Penn Capital-Star: Charity push distributes food to Philly families observing Ramadan
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PHILADELPHIA — The Philadelphia Ramadan and Eid Fund (PREF) gave out 250 boxes of fresh produce and Halal meats to families observing Ramadan, on Friday afternoon at the Philadelphia Masjid.
PREF partnered with Muslims Serve for the food distribution.
The effort was organized as a response to the disruption caused by the coronavirus during the Islamic holy month of Ramadan. Organizers said the pandemic has left some families without access to the congregational Iftar, the dinner to break the daily fast, that is usually offered at masjids and serves hundreds to thousands, depending on the masjid.
“Last year in 2019, the Philadelphia Ramadan and Eid Fund – we hosted Iftar dinners at the Please Touch Museum and the Philly Eid in the Park, a huge festival of 15,000. We are the lead organization in this city with a focus on...
The Philadelphia Ramadan & Eid Fund is a nonprofit organization with a mission to provide the community with Ramadan and Eid programming and shared experiences for children, youth and families, while celebrating the rich diversity within our region.