Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar. During Ramadan, Muslims throughout the world fast from food and beverage each day from sunrise to sunset. Following the daily fast, families and friends eat together as part of the observance. The fasting is connected closely with a focus on spiritual purification, humility, devotion, charity, and reading of the Qur’an.

As part of the charity efforts that are part of Ramadan, Carolina Peace Resource Center is coordinating the first annual South Carolina Ramadan food drive to benefit Harvest Hope Food Bank. The purpose of the food dirve is to increase the public's awareness of the role of charity in Islam, to highlight the generous nature of Muslims in South Carolina, and to facilitiate a means in which Muslims in South Carolina can pariticipate in this important pillar of Islam. Participating organizations include Masjid Al‐Muslimiin (Islamic Center of Columbia),  Masjid Noor Al‐Huda, Weekend Islamic School, Madrasatul Muslimiin, Masjid and Islamic Center of Clemson, Harvest Hope Food Bank, and Carolina Peace Resource Center.

Attached is a flyer promoting the drive which also includes a shopping list if you would like to participate.

For more information contact Maggie Aziz at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .