Your Child's Aqeeqah: Gratitude to Allah & Food for the Needy
Welcome your child into this world by expressing your gratitude to Allah and following the beautiful Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. The Aqeeqah is a blessed sacrifice, continuing the legacy of Prophet Ibrahim and modeled by the Prophet ﷺ when he offered it for his grandsons, Hasan and Husayn.
By donating your Aqeeqah through the Hürrem Sultan Foundation, you are not only fulfilling a Sunnah but also providing vital nourishment to the poorest families, orphans, and refugees. This act of giving safeguards your newborn, brings blessings to their life, and multiplies your reward.
Aqeeqah Donation Options
Our field team ensures that only healthy, well-cared-for animals are selected, strictly adhering to Islamic Sharia standards:
- Aqeeqah for a Girl (1 Sheep): $100 Celebrate the birth of your daughter by offering one sheep in accordance with the Sunnah.
- Aqeeqah for a Boy (2 Sheep): $200 Celebrate the birth of your son by offering two sheep, providing double the meals for families in need.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Aqeeqah is a profound expression of gratitude to Allah for the blessing of a newborn child. It also promotes social solidarity by providing food to the poor and those in need.
Additionally, it serves as a means of protection for the child, as the Prophet ﷺ said: "Every child is mortgaged to his Aqeeqah."
It is highly recommended to perform the Aqeeqah on the seventh day after the child's birth.
If it is delayed, it can also be performed on the 14th day, the 21st day, or at any later time, as the matter is flexible.
Yes, you may perform the Aqeeqah yourself or appoint a trusted charitable organization to carry out the sacrifice and distribute the meat to those in need on your behalf.
Online donations are also considered a valid form of proxy authorization.
The Aqeeqah is carried out in regions facing severe poverty and food insecurity, based on carefully planned humanitarian efforts.
The fresh meat is then distributed directly to those most in need, including orphans, refugees, and underprivileged families.
The animal must meet the same requirements as a Qurbani (Udhiyah) sacrifice:
- It must be from permissible livestock such as sheep or goats
- It must reach the required age
- It must be completely healthy and free from defects or diseases
Your Aqeeqah will be completed within 2 to 3 weeks from the date of your donation.
Once the process is completed, you will receive a confirmation via SMS or a visual report documenting the sacrifice performed in your child’s name.
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