Give Qurbani in Asia: A Feast for the Most Vulnerable
“A man asked the Prophet(ﷺ) , ‘Which Islam is the best?’ He (ﷺ) replied, ‘To feed the hungry and to give the greetings of Salaam to those you know and those you do not know.’” (Sahih al-Bukhari, 12)
Across the vast and diverse landscape of Asia, the struggle for survival takes many forms. From the flood-affected plains of Pakistan and the crowded refugee camps of Bangladesh to the crisis-hit communities of Sri Lanka and the remote, impoverished mountain villages of Nepal, millions of our brothers and sisters are facing a quiet crisis of hunger.
While we prepare our homes for the joy of Eid al-Adha, many parents across Asia are facing the heartbreaking reality of not being able to provide a single nutritious meal for their children on this blessed day.
The Urgent Need Across Asia
Despite the region's incredible resilience, the scale of food insecurity is staggering, driven by climate shocks and economic instability:
- The Hunger Burden: Asia is home to over 400 million undernourished people- more than half the global total with millions trapped in extreme poverty.
- Sri Lanka’s Economic Trial: Following the worst economic crisis in its history, nearly 30% of the population in Sri Lanka is currently food insecure, with families struggling to afford even the most basic protein.
- Nepal’s Hidden Poverty: In the remote highlands of Nepal, over 4.5 million people are undernourished. For these isolated communities, fresh meat is a luxury they may only see once a year.
- Climate Vulnerability: In Pakistan and Bangladesh, frequent floods have decimated crops and livestock, leaving rural families unable to afford basic staples, let alone the cost of a Qurbani.
- Childhood Stunting: Across South Asia, nearly 1 in 3 children suffer from stunting due to chronic malnutrition. Your Qurbani provides the essential proteins needed to help break this cycle.
Qurbani Around the World - Choose Your Country
The Impact of Your Asia Qurbani
By choosing to give your Qurbani in Asia, you are sending a powerful message of solidarity to those who often feel overlooked.
- Essential Nutrition: Your sacrifice provides high-quality protein to families who may not have tasted meat since last Eid, offering a vital boost to their health and spirit.
- Reaching the Hard-to-Reach: We work in remote villages and displacement camps to ensure your gift reaches those in the deepest need - orphans, widows, and the elderly.
- Upholding the Sunnah: You are following the Prophetic example of sharing the blessings of the sacrifice with the wider community, ensuring that the joy of Eid is felt by everyone, regardless of their circumstances.
Bring Joy to Asia This Eid
This year, let your sacrifice be the reason a family in Asia can sit down to a full meal. Your Asia Qurbani 2026 is more than just a donation as it is a deliverance of hope, a full plate, and a reminder that we are one Ummah, bound by compassion.
Provide a meal. Honour the Sunnah. Give your Qurbani in Asia.
Your Impact In Action
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This is the impact of your generosity. Together, we have provided food, water and vital support to those who need it most. Every donation, whether Sadaqah or Zakat, helps alleviate suffering and restore hope to communities facing unimaginable hardship.
We always aim to use your donation as intended. If you have selected ‘where most needed’, your donation will go to the country with the greatest need at the time, guided by our experts and local partners, while still supporting your chosen appeal. If we cannot use your donation as you intended, it will fund similar projects in the same country or region.
Why should I choose to give my Qurbani in Asia?
Asia is home to more than half of the world's undernourished people. In regions like Pakistan, Nepa, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh, families are struggling with the combined impact of climate disasters and rising food costs. By choosing to donate to Asia this Qurbani 2026, you are providing high-quality protein to children and elderly people who often go months without a nutritious meal, ensuring the joy of Eid reaches those in the deepest pockets of poverty.
Which countries in Asia does Penny Appeal support?
Our Asia Qurbani program is designed to reach the most vulnerable communities across the continent. We focus our efforts on areas of greatest need, including the flood-affected regions of Pakistan, refugee camps in Bangladesh, Nepal and impoverished rural areas of Afghanistan. Your donation allows us to be on the ground where the hunger crisis is most acute.
How do you ensure the Qurbani is performed according to Sunnah?
We uphold strict Shariah-compliant standards for every sacrifice. Each animal is sourced from local farmers to support the local economy and must be healthy and of the correct age. We take this responsibility seriously, ensuring your religious obligation is fulfilled with the utmost integrity.
How is the meat distributed to families in remote areas?
Penny Appeal has an extensive network of local teams who understand the geography and specific needs of their communities. We use refrigerated transport where possible and targeted distribution centres to ensure the meat reaches widows, orphans, and displaced families while it is still fresh. We prioritise "hard-to-reach" villages that often miss out on mainstream humanitarian aid.
Can I donate a Qurbani share on behalf of someone else?
Yes, you can certainly give a Qurbani donation as a beautiful act of Sadaqah on behalf of a loved one, or as a gift for a family member. When you donate to our Asia Qurbani 2026 appeal, you can specify if the sacrifice is for yourself or another person. It is a wonderful way to share the blessings of the season and bring a smile to a family in need in their name.
