About Us
About El Rahman
We are a not-for-profit organization located in Victoria.
El Rahman Inc. stands as a beacon of compassion and empowerment, dedicated to fostering positive change within communities. Rooted in the belief that every individual deserves dignity and opportunity, El Rahman Inc. tirelessly works to provide essential resources, support, and advocacy for those in need. With a commitment to integrity and inclusivity, the organization collaborates with diverse stakeholders to implement sustainable solutions that address social, economic, and environmental challenges. Through its innovative programs and initiatives, El Rahman Inc. not only uplifts lives but also cultivates a culture of empathy and solidarity, inspiring others to join in building a brighter, more equitable future for all.
Our Story
Where we are now: El Rahman is now completely community funded, relying on donations and community support to help keep us running and doing what we do best. We have an office set up at Coolaroo, we’re helping house many Palestinian refugees including providing these families with all furniture, white goods, clothing, food & more, as well as covering their rental & utility expenses until they are able to financially support themselves. El Rahman also assist victims of domestic violence, providing financial assistance to people in need, as well as other projects such as youth programs & camps, toy drives, and more.
Our Aim: We aim to be the voice of the community, to hear you out, to do what we can to make a positive change within our broad community. With continued community support, El Rahman is aiming to grow to be able to assist more people in need, with minimal admin costs and ability to use funds as donors intend them to be used.
As a local community leader, Sheikh Abdulrahman has extensive experience working with the community, youth work, homeless aid & more. Similarly, Adam Raad acquired his certificate 4 in Community cervices allowing him to grow and to further assist the community. As the charity organisation grew, we have been collaborating with other local organisations, growing in popularity within the community, received much support & trust from our community and community leaders.
Where we started: El Rahman Inc was founded by Sheikh Abdulrahman Malas & Adam Raad, who after working with the community both individually and together for over 13 years, decided to come together and form El Rahman.
Our Community
El Rahman collaborates closely with the community to facilitate and coordinate support for those in need. Working with the National Zakat Foundation (NZF) and Homeless Aid organisation demonstrates the profound impact of community support and charity in addressing poverty and homelessness. NZF channels Zakat contributions to provide financial assistance, housing support, and employment training to those in need, fostering stability and independence. Collaborations with Homeless Aid amplify these efforts, ensuring coordinated outreach, resource sharing, and advocacy for systemic change. Together, these initiatives embody the spirit of community solidarity, offering comprehensive support to uplift the most vulnerable members of society.
Meet the Team
No charity organisation would be successful without amazing volunteers!
Adela Okanovic
Secretary
Rashad Barakoni
Vice President
Abdurahman Malas
Co-Founder & President
Sanae Raad
Vice Treasurer
Adam Raad
Co-Founder & Treasurer
Yacoub Alfarani
Board Member
Abdulnasser Elkalal
Board Member
Yehya Raad
Youth Advisor
Aleyna Mimi
Youth Advisor
FAQ’s
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Yes - we have been a registered charity organisation since 2020.
Officially registered with ACNC in July 2023
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Yes, El Rahman has Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) status which means all your donations over $2 are tax deductible. A common question that comes up is whether or not it is permissible in Islam to claim donations as tax deductions; the answer is that it is permissible.
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Non-perishable foods within use-by date, general home products such as kitchen utensils, basic toiletries, baby wipes, nappies, hygiene products, and any other daily household items are readily needed. These items must be new and unopened.
Clothing, shoes, bedding, bags, etc. must be as new, not used.
Larger physical items such as furniture or appliances need to be in good working condition, clean and not damaged. We have limited storage space, please get in touch before bringing larger items to donate.
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We are a registered charity with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC), publish all our financials publicly and are regulated by them. We ensure all donations are used as intended, that we get the most out of them, and that our beneficiaries receive the donations as intended.