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A simpler way to apply for Zakat assistance

A clear, dignified way to apply for Zakat assistance.

See what you will need before you begin, move through each step at your pace, and choose which participating organizations receive your application.

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Third Pillar helps people apply for Zakat assistance through one private application they can choose to share with participating local organizations.

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Clear from the start

Know what to expect.
Move at your pace.

See the required questions and documents before you begin. Complete the application in manageable sections, understand why information is requested, and review everything before you submit.

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Less repetition—now and later

One application.
Less to repeat.

Choose where it goes.

Complete one application. When participating organizations are accepting applications for your ZIP, choose which ones receive it.

Come back with a head start.

Create an account to return to your application information later. Review and update what still applies, then complete a future Zakat application more easily.

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A clear path from start to submission.

  1. Know what to expect.See every required question and document before you begin.
  2. Complete the application.Move through clear sections at your pace, with plain-language help and visible progress.
  3. Check your ZIP.See which external participating organizations are accepting applications. If none is available, you may still submit to Third Pillar only.
  4. Review and submit.When organizations are available, nothing is shared with them until you choose, consent, and submit.
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Your information, shared deliberately

Clear choices.
Limited access.

Your application is not shared with an organization until you explicitly choose it, consent, and submit. Authorized staff at each selected organization can review what you submitted. One organization cannot see another organization’s private review notes or decision.

Participating organizations

Organizations currently participating.

See where participating organizations currently serve, then check which ones are accepting applications for your ZIP.

ZIP matching happens securely during the application, using current organization coverage and availability.

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Organization map

California coverage

Updated manually as organizations join.

California map with WVMA service areaAn approximate WVMA ZIP coverage area is highlighted in the South Bay.WVMAapproximate coverage
  • WVMAApproximate South Bay ZIP coverage
Approximate visual only. Enter your ZIP during the application to confirm current coverage securely.

For participating organizations

A clearer, more efficient way to receive and review applications.

Receive Zakat applications in one place, work through a clear review list, and keep submitted information, documents, statuses, and internal notes organized.

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When you are ready

Take the first step.
At your pace.

Begin an application

Review every requirement before entering personal information. When organizations are available for your ZIP, nothing is shared with them until you choose, consent, and submit.