“The one who cares for an orphan and myself will be together in Paradise like this,” and he held his two fingers together to illustrate (Sahih Bukhari).
The Journey
The children of Gaza have endured unimaginable hardship. They’ve lived through war, displacement, and trauma that no child should ever face. Amid the rubble of conflict, their dreams are often overshadowed by a daily struggle for survival. But together, offered them a glimmer of hope—a journey of healing and faith.
Sacred Dreams: Umrah for Gaza’s Young Hearts was an initiative by As-Salaam Foundation to take Gazan orphans, currently residing in Jordan, on a life-changing pilgrimage to Makkah. These children, who have lost so much, had the opportunity to stand before the Kaaba, seek Allah’s mercy, and find solace in the sacred rites of Umrah.
11 orphans were sponsored in Jan 2025 on this sacred journey.
Why it Matters
For these young hearts, Umrah was not just a physical journey; it was a spiritual reprieve from the weight of their trauma. It was a chance to step away from the pain of their past and experience the beauty of faith and unity with the global Muslim community.
Alhamdulillah, we set out clear objectives and met them, these included:
- Healing Through Faith: Standing in the sacred precincts of the Haram, these children found moments of peace, where they poured their prayers and struggles to Allah, seeking His mercy and guidance.
- Inspiring Resilience: The experience reminded them that they are not alone, that their ummah stands with them, and that their future holds promise beyond the pain they’ve endured.
- Spiritual Growth: The journey helped nurture their hearts, connecting them deeply to Allah and strengthening their resolve to overcome life’s challenges.
The Rewards You Earned for Caring for Orphans
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said, “I and the caretaker of the orphan will be in Paradise like this,” holding his two fingers close together.
This powerful reminder underlines the immense reward for those who support orphans and bring joy to their lives. By contributing to this project, you invested in the hereafter and gave these children the gift of hope.
Sacred Dreams 2026 is Coming
In 2026, we will be repeating this journey gain, aiming to sponsor 50 orphans on this sacred journey, covering their travel, accommodation, meals, and other essential costs.
- £50 can provide meals during their journey.
- £100 can cover transportation costs.
- £250 can sponsor half the journey.
- £500 can fully sponsor one orphan’s Umrah.
Join us in giving these children a moment of peace, a sanctuary of hope, and a chance to feel the warmth of the ummah’s care.
More details regarding this appeal will follow in due course.
May Allah reward you abundantly for your generosity and make you a companion of the Prophet (peace be upon him) in Paradise.
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: "I and the person who looks after an orphan and provides for him, will be in Paradise like this,” putting his index and middle fingers together."
