Islamic Relief Canada vs Muslim Aid USA
A neutral, side-by-side comparison to help you decide where to give your Zakat.
Islamic Relief Canada or Muslim Aid USA — which should you give to?
Islamic Relief Canada currently has the higher HalalWallet transparency score (3/3 vs 1/3). Both are registered charities — the best choice depends on the cause you care about. Compare the details below.
| Islamic Relief Canada | Muslim Aid USA | |
|---|---|---|
| Transparency score | 3/3 | 1/3 |
| Zakat-eligible | Yes | Yes |
| Public Zakat policy | Yes | No |
| Independent rating | Yes | No |
| Coverage | Global (30+ countries) | Global (multi-region) |
| Founded | — | 2010 |
| Headquarters | Burlington, ON | Manassas, VA |
| Annual revenue | C$85.8M in donations (FY2024, per Charity Intelligence) | ~$5.3M (2024) |
| Causes | Emergency Relief, Food Security, Water & Sanitation, Healthcare, Education, Orphan Care, Refugees & Asylum | Emergency Relief, Food Security, Orphan Care, Education, Healthcare, Livelihoods |
| CRA Registration No. | 821896875RR0001 | US 501(c)(3) |
Transparency scores are editorial and never influenced by partnerships. Your Zakat reaches the charity in full — HalalWallet never takes a cut. See methodology.