12 months, compared to £165 for the wider UK population.
The researchers saw this across all income brackets and it rose to its highest amongst those earning between £75,000-£100,000.
Muslims in the UK are also twice as likely as the British average to raise money via
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community events and via personal challenges such as running marathons, the report says.'
'Outside of monetary donations, 17% of British Muslims said they volunteered in person last year, compared to 11% of overall respondents.
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More were also involved with community organizations, 13% compared to 7%.
...Donations to food banks and charity shops were at similar high rates across the general population.
Implications for British charities
Itani said: “Giving to others in charity is a fundamental
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pillar of Islam, with Zakat as obligatory giving on those who can afford it and also the giving of voluntary charity being highly encouraged.”
“Each year, particularly during Ramadan, we see the British Muslim community give millions to causes both within the UK and abroad.
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“It is important to see the value and contribution of UK Muslims to civil society widely recognised and for donors to also understand how powerful their giving can be.
“MCF encourages all donors to give smartly and safely to ensure that their donations create
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maximum impact for those in need.
“For charities engaging with the Muslim community it is important to be transparent and strategic in their engagement to ensure that there is a strong donor relationship built on trust and long-lasting impact.”
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Audubon Ballroon (he/him)