Empathy is powerful
Changing the Conversation Around Being Divorced or Widowed
Ikram Foundation
70
Years of
the Foundation
$
6000
K +in
funding
1100
+incredible
clients
200
successful
campaigns
Who We Are
What We Do
Ikram is a 501(c) 3 non-profit organization, concerned with the well-being of divorced and widowed Muslim women in the United States.
Mission
The Foundation for Empowerment of Muslim women seeks to enhance the dignity of Muslim women by empowering them through education.
Vision
Ikram envisions itself as a leading organization promoting education and skills training for Muslim women in the United States. We believe that education is the cornerstone of justice and equal opportunity.
GOALS
To reduce economic hardships for divorced and widowed Muslim women through education. To develop the institutional capacity of the Foundation. To conduct research and provide accurate information and educational material on the status of Muslim women.
Help us Make a lasting impact today.
Education, Scholarships & Grants
PROGRAMS
Ikram Employment & Career Prep Program
Degree Program
Vocational Program
Join Us
Through the Ikram Degree Program – Clients will enroll in an Associate or Bachelor’s program that best fits their career goals.
Through the Ikram Vocational Program – Clients will enroll in a specialized certification to become certified in a particular skill sets. Ikram will work with clients to find the best fit vocational program.
Invest in the education of divorced & widowed Muslim women & help us make a lasting impact today.
Education, Scholarships & Grants
The Iman Al-Shingieti Scholarship Program
Iman was one of the founders and the first executive director of Ikram Foundation.
Iman was one of the founders and the first executive director of Ikram Foundation. The Iman Al-Shingiethi Scholarship is a reminder of our organization’s roots and what we strive to accomplish.
Iman passed away suddenly in February of 2015, and left us with an revolutionary organization that is Ikram. Ikram Foundation established the Iman Al Shingieti Scholarship Fund to commemorate her dedication and hard work. She will always be in our thoughts and prayers.
our partners
community
Our Approach
Income Security
We are increasing earning capacity by helping women further their education
Community Support
Building community around our students to support, encourage and empower
Sense of worthiness and purpose
Getting an education and working towards a goal is something that brings
Mentoring and paying it forward
We help local nonprofits access the funding, tools, training, and support
In 2022, Ikram Foundation hosted beneficiaries to speak about their transformative life experience through education. Please continue to help us empower more graduates in 2023 by donating here: ikramus.networkforgood.com/
Ikram Foundation is now registered with Benevity, if you are connected with them for workplace giving please consider donating to Ikram!
An increase in support from the Muslim community has allowed Ikram to continue to grow and reach more women in need.
Ikram has received grants from the Washington Area Women’s Foundation, Human Concern International (HCI), Muslim Aid USA (MAUSA) and other grant-giving entities.
Invest in the education of divorced & widowed Muslim women & help us make a lasting impact today.