy month.

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Projects Completed

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Supported Countries

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Persons Served

This ransom involves making up for any missed days of fasting and donating to feed people experiencing poverty

Frequently Asked Questions



Qatar Charity implements charitable and development projects, including housing for the poor, digging wells, providing clean water, health, education, and fighting poverty, in additionly to relief projects during disasters and crises.



A private project is a project that the donor chooses to fully self-fund either by installments or paying the full amount at once.



You can do so through Qatar Charity's website or mobile application. You can also approach the nearest collector to you or head to one of our branches to choose the project of your preference.



You will receive a report of your project via your email. You will also get constant updates on the progress phases of your project. You may reach out to any collector, branch of Qatar Charity, or call our Donor Services Center on 44290000 to get your project's report.



You may reach out to any collector, branch, or call our Donor Services Center 44290000 to inquire about the delay of your project report.