As Salamu Alaikum Wa Rahmatullahi Wa Barakatuhu,

Dear community,

We are once again close to the end of the month of Ramadan. One cannot help but feel a sense of "farewell” like a loved one who has come to visit but must now leave and we won't see them for another year, InshaAllah. The communal events of fasting, suhoor, iftar, and performing our prayers together brought us closer under the umbrella of Ramadan! We the EC, along with other committees, volunteers, and administration, did our best to provide services at ISGVF so that your families and ours can enjoy the venue. Let's take advantage of the last few days of Ramadan, search for Laylat-ul-Qadr, attend Qiyam-ul-Layl, and be generous every day. Our work continues; we are planning for Eid Prayers and the Eid Dinner is back! We are looking beyond Eid to plan additional seasonal events. May Allah accept all of your acts of worship and dua's, and allow us to attain piety.

Respectfully yours,

ISGVF Executive Council



Newsletter March 2023

Welcome Ramadan

Welcome Ramadan event took place on March 17^th at the ISGVF Activity Hall. Guest speaker Br Mohammed Jamaluddin elaborated on the importance and significance of Ramadan. Event was well attended and all enjoyed the potluck dinner.

Ramadan Fundraiser

We would like to thank all for your participation in the annual ISGVF Ramadan fundraising event held on Saturday, April 1st. It was a great turnout and we managed to raise $150,000 that evening out of the $200,000 goal set for this Ramadan, Alhamdulillah! We would like to thank all our volunteers for working tirelessly to make this event a success. May Allah (SWT) reward each one with the best for their efforts, Aameen!    We look forward to achieving our goal during the remainder of Ramadan with Allah (SWT)'s mercy and the community's support, Insha'Allah. Your generous donations will go directly towards ISGVF's operating expenses. Jazakum Allahu Khairan for your continued support and generosity!

Support-A-Family Program

ISGVF Food Distribution Committee would like to thank all its donors for supporting this noble cause. Alhamdulillah, by the grace of Allah SWT and community participation, the ISGVF Food Distribution Committee has supported 55 families this Ramadan as part of Support-A-Family program. Masjids served were Norristown Masjid, Pottstown Masjid, and Coatsville Masjid. Many individual families from the following locations also benefited: King of Prussia, Lansdale, Frazier, Exton, and Radnor.

Eid Bazaar

The Social Committee planned and hosted their annual Eid Bazaar at ISGVF on Saturday, April 8th. There were 23 vendors who laid out their best merchandise for sale. Masha’Allah many community members were in attendance to browse and shop.

Sharing Ramadan Iftar Dinner

The ISGVF Interfaith Committee held their annual Sharing Ramadan Dinner on Tuesday, April 11. There were 65 guests in attendance from the neighboring Churches, Synagogues, members of Interfaith Philadelphia, and T/E School District staff. The guest speaker Br Safwan Eid discussed the essence of Ramadan and answered questions. All in attendance enjoyed a traditional iftar dinner and friendly conversations.

Important Announcements

1. Iftar at ISGVF - To host at ISGVF and for fee (or if you want to join a group hosting), email office@isgvf.com. Fill out facility reservation form & email to office@isgvf.com.
2. Zakat-ul-Fitr - Recommend $12 per person. Fidya $15/day of missed fasting; can give more; give early to distribute to needy before Eid!
3. Itekaaf at ISGVF - last 10 days of Ramadan; for more info & permission, contact Br. Miftah Khan or email office@isgvf.com.
4. Qiyam-ul-Layl – Br. Hossam Zaghloul leading Qiyam-ul-Layl during the last ten days. For more info, email office@isgvf.com.

Monthly Activities after Ramadan

*Family Halaqa (every Friday after Isha)

*Kids' Story Time and other activities (every Friday after Isha)

*YM Girls Halaqa (every Friday after Maghrib)

*Ilm Hour for Children (every Saturday at 6 pm)

*Sisters' Weekly Halaqa in Arabic (every Thursday, 11 am)

*Sisters' Bi-weekly Halaqa in English (2nd & 4th Tuesday, 6:30 pm)

*Sisters' Halaqa in Urdu (3rd Wednesday of the month 11 am)

*Growing Up Muslim in America for Young Men (2nd & 4th Thursday 7:45-9pm)

*Sisters Reading Club (last Wednesday of the month 6:30 pm)

*YM Boys Halaqa (every Saturday from Maghrib to Isha, starting in May)



Weekend School Updates

School Reminders

• School will resume its regular schedule on April 29th/30th.
• Final exams will be on May 20th/21st. The prior week will be review-week as normal. Also, as usual, all exams must be submitted prior to the Final Exams day.
• 2023 Graduation will be on June 11th.

Quran Competition

The ISGVF Weekend School annual Quran Competition was held on Saturday, March 25th for all Elementary students and on Sunday, March 26th for all MidHigh students. Alhamdullilah, each day was extremely blessed with an unprecedented attendance record as well as a very tough competition for not just the children, but even the judges who had a hard time deciding on the placements.  Many congratulations to the winners!:

We would like to congratulate not only the winners of the competition, but all of the children who memorized a new surah and were brave enough to recite in front of everyone should be commended for their efforts. May they always keep the Quran close to their hearts and continue reciting.

We would also like to send a special Thank You to the judges who joined us on these special days:

Annual ISGVF Peace Academy Honors Program

On March 16th, the students of Peace Academy were honored, and prizes were given to each student due to their efforts in memorizing the book of Allah. At the event, each student recited one of the surahs that they worked so hard to memorize. Also, select students received exceptional prizes for completing the memorization of an entire Juz, Masha'Allah.  We ask Allah SWT to make all our children among the people of the Qur'an.

ISGVF Adopt-A-Highway Committee

As the weather gets warmer, our road cleanup program will start soon Insha'Allah. It is a time when volunteer youths and adults from our community meet on a Sunday morning to help keep our ISGVF facilities and the front roadway clean, followed by a rest to enjoy a light breakfast and friendly conversation! The next event is scheduled for May 7, 2023, Insha'Allah. Please look out for an email announcement soon for more information.

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