New Muslim Transitional Housing
Because Shahada is just the beginning…
“The Prophet, SAW, was asked, “Which charity is best? He replied: That which you give while you fear poverty.”
“They ask you (O Muhammad) what they should spend in charity. Say: ‘Whatever you spend with a good heart, give it to parents, relatives, orphans, the helpless, and travellers in need. Whatever good you do, God is aware of it.’” – The Holy Quran, 2:215
OUR MISSION
Masjid Al Farooq’s New Muslim Transitional Housing (NMTH) program exists to provide safe, faith-centered housing and holistic support for newly converted Muslims.
Often these new Muslims face homelessness, family rejection, or hardships.
We are committed to ensuring that no new Muslim is left alone after Shahada.
We are offering them a stable Islamic environment, spiritual guidance, and essential resources to build a dignified, self-sufficient life.
DID YOU KNOW?
Every year, newly converted Muslims in Chicago are kicked out of their homes, disowned by their families, and left with nowhere to go, simply because they chose Islam.
Rejected by Family
She took her shahada with trembling hands only to come home to a locked door.
Many of our brothers and sisters are disowned the moment they embrace Islam. No farewell. No second chance. Just silence.
Locked out of their homes.
They lose everything in an instant, housing, safety, the only life they’ve known.
With nowhere to go, some new Muslims often sleep in cars, shelters, or on the street. Simply because they chose faith over comfort..
Held by faith.
And yet they hold on.
With no one else, they cling to prayer.
They walk into the Masjid barefoot, tearful, and hoping that someone will notice.
Starting Over with Nothing
No suitcase. No savings. Just a heart full of hope.
New Muslims arrive with only the clothes on their back and a quiet dua that someone, somewhere, will help them rebuild from the ground up.
At Masjid Al Farooq, we offer more than a roof. We offer a way forward.
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WHAT WE PROVIDE
We currently operate 5 transitional houses with a 6th in progress insha Allah, serving both brothers and sisters who have no other support system after accepting Islam.
Starting in 2011, Masjid Al Farooq’s Outreach Committee purchased two halfway houses to host and shelter new and homeless Muslims, one for sisters and one for brothers.
Due to the increasing demand in the following years, we purchased three more halfway houses to provide our sisters and brothers a safe, Islamic environment, Alhamdulillah.
Each house hosts up to 6 individuals, creating a small, supportive, family-like environment.
WHAT LIFE LOOKS LIKE INSIDE
This isn’t just a shelter, it’s a spiritual and community-based transition to a new life. Every resident commits to:
✔ Daily prayers at the Masjid (at least 2 times a day).
✔ Thursday & Monday fasting, with group iftar meals.
✔ Jumu’ah every Friday
✔ Islamic classes
Brothers: Thursday Evenings
Sisters: Saturday Evenings
✔ Volunteering to clean and maintain the Masjid.
✔ Attending weekly lectures from local Imams.
YOUR DONATION HELPS COVER:
Gas, Electric & Water
Food & Groceries
Property Maintenance
This Is Zakat. This Is Sadaqah. This Is Community.
These brothers and sisters are eligible for 3 categories of Zakat.
Help us maintain our current homes and open more doors for those waiting.
✔ Housing duration: 6 months.
✔ With effort and progress, it can be extended to 12 months.
✔ Residents receive job and apartment search support
This Is Zakat. This Is Sadaqah. This Is Community.
Masjid Al Farooq 8950 S. Stony Island Ave., Chicago, IL 60617
Contact Us
Phone: (773) 359-4730
Email: contactus@mafchicago.com
Website: www.mafchicago.com