Tuesday, January 14, 2025, marks the 13th of Rajab 1446 A.H., the auspicious birth anniversary of Imam Ali (AS). To celebrate this occasion, the ICCNC is organizing two special meal distribution events for unhoused individuals in Oakland:

• Tuesday, January 14th at 12:00 noon

• Wednesday, January 15th at 12:00 noon

We invite you to join us in these acts of service, Insha'Allah.

Imam Ali (AS) is revered by all Muslims as a model of compassion, empathy, and unwavering support for the less fortunate. His life serves as a powerful testament to these virtues. The following quotes from his teachings eloquently demonstrate his profound emphasis on the importance of compassion, generosity, and social responsibility towards those in need."

• "The best of deeds is to feed the hungry and visit the sick." (Nahj al-Balagha, Letter 53)

• "The best of men are those who help the needy." (Nahj al-Balagha, Sermon 193)

• "The wealth of a believer does not diminish due to charity." (Nahj al-Balagha, Sermon 230)