Help Us Strengthen Faith, Friendship, and Community at Indiana University
The Muslim Student Association at Indiana University Bloomington is more than a student organization; we are a family. It’s a place for hundreds of students to find community, faith, and friendships while away from home. From Friday Halaqas filled with chai (tea) and conversation to community iftars, where Muslim and non-Muslim students come together to break bread, MSA is a place built on love, unity, and purpose.
Why We Are Fundraising
Each semester, we organize dozens of events that provide intentional moments and enhance our presence on campus. Your donations go directly to identifying and hosting events, as well as providing resources (food, space, supplies) so that we can ensure everyone has an opportunity to participate.
Where Your Donations Go
Welcome Back BBQ - $1,100
Our biggest event that allows new and returning students to establish community over freshly grilled food - with laughter.
Funds cover meat ingredients, grills, plates, and drinks.
Bonfire at the Lake – $469
A beloved tradition at MSA — students meet for games, smores, then engage in a lakeside halaqa while under the stars.
Costs go to Lake rental, food, and supplies.
Friendsgiving – $1,500
Thanksgiving-style potluck helping us remember to be thankful and giving, especially to those who are far from home.
Costs go to food, room reservations, and décor.
Interfaith Iftar – $2,700
One of our most impactful events, where students and faculty who do not share our Muslim faith join us in observing responsibly the month of Ramadan, and learn about the faith we practice.
Cost go to meals for the hundreds we serve who come, and the space for the event.
Benefit Dinner – $3,000
An official event we raise funds for purposes of humanitarian crises that arise, most specifically anywhere in the world there is conflict or "capital h" humanitarian needs, such as Sudan and Palestine.
Costs go to the catered meal food, guest speakers, and venue fees.
Halaqas and Chai - $500
Weekly events that bring about spiritual growth and a connection to brotherhood/sisterhood.
Costs go to chai, snacks, and shared meals.
Senior Sendoff – $665
A heartfelt event to celebrate graduating students and their impact on our community.
Costs go to food, lake rental and activities.
Other Events
- 3v3 Basketball Tournament – $250
- Pickleball tournament – $166
- Meet a Muslim tabling – $350
- IUSG Iftar – $1,000
- Freshmen Welcome Event – $85
- Other Expenses (for additional food/supplies and things that arise) – $3,500
Why it Matters
Every dollar you can donate helps support and continue paving the way for us to build this safe, faith-centered community. For many of us, MSA has been place we not only developed confidence in our faith, learned about leadership, but build friendships that would last a lifetime.
To begin with, your help allows us to:
- Welcome new Muslim students at IU with open arms
- Share our faith in Islam with love and understanding
- Serve those who are in need with a charity and outreach
- Celebrate our faith together year after year
If you cannot donate, please share this campaign - each share, has an impact and makes our message become more meaningful.
Thank you taking time to be a part of the journey and for your support of MSA at Indiana University in Bloomington. We will continue to build a legacy at IU, more importantly, Unity, Service, Faith, together on campus.
Organizer and beneficiary
Majid Chaudhry
Beneficiary