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Muslims in the Eastern Suburbs Sydney desperately need your help to build a mosque and we need to reach the target of 1.85 million dollars.


Islamic Society Of UNSW needs your help to build the first Masjid 🕌 in Eastern Suburbs, Sydney. Help us raise $450,000!

Assalamualikum 👋,

Since its establishment in 1969, the Islamic Society (ISOC) has been entrusted by the University of New South Wales as the official Muslim student association (MSA) to provide services and facilities for the Muslim community. Under the virtues of “Faith, Unity, Peace”, ISOC provides not only for the students and staff members, but also locals residing within the Eastern Suburbs and beyond. The community at ISOC is very diverse with an ethical demographic made up of cultures from all corners of the world and it is here at ISOC that many of our members have discovered and benefitted from the cross-cultural friendships that they have built and continued to treasure.

Currently, our permanent facilities on campus include event and prayer rooms and ablution facilities. Larger congregations like the Friday Jummah prayers take place weekly in a dedicated indoor sports hall at the university gymnasium while the Eid prayers take place in a nearby event space to accommodate the large crowds.

Eid Prayer at Round House UNSW by ISOC UNSW

ISOC UNSW Quran class for the young members of the Community

Dr Samir Mahmoud Lecture at ISOC UNSW

Sheikh Soner Coruhlu Lecture at ISOC UNSW

ISOC UNSW Ramadhan Iftar in a packed room

However, with a steadily increasing Muslim population in the Eastern Suburbs (mashaAllah!), we have often found it difficult to accommodate. Thus, we have taken it upon ourselves to help cater to the needs of the community by building the first mosque in the Eastern Suburbs — and we cannot do it without YOU!

To date, we have managed to secure a property at the price of 1.8 million dollars and have raised over 1.2 million dollars in a campaign that has been running over the past several years since the intention has been made. We have to pay off the remaining sum of $450,000.


The Mosque will not only help the Muslims of today but also Muslims of the future who pray there and YOU will get the reward for it insyaAllah. So please, brothers and sisters, give what you can. We are SO CLOSE to achieving our goal and YOU can help us get there! May Allah accept your goodwill and charity and increase you abundantly!


"The example of those who spend in the way of Allah is just like a grain that produced seven ears, each ear having a hundred grains, and Allah multiplies (the reward) for whom He wills. Allah is All-Embracing, All-Knowing." [2:261]


"Abu Hurairah (r.a.) reported Allah’s Messenger (s.a.w.s.) as saying: “Charity does not in any way decrease the wealth and the servant who forgives, Allah adds to his respect; and the one who shows humility, Allah elevates him in the estimation (of the people)". (Muslim Vol. 4, Hadith 6264)


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The Islamic Society Of UNSW2 years ago

Majid update July 2023

As Salaamu ’Alaikum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuh,

We have a thrilling update to share about the Masjid Project, and we couldn't wait to tell you all about it!

Instead of writing a long blurb, we invite you to watch this brief video, where we share the progress, achievements, and next steps of the Masjid Project.

Keep us in your prayers and Donate generously.

Jazāk Allāhu Khayran





The Islamic Society Of UNSW2 years ago

ISOC Eastern Suburb Masjid ? Update Jun 23

As Salaamu ’Alaikum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuh,


Alhamdulillah! Our masjid 🕌 project is making tremendous progress. Watch the latest video below. We have raised over $1,900,250 so far, bringing us closer to our goal. InshaAllah, the mosque will open soon.


As we enter the blessed month of Dhul-Hijjah, don't miss the opportunity to earn extra rewards during the first ten days of Dhul-Hijjah through simple good deeds. Sadaqah, a virtuous act of giving, purifies our wealth.


Thank you for your support! Together, we are achieving remarkable milestones. May Allah bless you abundantly. 🙏"

 
Jazakum Allahu Khairan,

 


ISOC UNSW Team


The Islamic Society Of UNSW3 years ago

ISOC Eastern Suburubs Masjid update

As Salaamu ’Alaikum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuh,

 

We are super excited 🙌. Wondering why?


Alhamdulillah, We are making great progress with our masjid 🕌 project. Check out the most recent video.


Your support helped us achieve these amazing milestones, and we at ISOC UNSW would like to say a huge THANK YOU! 🙏.


Please keep us in your prayer, donate generously and spread the word as much as possible to help us achieve our goal!
 

 
Jazakum Allahu Khairan,

 

ISOC UNSW Team

The Islamic Society Of UNSW3 years ago

ISOC Eastern Suburubs Masjid update and Ramadan appeal

As Salaamu ’Alaikum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuh,


We know that many excellent charities are reaching out for your support, so in these final days, We'd like you to consider a gift that may serve as a Sadaqa Jariya, making tremendous impact on your scales and helping to transform our communities for generations to come...


As you seek the Night of Power in these blessed days, please give Sadaqa Jariya to build Majid with ISOC.


With a simple brick donation you will help an entire community ensure they have a place to worship Allah. So every time someone prays in that masjid, holds a halaqah, takes a shahadah, you will inshallah be also rewarded. 

 

"Uthman ibn Affan reported: The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, said, Whoever builds a mosque for Allah, Allah will build for him a house like it in Jannah." (Ṣaḥīḥ al-Bukhārī 450, Ṣaḥīḥ Muslim 533)

 

Don't miss out on this great opportunity to increase your rewards and build your home in Jannah.

 

The best charity is the one that continuously benefits the people long after it has been given and the one that multiplies for you in the next life!

 

Your support is vital to our project and appreciated beyond worldly measure. Earn Allah's shade on the Day of Judgement and build your home in Jannah now!

 

This is a pivotal time where we need your financial support.

 

May Allah (swt) increase you in your sustenance and may He (swt) accept your good deeds in this Blessed Month!
 
Jazakallahu Khairan,

 

ISOC UNSW Team



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The Islamic Society Of UNSW3 years ago

ISOC Eastern Suburubs Masjid update January 2022

Assalamu Alaikum Warahmatullah Wabarakatuh,


Despite an incredibly tough year for all of us, especially with COVID, a global recession and unrest throughout the worldWe’re thrilled to announce that the Settlement of the purchase is in place, and the ISOC, Madina Pty Ltd owns the property, Alhamdulillah 🎉. 


We were able to accomplish this by securing a Qard Hasan (loan) of $450000, and we require to pay it off by the end of 2022. Our new year resolution is to pay off the loan and construction cost, and we cannot do it without you.


As we embarked on the year 2022, we also want to look back share the highlights.


    • 26 July 2019 ➡️ Deposit of $750,000.00 paid and the Contract for sale was exchanged.
    • 22 December 2020 ➡️ Bayside council approved on the premises as a place of worship operating from 4:30 AM to 10:00 PM seven days.
    • 12 December 2021➡️ The construction Certificate was officially obtained.
    • 21 December 2021➡️ Settlement of the purchase is in place and the property is now owned by ISOC, Madina Pty Ltd.

Your support helped us achieve these amazing milestones during this past year, and we at ISOC UNSW would like to say a huge THANK YOU! 🙏.

In addition to the key achievements, there are a few dates that we are looking forward to are,


    • 10 January 2022: Construction scheduled to begin.
    • End May 2022: Expected date for completion of the Masjid construction.

Lastly, the financial position statements of the Eastern Suburb Mosque Project, till December 2021, can be found here.


Please keep us in your prayer, donate generously and spread the word as much as possible to help us achieve our goal!

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Direct deposit or transfer:
Bank: Commonwealth Bank
Account Name: The Muslims Office of UNSW
BSB: 062 303 Account No: 1080 0701 
For Overseas Transfer
SWIFT Code: CTBAAU2S


May Allah protect you and your loved ones in this difficult time, Wasalam.


The Islamic Society Of UNSW4 years ago

ISOC Eastern Suburbs Masjid Update

As salaamu alaikum wa rahmatullah wa barakatuh,

It's been a tough year for the ISOC Eastern suburbs Masjid. However, we are making every effort to fulfil our dream of having a mosque as the community hub. We wanted to update you with the latest developments of the Masjid project - we are excited to announce that we are targeting to commence construction in the last quarter of 2021 insha'Allah.


Following Development Approval (DA) late last year, we are now making every effort to obtain a Construction Certificate (CC). We are currently tendering the works and consulting with builders to confirm a final scope and price to progress to the next stage of this exciting development for our community.


We have obtained the following documents with the assistance of multiple consultants as follows:

  • Architectural drawings & specifications
  • Structural design and certification
  • Civil Engineering drawings and certification
  • Acoustic Report
  • Section J (Energy compliance) Report
  • Building services such as Electrical, Security & Audio Visual, Mechanical
  • BCA Compliance
  • Fire Safety Compliance
  • Traffic Advice
  • Landscape Design
  • Private Certifier engaged

We hope you are excited too as we are. Please remember us in your Dua'a.


Please donate generously and spread the word as much as possible to help us achieve our goal: $450,000.


May Allah protect you and your loved ones in this difficult time, Wasalam.


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