IQRA Masjid Expansion

Urgent Appeal: Help IQRA Masjid Secure Its Expansion – Time is Running Out!

Assalamu Alaykum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuh,

Since 2014, IQRA Masjid has been a vital part of our community, transforming a former nightclub into a thriving place of worship and learning. Over the years, we have steadily expanded to meet the growing needs of our community, but we’ve now reached a critical point.

Alhamdulillah, we have secured the property next door, which is crucial for continuing to serve the increasing number of worshippers, students, and families. This expansion is not just an opportunity – it is essential for our masjid’s future, and now we need your support to complete it.

A Look at IQRA Masjid’s Growth:

2014: The masjid was established with a vision to create a space for prayer and community.

2016-2017: We completed prayer halls for both men and women, accommodating 350 worshippers. Our madrasa began with just 8 students.

2021: The ground floor was converted into additional prayer space, raising capacity to 450 worshippers, and our madrasa grew to 150 students. A youth club was also launched.

2023: A multi-purpose hall was developed for youth activities, and the madrasa now serves 224 students. Yet, we have over 100 children on the waiting list due to limited space.

Why This Expansion Matters:

Our community is growing, and with the neighboring property now secured, we have the opportunity to expand the masjid further to meet this demand. However, we urgently need to raise £200,000 within the next 8 weeks to complete this project.

With this expansion, we will be able to:

Increase salaah capacity by 125+ additional spaces.

Add 5 new madrasa classes, allowing us to enroll over 100 more students.

Build a larger, more comfortable ladies prayer and wudu area.

Expand our community iftar gatherings during Ramadan.

Enroll the students currently on our waiting list for Islamic education.

The Need is Urgent – Your Support is Vital

Without your help, this property – and all the potential it holds – will slip through our hands. We cannot afford to lose this opportunity.

The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said, “Whoever builds a mosque for Allah, Allah will build for him a house like it in Paradise.” (Sahih al-Bukhari). This is your chance to leave a lasting legacy for generations to come.

The Prophet (peace be upon him) also said, “Charity does not decrease wealth.” (Sahih Muslim). By giving generously, you will be investing in your akhirah and helping to build a house of Allah that will benefit the entire community.

We only have 8 weeks to raise £200,000. Please act now and help secure the future of Iqra Masjid. Every donation, no matter the size, brings us closer to reaching our goal. May Allah reward you immensely for your generosity.

Sponsor a Musallah for £250 and help us create more prayer spaces for our growing community. Each musallah you sponsor will serve as a place of worship, and the rewards of your contribution will continue for as long as it is used, insha’Allah.

Donate Now and Earn Sadaqah Jariyah

Jazakum Allahu Khayran for your urgent support.

This is the online fundraising of the expansion campaign, we also accept donations through other methods. For alternative ways to contribute, please contact one of the brothers listed below.

Salman Sheikh: 07459328263

Aadil Badat: 07544084530

Arish Mushtaq: 07426499648

Maulana Hussain: 07853935100

Umar Daraz: 07866661140

For bank transfer:

Bank: Barclays

Name: IQRA Community Centre

Sort Code: 20-60-58

Account Number: 83354229

Charity Reg: 1167048