As the minutes tick closer to Maghrib, millions of Muslims across the UK and around the world reach for their phones, typing in that familiar phrase: “What time is Iftar today?” It’s one of the most searched queries during Ramadan. We want to know the exact moment when we can finally take that first sip of cool water, taste a sweet date, and gather with loved ones to share a warm, home-cooked meal.
It’s a sacred moment. The adhaan fills the air, hearts soften, and gratitude flows freely.
But while we sit at our tables surrounded by blessings, millions of our brothers and sisters will break their fast tonight with nothing but a prayer on their lips.
The Harsh Reality of Iftar for Many
In the valleys of Azad Kashmir, families wait for the call to Maghrib just as we do. Yet for many, Iftar is not a feast—it’s a test of faith. Some have not eaten since yesterday, others have only water to share.
In Kotli, Muzaffarabad, and Leepa Valley, the sound of Maghrib doesn’t mean abundance; it means survival. A mother watches her children sip water—sometimes all they have to break their fast. A father looks down, ashamed that his pockets are empty. An orphan whispers a quiet dua, asking only for a morsel of food.
For these families, Ramadan is not a month of iftar feasts. It is a month of endurance.
Their fasting continues long after the adhan, long after the rest of us have eaten.
The Privilege We Overlook
Think of that moment when you finally take the first sip after a long day of fasting. The relief, the satisfaction, the rush of gratitude. Now imagine if that sip never came.
Imagine hearing your children cry from hunger while you have nothing to give them. Imagine the despair of parents in Kashmir, who break their fast with tears because they cannot feed their children.
Every Ramadan, while we in the UK prepare our Iftar menus and stock our kitchens, thousands of families across Kashmir have no choice but to go without. They plan not what to eat, but whether they will eat at all.
When Gratitude Becomes Giving
Ramadan is a time of mercy and compassion. It reminds us that fasting is not only about hunger—it’s about empathy. Allah ﷻ tells us in the Qur’an, “And they give food, in spite of love for it, to the needy, the orphan, and the captive.” (Surah Al-Insan 76:8)
Your plate tonight could become their Iftar.
Your gratitude could become their relief.
At Kashmir Welfare Foundation, we believe that no fasting person should end their day hungry. That’s why we prepare hot cooked Iftar meals every evening across Azad Kashmir, served in masjids and community spaces.
Each meal costs just £2—the price of a single samosa and drink here in the UK. Yet it can feed someone who hasn’t eaten all day.
- £2 provides one hot cooked Iftar meal
- £40 feeds a family for the entire month with a full Ramadan food pack
- £200 sponsors a communal Iftar for an entire masjid
Your small act of generosity tonight could fill countless empty stomachs, and even more hearts.
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Real Stories from Kashmir
In Muzaffarabad, 9-year-old Amina waits each day for the Iftar bell. Her mother, a widow, works tirelessly washing clothes to earn enough for a few lentils and rice. When Kashmir Welfare Foundation delivered a food pack to their home, her mother wept, saying,
“For the first time this Ramadan, I can give my children a real meal. Allah sent you to us.”
Each £40 food pack we distribute contains essential staples—rice, flour, lentils, oil, and dates. It sustains an entire family through the holy month, easing the burden on those already facing hardship.
In Kotli, our volunteers cook Iftar meals in local masjids. The aroma of rice and curry fills the air as hundreds gather to eat together. For many, it is their only hot meal of the day.
As one of our volunteers, Abdul Basit, shared:
“It humbles you. You realise that while we debate over Iftar menus in the UK, families here break their fast with only water. Kashmir is not forgotten when we stand together.”
From UK Homes to Kashmiri Tables
The connection between British Muslims and Kashmir runs deep. Generations of families in London, Birmingham, Bradford, and Derby trace their roots back to the valleys and villages of Azad Kashmir.
When UK donors give, they are not just supporting strangers—they are feeding their extended family across borders. Each donation is a message of unity, compassion, and faith in action.
Your Sadaqah, Zakat, or Regular Giving during Ramadan becomes an answer to the prayers of those waiting with hope. Through your giving, Kashmir Welfare Foundation is able to provide thousands of Iftar meals and Ramadan food packs across remote regions.
The Power of £2
Let’s pause and reflect.
In the UK, £2 may buy a coffee or a bus ticket.
In Kashmir, £2 feeds a fasting person with dignity.
Now imagine what happens when we multiply that generosity.
Every £10 feeds five fasting individuals.
Every £100 ensures 50 people break their fast with food and prayer instead of hunger and despair.
Every pound you give is a reward multiplied many times over in this blessed month.
The Prophet ﷺ said: “Whoever provides Iftar for a fasting person will have a reward like theirs, without diminishing their reward in the slightest.” (Tirmidhi)
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A Night of Mercy, A Month of Blessing
As we reach the final days of Ramadan, remember that every evening brings an opportunity to earn mercy and forgiveness.
Your donation doesn’t just fill a plate; it fills hearts with hope. It turns hunger into gratitude, despair into joy, and loneliness into community.
The Messenger of Allah ﷺ taught us that charity does not decrease wealth—it increases barakah. And the barakah of Ramadan is greatest when we feed those who fast.
So tonight, as you search “What time is Iftar today?”
Ask yourself another question:
“How can I share my Iftar today?”
Let that question move you to action.
How Your Donation Helps
Kashmir Welfare Foundation’s Ramadan projects include:
- Meals of Mercy Campaign: Hot cooked Iftar meals distributed daily in masjids and community halls.
- Food Packs: £40 parcels containing essentials for a full month’s sustenance.
- Water Projects: Wells and clean water access to support fasting families.
- Zakat Distribution: Targeted aid to widows, orphans, and displaced families.
Your giving is not just charity—it’s sadaqah jariya, an ongoing reward that continues even after Ramadan ends.
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This Ramadan, you can make a tangible difference.
Be the reason someone smiles at Iftar.
Be the one who answers a mother’s prayer.
Be the light in a darkened home.
Donate today. Feed the fasting. Share your plate with Kashmir.
Because while you search “What time is Iftar today?”, someone in Kashmir is asking “Will there be food tonight?”
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Ramadan Iftars FAQ
1. How much does it cost to provide an Iftar meal in Kashmir?
Each cooked Iftar meal costs only £2 per person through the Kashmir Welfare Foundation’s Meals of Mercy Campaign. They eat the type of foods that w eat in our own homes here in UK, including Chicken Curry, Rice, Biryani, Salad, Rooh Afza and much more.
2. What’s included in a Ramadan food pack?
Each £40 food pack includes essentials such as rice, lentils, flour, oil, sugar, and dates—enough to feed a family for the full month.
3. Where are Iftar meals distributed?
Meals are served in masjids and community centres across Azad Kashmir, including Kotli, Muzaffarabad, and surrounding villages.
4. Can I give my Zakat for Iftar meals?
Yes, your Zakat, Sadaqah, or Regular Giving can be used to provide food for fasting families in need.
5. How can UK donors contribute easily?
You can donate securely online through the Kashmir Welfare Foundation’s website and choose between one-off or monthly giving options.
