Build a House of Allah in Chicago

Donation Refund Policy

Donation & Refund Policy – Jamia Masjid Chicago (same isolated style)
Updated 01 January 2026

Donation & Refund Policy - Jamia Masjid Chicago

Jamia Masjid Chicago values transparency, trust, and responsible stewardship of all donations. This policy explains the nature of charitable contributions and our refund practices in accordance with Islamic principles and U.S. nonprofit regulations.

1. Nature of Donations

All donations made to Jamia Masjid Chicago are considered voluntary charitable contributions and are given for religious and charitable purposes, including but not limited to:

  • Masjid construction and maintenance
  • Islamic education and programs
  • Community services and outreach

As donations are typically used immediately to support ongoing operations and programs, all donations are non-refundable, except as outlined below or where required by law.

2. Refunds Due to Errors

If a donor believes a mistake has occurred, such as:

  • An incorrect donation amount
  • A duplicate transaction
  • An unintended recurring donation

The donor must contact us within 30 days of the transaction.

Requests will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis, and if approved, any refund will be issued to the original payment method only.

Contact for refund requests:

3. Designated & Restricted Funds

Zakat & Restricted Donations • Zakat donations are maintained in a separate account • Zakat funds are distributed strictly in accordance with Shariah principles • Zakat contributions are not used for administrative or construction purposes unless Shariah-permissible Donors are encouraged to designate Zakat donations at the time of giving clearly.

4. IRS & Tax Considerations

Jamia Masjid Chicago is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

  • Donations may be tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law
  • Refunds (if issued) may impact the donor’s tax records
  • Donors should consult a tax professional for personal tax advice

5. Policy Updates

This Donation & Refund Policy may be updated periodically to reflect:

  • Legal requirements
  • Operational changes
  • Best practices for nonprofit governance

Continued use of our donation services constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Scroll to Top