Heart Women & Girls (HEART) is a specialized nonprofit dedicated to promoting sexual health literacy and preventing sexual violence within Muslim communities. The organization operates through a model of health education, advocacy, research, and training to address sensitive issues with cultural competency. In the 2023 tax year, HEART reported total revenue of $1,089,496, demonstrating a stable financial base for its niche mission. The charity is particularly efficient in its resource allocation, reporting a 74.8% program expense ratio in its most recent filing. This indicates that all functional expenses were directed toward its core mission of community care and education. HEART maintains a strong focus on the American Muslim diaspora, providing mutual aid and community care funds alongside its educational curriculum. By focusing on capacity building, the organization empowers local leaders to handle sexual health topics that are often stigmatized. Their work is supported by a Zakat-eligible giving platform, allowing Muslim donors to fulfill religious obligations through specialized social services. Despite its relatively small size, HEART has achieved significant reach in major urban centers including Los Angeles, Chicago, and Washington, D.C.
Impact assesses organizational indicators associated with effective programs. Alignment reflects fit with Muslim donor priorities.
Best for donors who want to support niche, culturally-sensitive sexual health education and violence prevention within the American Muslim community.
“Dedicated zakat page found at https://www.heartwomenandgirls.org/zakat (Source: https://www.heartwomenandgirls.org/zakat)”