American Donors Continue Supporting Qurbani Project for Cambodian Muslim Communities Through Zakat Foundation of America

Pursat Province: On the occasion of Eid al-Adha (Hajj Festival) 27 May 2026, donors from the United States, through the Zakat Foundation of America, continued to support the Qurbani Cattle Project in Cambodia to share the joy of the blessed occasion and help ease the living conditions of underprivileged Cambodian Muslim families.
The project was implemented through the Cambodian Muslim Media Center in cooperation with local authorities, mosque committees, and community leaders to ensure that the distribution of Qurbani beef was conducted smoothly, fairly, and reached those most in need.

During the slaughtering and distribution ceremony held in Beng Dangkiab Village, Kanchor Commune, Kandieng District, Pursat Province, many Cambodian Muslim families received Qurbani meat with great joy and expressed their gratitude to the donors for sharing their compassion and care with communities in Cambodia.

Speaking at the event, H.E. Dr. Sles Nasy, President of the Cambodian Muslim Media Center, stated that the Qurbani project is not merely about distributing meat but also reflects the spirit of humanitarianism, compassion, and brotherhood among Muslims around the world, especially through sharing with those facing economic hardship.
He emphasized that the Cambodian Muslim Media Center and the Zakat Foundation of America have collaborated on numerous charitable initiatives in Cambodia, including Qurbani projects, Ramadan food distribution, mosque and school construction, and various humanitarian programs that have been carried out continuously for many years.
H.E. Sles Nasy expressed his profound appreciation to the donors and the Zakat Foundation of America for their continued support of the Cambodian Muslim community. He noted that helping one another during difficult times and sharing resources are noble human values and are in line with the humanitarian principles of Islam.
He also encouraged beneficiaries to continue promoting unity, patience, and mutual assistance within their communities, stressing that solidarity and cooperation are essential foundations for social development and harmonious living.

The beneficiaries who received the Qurbani meat expressed their happiness and sincere gratitude to the donors, noting that the assistance not only helped improve their livelihoods but also provided moral support and reassured them that they have not been forgotten by society or by their Muslim brothers and sisters around the world.