
What is Charitable Giving?
Charitable giving is an act of donating your money, time, or any worthy goods/resources to deserving members of society. Charitable donations can be made independently or dependently via a trust or charitable organization. The Charity has been going on for centuries, and its impact on our societies is undeniable. Empathy and sympathy are the key emotions that evoke feelings of compassion in an individual, which ultimately translate into charitable giving. We saw the impact of charitable giving during the COVID-19 pandemic and how it saved millions of lives worldwide. In this brief, we will discuss different types of charities and why it is important.
Why is Charitable Giving Important?
During tough times, one expects the state to step in and take care of all of its citizens. While the authorities try their best to provide relief to the citizens in distress, sometimes, the burden is just too big. That’s where civil society has to step in with its contributions in the name of charitable giving. If this sharing of burden doesn’t happen, millions will find it extremely hard to have that second chance in life that they desperately need after passing through a struggling phase.
Different Types of Charity
There are many types of charity, but in this brief, we are going to discuss some of the most popular ones only to give you an idea about how you can chip in to the flood relief program. Here are some types of charities for your consideration.
Christmas Charity
Christmas is one of the most anticipated events on the calendar, and Christmas charity is even more so. There are special campaigns and initiatives launched every Christmas so that everyone can join in the blessings of this festival. Christmas charity plays a significant part in bringing a smile to the faces of people in distress.
Thanksgiving Donations
Thanksgiving is an excellent way of expressing our gratitude for the blessings that we are endowed with. It is also an excellent opportunity to extend our helping hand to those in distress. Thanksgiving donations are a perfect way of doing that. Thanksgiving donations can be directed toward the accomplishment of different campaigns and causes.
Ramadan Charity
Ramadan is the most sacred month in the Islamic calendar. Muslims try their best to attain as many blessings of Allah SWT as they can. Ramadan charities like Zakat, Sadaqah and other charitable giving types given during Ramadan are a great source of help for people passing through tough financial situations. Indeed, Ramadan charity is one of the most beautiful things about the Islamic financial system.
Dhul Hijjah Donations
Just like Ramadan charity, Dhul Hijjah donations are yet another excellent way of reaching out to people needing financial assistance for different purposes in their life. Whether it is a matter of meeting the ends or funding medical treatment, or any other reason, Dhul Hijjah donations can prove instrumental in the provision of the needed financial assistance.
Eid-al-Adha Donations
Eid-al-Adha donations are made so that the underprivileged members of society can enjoy the blessings of the holy festival of Eid-al-Adha. It is possible to make these donations directly or indirectly. One can try finding a deserving candidate in the neighborhood or donate to a charity or trust organization that directs Eid-al-Adha donations toward welfare and relief activities. One such reputable option that is up for your consideration is Transparent Hands. We will talk a bit more about it in a minute!
Muharram Donations
Muslims donate generously during the month of Muharram. These Muharram donations are made in remembrance of the great sacrifice that Imam Hussain (AS) and his companions made for Islam. Again, like the rest of the types of charitable giving, Muharram donations are also one fine way of lending a helping hand to people needing it in challenging times.
Donate Through Transparent Hands
Transparent Hands is Pakistan’s biggest web-crowdfunding portal that is helping underprivileged patients in the country. It lends a helping hand to these patients by providing them with free medical and surgical treatments, conducting free medical camps and raising awareness about different health concerns in Pakistan. Through the Transparent Hands crowdfunding portal, donors can donate to any cause or campaign that appeals to their hearts. They are regularly updated on the status of their donations. One hundred percent transparency is a hallmark feature of this organization’s affairs. Donate to Transparent Hands with any type of charitable giving that you are planning to give soon and play your part in providing relief to people in distress!
Conclusion
So, that would be all from this brief. Of course, this isn’t an exhaustive list of different types of charities by any means. We wish we could have gone on and discussed a few more charitable giving types. Unfortunately, we have run out of time and space we had for this brief. Nevertheless, we are optimistic that you are a lot wiser on the subject of charitable giving and that this brief will serve as inspiration for you to donate more this year. It is on this optimistic note that we bid you farewell from this brief!