Ibn ‘Abbas narrates, saying, “The Messenger of Allah (صلى الله عليه وسلم) was the most generous person, and he would be at his most generous in Ramadan because Jibril would come to him every night and he would study the Qur’an with him. Truly, when Allah’s Messenger (صلى الله عليه وسلم) would meet Gabriel, he would be more generous than a fleeting wind.” [Agreed Upon]

Who Are We?

Universal Academy of Florida (UAF) is a distinguished Private PreK-12th Islamic School located in the heart of Tampa, FL. Our mission is to teach our students the principles and practices of Islam and prepare them for academic success and good citizenship.

With over 830 enrolled students, we've become one of the fastest-growing private schools in the area. Alhamdolillah we are ranked among the top 15 best Islamic private schools in the country and top 6 private K-12 schools in Tampa Bay. UAF is accredited from FCIS (Florida Council of Independent Schools), Cognia, CISNA (Council of Islamic Schools of North America), and FKC (Florida Kindergarten Council).

The Purpose of our Fundraiser

We are reaching out to you with a heartfelt appeal for your support in a noble cause that holds immense significance for our community—the Islamic education of our future generations.The goal of this fundraiser is to create a pool of resources that will be dedicated to supporting families in need, allowing their children to continue their education at our school through our Tuition Assistance Program.

Our Tuition assistance program has helped hundreds of Muslim students in the last few years! Last year we were able to award over $80,000 towards our tuition assistance program to families with financial constraints. Families that will be receiving donations have already gone through a 3rd party and it was proven that their income is not enough to afford tuition. 

This upcoming school year, we had to raise our tuition to meet the costs and demands for much needed development and expansion. Our commitment to providing high-quality education requires ongoing investments in faculty development, cutting-edge resources, and innovative teaching methods, ensuring that our students receive the best possible education. Your support will not only provide financial assistance to deserving students but also reinforce the values of compassion and solidarity within our community.

What Will My Donation Do?

Your donations will go towards sponsoring students and help ensure that a quality Islamic education remains accessible to a diverse student population.The money donated will go to families who truly need tuition assistance and generous contributions will directly contribute to the Tuition Assistance Fund. No amount is too small, and each donation brings us one step closer to our goal of empowering every student in our community.

On the authority of Abu Hurairah (ra) that the Messenger of Allah (saw) said, ‘When a person dies, his deeds come to an end except for three: Sadaqah Jariyah (a continuous charity), or knowledge from which benefit is gained, or a righteous child who prays for him’. (Muslim)

Donating for the sake of knowledge is considered an act of Sadaqah Jariyah . When you donate for the sake of education you are investing in the hereafter. Your participation in this noble cause will undoubtedly leave a lasting impact on the lives of these students and the strength of our community as a whole.

May Allah reward you for all of your support and efforts. Imagine that the donation you give now can still help you after you pass and will continue to contribute to the good deeds in your life long from now. 

When Will the Tuition Assistance Program Go Into Place?

The tuition assistance program will help students for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year.