Ramadan
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This year, United Muslims is committed to helping as many brothers and sisters as possible observe this blessed month of Ramadan with dignity, love, and unwavering support. The Muslim ummah has faced immense trials and hardships over the last few years, but together, we can be a source of strength, hope, and healing. In 2026, more than ever, we need love, compassion, and unity to uplift one another. This Ramadan, let’s ensure that no one is left behind. Let’s stand together in faith, kindness, and community.
United Muslims will continue its efforts to feed the poor, shelter the homeless and uplift those suffering from mental health issues both at home and globally. With your generosity and our commitment, we will accelerate our efforts to reach more people this Ramadan. To ensure that you partake in the blessings of this month, we’ve prepared resources to help you calculate zakat and donate in a few simple steps. This is the best time to give, let’s make a difference together!
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Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar and a special time for fasting, reflection and worship. It is the month when the Quran was revealed to our beloved Prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon him). Muslims around the world come together, fasting from dawn to sunset and breaking their fast at the call to prayer. This blessed month brings us closer to Allah and fills our hearts with gratitude and kindness.
Each Ramadan is a gift and a reminder to do good and help others. From the peaceful nights of Tarawih to the powerful blessings of Laylatul Qadr, it is a time to renew our faith and strengthen our community. Giving Sadaqah, paying Zakat, and offering Fitrana are ways we can share Allah’s blessings.
At United Muslims, we are here to help you make the most of this holy month. Let us welcome Ramadan 2026 with open hearts by praying, giving and supporting one another. May Allah accept our fasting, our prayers and our charity.
Ramadan 2026 Calendar
Ramadan 2026 is expected to begin on the evening of Tuesday, 17 February 2026, and end on the evening of Wednesday, 18 March 2026, but the exact dates will depend on the sighting of the moon. In the United Kingdom, local moon sighting may place the start of Ramadan on Thursday, 19 February 2026, with Eid al-Fitr likely to fall on Saturday, 21 March 2026.
The Ramadan 2026 Timetable from United Muslims will help you stay organised with your fasting and prayers throughout the holy month. It will include sehri and iftar timings, as well as important dates such as Laylatul Qadr and Eid al-Fitr. Please note that the final version of the timetable will be released soon after the official moon sighting.
Since the Islamic calendar follows the lunar cycle, Ramadan occurs about ten days earlier each year. The month begins when Shaban ends, and this year, the first fast may fall on Tuesday, 17 February, or Thursday, 19 February 2026, depending on the moon’s sighting. At the end of Ramadan, Eid al-Fitr will be celebrated on the first day of Shawwal, which means Eid may fall on Wednesday, 18 March, or Saturday, 21 March 2026.
Pay Your Fidya this Ramadan: A Second Chance for Your Ramadan Fast
Fidya is a compassionate solution in Islam for those who are unable to fast during Ramadan due to health issues or old age. If you are unable to observe your fasts, paying Fidya allows you to fulfil your religious obligation while helping those in need. By providing meals to the less fortunate, you can still participate in the spirit of Ramadan and ensure no one is left behind.
Fidya is calculated based on the cost of feeding one person two meals per day. In the UK, the current rate is £5 per missed fast, or £150 for the full month of Ramadan 2026. To make it easier for you, we have prepared a Fidya calculator and a dedicated Fidya page where you can learn more and make your contribution.
Kaffarah: Rectifying Missed Fasts this Ramadan with Purpose
Kaffarah is a way to seek forgiveness if you intentionally miss or break a fast during Ramadan without a valid reason. By giving Kaffarah, you uphold the sanctity of Ramadan while providing food and support to the less fortunate. According to Islamic teachings, Kaffarah requires either fasting for 60 consecutive days for each missed or broken fast or feeding 60 needy people per fast.
To make it easy, we have calculated Kaffarah at £300 per missed fast based on the cost of feeding 60 people in the UK. Use our Kaffarah calculator and visit our Kaffarah page to learn more, calculate your amount, and make your payment easily.
Pay Your Zakat al-Fitr this Ramadan: A Gift of Unity Before Eid
Fitrana, also known as Zakat al-Fitr, is a mandatory charity given before Eid al-Fitr to purify our fasts and ensure that those in need can celebrate with dignity. It is an essential part of Ramadan, reminding us of the importance of generosity and community.
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Many ask about the set amount for Eid Fitrana. This donation is based on the cost of staple foods and is typically £5 per person in the UK. Every Muslim who can afford it must give Fitrana for themselves and on behalf of their dependents. To make giving easier, we have prepared a Fitrana calculator and a dedicated Fitrana page where you can easily learn more and complete your donation.
To make it easy, we have calculated Kaffarah at £300 per missed fast based on the cost of feeding 60 people in the UK. Use our Kaffarah calculator and visit our Kaffarah page to learn more, calculate your amount, and make your payment easily.
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Together, let’s make this Ramadan a turning point for many. Let your charity be the reason someone smiles, a hungry child is fed, and a family sleeps peacefully. Remember, in the eyes of Allah, no act of kindness is too small, and the rewards in Ramadan are boundless. Let’s embrace this chance to make a meaningful change and affirm the ties of brotherhood that bind us all. At United Muslims, we provide everything you need to observe Ramadan smoothly, from Ramadan Timetables and Zakat calculator to guides on Fidya, Kaffarah, and community giving. Let’s come together to make Ramadan 2026 meaningful for everyone.
Ramadan is an honourable and blessed month, and the rewards for generosity are multiplied in it. The best charity is that given in Ramadan.
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How United Muslims is using your Zakat to make real change
Grand Iftar Celebrations – Feeding the Fasting
Your donations bring smiles and relief to fasting families across the UK, USA and around the world. Through our grand Iftar events, we serve warm meals to those who cannot afford to break their fast with comfort or dignity. From refugees and students to struggling families, your support makes every iftar a moment of joy and gratitude.
Distributing Food Packs - For Sehr & Iftar
Before and during Ramadan, our teams work hard to deliver food packs filled with essentials like rice, oil, lentils, dates and flour to families in need. These packs are distributed across local UK communities, the USA and areas affected by poverty or conflict. Your donations ensure that struggling families can celebrate this month and Eid with dignity and hope.
Giving Fitrana – Sharing the Joy of Eid
Fitrana, also known as Zakat al-Fitr, is a beautiful way to purify your fast and help the needy at the end of Ramadan. Your Fitrana allows poor families to enjoy Eid with food and happiness. We make sure it reaches the right people on time, so they can take part in the celebrations with peace and dignity. Pay your Fitrana early this year to help us plan ahead and reach more families before Eid.
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Fidya and Kaffarah – Restoring Balance Through Giving
If you are unable to fast due to illness or age, you can give Fidya to feed someone in need for each missed fast. For those who break a fast without a valid reason, Kaffarah provides a way to make up for it by feeding or fasting on behalf of others. Your Fidya and Kaffarah donations help us provide daily meals to the poor, ensuring no one goes hungry during this sacred month.Â
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Feeding Families in Crisis – Sadaqah for Ramadan Relief
In Gaza, Kenya, Pakistan and across struggling communities, your Sadaqah brings food, clean water and hope to families facing crisis. Our Ramadan Relief teams work day and night to deliver food parcels, hot meals and emergency aid to those suffering from war or natural disasters. Your charity keeps them strong through the most difficult times.
Ongoing Rewards – Sadaqah Jariyah This Ramadan
Turn your Ramadan giving into ongoing blessings with Sadaqah Jariyah. By donating towards water wells, child sponsorship or livelihood projects, you create lasting change that continues even after Ramadan ends. Every act of giving this month is multiplied in reward, and your kindness becomes a light for others long after the fasts are over.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ramadan?
Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar. Muslims worldwide observe it , observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting, prayer, reflection, and community. It commemorates the first revelation of the Quran to Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him).
Why do Muslims fast during Ramadan?
Muslims fast during Ramadan to fulfil one of the Five Pillars of Islam, cultivate self-discipline, cleanse the soul, and to cultivate self-discipline, to cleanse the soul, and to empathise with the less fortunate. Fasting is seen as a way to physically and spiritually purify oneself.
Can I make up for missed fasts from Ramadan?
Yes, if you miss any fasts due to legitimate reasons such as illness or travel, you can make up for them later. If you are unable to fast at all due to chronic illness or old age, you may fulfil your obligation through Fidya.
How much is Fitrana in 2026?
For Ramadan 2026, Fitrana is calculated to be £5 per person in the UK.
When should I pay Zakat al-Fitr?
Zakat al-Fitr should be paid before the Eid al-Fitr prayer. It is meant to purify those who fast from indecent acts or speech andany indecent act or speech and to help the poor and needy.
Can I give Sadaqah during Ramadan?
Absolutely, giving Sadaqah (voluntary charity) is highly encouraged during Ramadan. Acts of generosity and giving are believed to be rewarded manifold in this holy month.
When is Ramadan 2026?
In 2026, Ramadan is expected to start on the evening of Tuesday 17 February and end on the evening of Wednesday, 18 March, but the exact dates may change depending on when the moon is seen.
When is Eid al-FitrEid-al-Fitr 2026?
Eid al-Fitr in 2026 is expected to be on Friday, 20 March 2026, but the exact date will depend on the local moon sightingsighting of the moon.
What is the amount of Zakat al-Fitr?
The amount varies by region and is typically equivalent to the cost of a basic food basket for one person. In the UK it is calculated to be £5 per person in a household.
Who should pay Zakat al-Fitr?
Every Muslim, including children, is required to pay Zakat al-Fitr, provided they have the means above their basic needs.
Can Zakat al-Fitr be paid in cash?
Yes, while traditionally given in food, many scholars permit paying Zakat al-Fitr in cash equivalent to the value of the foodstuff required.
Is Zakat al-Fitr required from every member of the family?
Yes, the head of the household can pay on behalf of all family members, or each earning member can pay individually.
Can Zakat al-Fitr be given before Ramadan?
It is preferable to give it during Ramadan, but it can be given earlier if needed to ensure timely delivery.
Can I delegate someone to pay Zakat al-Fitr on my behalf
Yes, you can appoint someone to distribute Zakat ul Fitr on your behalf, especially if they can ensure it reaches the needy in time.
What happens if I forget to pay Zakat al-Fitr?
It should be paid as soon as you remember, even if it’s after Eid.
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