◈ Homepage — https://islahla.org/Home About Services Housing Media Donate Event Education (323) 596-3457 Call Us Now! [email protected] Talk To Us REVIVE - RENEW - RESTORE A Muslim-led community organization focused on faith, education, housing, family support, civic engagement, and economic empowerment in South Los Angeles. DONATE or RECENT NEWS 1 Food Pantry 2 Housing 3 Donate WHAT WE DO Islah LA is one of the first of its kind in the United States Islah LA is dedicated to building a stronger South Los Angeles by connecting faith, education, and social services to meet the real needs of families, youth, and the broader community. LEARN MORE ABOUT Islah LA is a Muslim-led social restoration organization dedicated to renewing faith, education, unity, family, civic engagement, and economic empowerment in South Los Angeles. Rooted in a legacy of community leadership, Islah LA grew out of the historic Masjid Ibaadillah community, established in 1986 when Imam Saadiq Saafir and a group of committed families purchased a storefront on West Jefferson Boulevard to create a spiritual and community hub serving predominantly African-American Muslims. Building upon this strong foundation, Islah LA was formally established in June 2013 as a nonprofit organization and is currently led by Imam Jihad Saafir. In February 2014, the organization launched safe-place programming designed to support children, youth, and families through mentorship, education, and holistic community services. Centered on service, Islah LA offers a space where Muslims from many backgrounds feel welcomed, empowered, and inspired to participate in community life. Islah LA is a Muslim-American founded inner-city community center serving South Los Angeles through faith, service, and civic engagement. Guided by community leadership, Islah LA works to uplift families, strengthen neighborhoods, and foster meaningful partnerships across diverse communities. Through inclusive spaces for social services, education, and community support, Islah LA lives its name “Islah,” meaning to renew, revive, and restore, by nurturing spiritual growth and advancing social and economic well-being throughout South Los Angeles. OUR MISSION Islah LA is a beacon of light for the underserved in our South Los Angeles community. We offer services that revive, renew, and restore growth in the community through essential programs. We do this to meet the obligations and needs aligned with our religious values. MENU Home Food Pantry Housing Fellowship   Tayseer Zakaah Program Counseling Contact Donate CONTACT INFO OUR ADDRESS 2900 W Slauson Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90043 PHONE: (323) 596-3457 EMAIL: [email protected] FAX: 323-596-3458 FOLLOW US Islah LA. 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NFS’s mission is to help and assist individuals instill a social confidence that reinforces his/her efforts at reestablishing one’s self for family and community life, recalibrate self-esteem, and motivate sustainability for change and impact. On September 24th, Islah LA facilitated a 3-4 day retreat for formerly incarcerated African-Latino American men in Mount Baldy, California. The objective was to provide 12 men who are seeking to improve their own self-worth, with life skills and critical thinking training. As a result, a sense of community was established between two groups who are normally apprehensive of one another’s urban lifestyles. Next Steps Fellowship (NSF) opened a new market of training, transformative racial justice, and basic leadership development, a model that will transcend its current realm. Islah LA is a community center promoting peace, healing, and dignity to constituents of South LA. We seek to revitalize family and community through spiritual guidance, educational opportunity, emotional support, civic engagement, and economic empowerment. Rooted in the Islamic principles of social justice, Islah LA empowers individuals and families in South Los Angeles by providing high quality practical education and direct sevices. RETREAT ACTIVITY Next Steps Fellowship is a four day process where we identify, cultivate, and increase an individual’s capacity to sustain a productive lifestyle. NSF identifies your core values through interactive facilitation. Each day is an exercise and a dialogue for personal development. Day 1: Build bridges and encourage interaction that ensure an impactful retreat. Day 2: We begin to blueprint our core values: skills, interests, and values. Day 3: Vision and Mission building. Day 4: Sign NSF Declaration, a final discussion, and video interviews. Next Steps' Future Follow-up for men. Develop a retreat for women. 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[email protected] Talk To Us ✕ Home About Annual Reports Islah Legacy Project Blog Contact Services Food Pantry Tayseer Zakaah Shop Housing Media Donate Event Event Request Education Education 1 Food Pantry 2 Housing 3 Donate Islah LA’s educational initiatives are designed to nurture spiritual growth, practical life skills, and community leadership through accessible, faith-centered learning opportunities. Islah Seminary serves as a cornerstone of this work, offering classes that deepen Islamic knowledge and personal development. Programs such as Precious Gems focus on purification of the heart and character refinement, while the Sirah of the Prophet classes provide meaningful engagement with the life and legacy of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, connecting timeless teachings to the realities of South Los Angeles. Alongside spiritual education, Islah Financial Literacy equips community members with essential tools for economic empowerment, covering topics such as budgeting, responsible financial planning, and long-term wealth building. During the blessed month of Ramadan, Islah LA expands its impact through nightly programming that brings together worship, reflection, and learning, including lectures, community iftars, and spaces for youth and families to grow together. Together, these initiatives reflect Islah LA’s commitment to holistic education that strengthens faith, promotes stability, and uplifts the broader community. MENU Home Food Pantry Housing Fellowship   Tayseer Zakaah Program Counseling Contact Donate CONTACT INFO OUR ADDRESS 2900 W Slauson Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90043 PHONE: (323) 596-3457 EMAIL: [email protected] FAX: 323-596-3458 FOLLOW US Islah LA. All Rights Reserved. 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To help combat the numbers of this crisis, Islah LA has opened four homes dedicated to providing supportive housing to the community of South Los Angeles. Islah LA has been able to help provide a safe and affordable place for individuals who would fall into homelessness. Islah Housing provides affordable housing for the South Los Angeles community affected by lack of affordable housing in Los Angeles County. We operate seven housing facilities with single or double-occupancy options for affordable rates. For inquiries please email [email protected] MENU Home Food Pantry Housing Fellowship   Tayseer Zakaah Program Counseling Contact Donate CONTACT INFO OUR ADDRESS 2900 W Slauson Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90043 PHONE: (323) 596-3457 EMAIL: [email protected] FAX: 323-596-3458 FOLLOW US Islah LA. All Rights Reserved. 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Food Pantry – Islah LA ✕ Home About Annual Reports Islah Legacy Project Blog Contact Services Food Pantry Tayseer Zakaah Shop Housing Media Donate Event Event Request Education Home About Annual Reports Islah Legacy Project Blog Contact Services Food Pantry Tayseer Zakaah Shop Housing Media Donate Event Event Request Education ✕ (323) 596-3457 Call Us Now! [email protected] Talk To Us ✕ Home About Annual Reports Islah Legacy Project Blog Contact Services Food Pantry Tayseer Zakaah Shop Housing Media Donate Event Event Request Education Food Pantry Islah LA started a weekly food pantry that service the local neighborhood of 90043 and surrounding areas. Housing Donate Islah LA understands that being located in the Slauson/Crenshaw community means that the families we service are living in a food desert. These food deserts are urban areas in which it is difficult to buy high-quality fresh and healthy food. In 2019, the LA Food Bank reported that there are 2,000,000 persons facing food insecurity on a daily basis, that equals 1 in 5 people in LA county, including 573,000 children. In a direct response to this reality, Islah LA started a weekly food pantry that service the local neighborhood of 90043 and surrounding areas. Through our dedicated partnerships with Islamic Relief and the LA Food Bank, the Islah LA Food Pantry has been able to grow into a reliable source of fresh, healthy foods for a large number of local community members.” In 2019, the LA Food Bank reported that there are 2,000,000 persons facing food insecurity on a daily basis, that equals 1 in 5 people in LA county, including 573,000 children. In a direct response to this reality, Islah LA started a weekly food pantry that service the local neighborhood of 90043 and surrounding areas. Through our dedicated partnerships with Islamic Relief and the LA Food Bank, the Islah LA Food Pantry has been able to grow into a reliable source of fresh, healthy foods for a large number of local community members.” MENU Home Food Pantry Housing Fellowship   Tayseer Zakaah Program Counseling Contact Donate CONTACT INFO OUR ADDRESS 2900 W Slauson Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90043 PHONE: (323) 596-3457 EMAIL: [email protected] FAX: 323-596-3458 FOLLOW US Islah LA. All Rights Reserved. Contact – Islah LA ✕ Home About Annual Reports Islah Legacy Project Blog Contact Services Food Pantry Tayseer Zakaah Shop Housing Media Donate Event Event Request Education Home About Annual Reports Islah Legacy Project Blog Contact Services Food Pantry Tayseer Zakaah Shop Housing Media Donate Event Event Request Education ✕ (323) 596-3457 Call Us Now! [email protected] Talk To Us ✕ Home About Annual Reports Islah Legacy Project Blog Contact Services Food Pantry Tayseer Zakaah Shop Housing Media Donate Event Event Request Education Contact 1 Food Pantry 2 Housing 3 Donate If you have a question you would like to discuss, we'd love to hear from you. Please feel free to contact us via phone, email, or this form! OUR ADDRESS 2900 W Slauson Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90043 Get In Touch Phone: (323) 596-3457 Email: [email protected] Fax: 323-596-3458 Your name Your e-mail Subject Message MENU Home Food Pantry Housing Fellowship   Tayseer Zakaah Program Counseling Contact Donate CONTACT INFO OUR ADDRESS 2900 W Slauson Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90043 PHONE: (323) 596-3457 EMAIL: [email protected] FAX: 323-596-3458 FOLLOW US Islah LA. All Rights Reserved. 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Rooted in a legacy of community leadership, Islah LA grew out of the historic Masjid Ibaadillah community, established in 1986 when Imam Saadiq Saafir and a group of committed families purchased a storefront on West Jefferson Boulevard to create a spiritual and community hub serving predominantly African-American Muslims. Building upon this strong foundation, Islah LA was formally established in June 2013 as a nonprofit organization and is currently led by Imam Jihad Saafir. In February 2014, the organization launched safe-place programming designed to support children, youth, and families through mentorship, education, and holistic community services. Islah LA is a Muslim-led social restoration organization dedicated to renewing faith, education, unity, family, civic engagement, and economic empowerment in South Los Angeles. Rooted in a legacy of community leadership, Islah LA grew out of the historic Masjid Ibaadillah community, established in 1986 when Imam Saadiq Saafir and a group of committed families purchased a storefront on West Jefferson Boulevard to create a spiritual and community hub serving predominantly African-American Muslims. Building upon this strong foundation, Islah LA was formally established in June 2013 as a nonprofit organization and is currently led by Imam Jihad Saafir. In February 2014, the organization launched safe-place programming designed to support children, youth, and families through mentorship, education, and holistic community services. Meet Board members Fawad Shaiq (Chair) Ambreen Zaheen Watson Dr. Rasul Miller Jamal Sharief Na’im Sunday Centered on service, Islah LA offers a space where Muslims from many backgrounds feel welcomed, empowered, and inspired to participate in community life. Islah LA is a Muslim-American founded inner-city community center serving South Los Angeles through faith, service, and civic engagement. Guided by community leadership, Islah LA works to uplift families, strengthen neighborhoods, and foster meaningful partnerships across diverse communities. Through inclusive spaces for social services, education, and community support, Islah LA lives its name “Islah,” meaning to renew, revive, and restore, by nurturing spiritual growth and advancing social and economic well-being throughout South Los Angeles. OUR MISSION Islah LA is a beacon of light for the underserved in our South Los Angeles community. We offer services that revive, renew, and restore growth in the community through essential programs. We do this to meet the obligations and needs aligned with our religious values. 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[email protected] Talk To Us ✕ Home About Annual Reports Islah Legacy Project Blog Contact Services Food Pantry Tayseer Zakaah Shop Housing Media Donate Event Event Request Education Tayseer Zakaah Program 1 Food Pantry 2 Housing 3 Donate Delivering Zakaah Support Since 2019 Empowering Communities Through Zakaah Since 2019, through a partnership with Uplift, Islah LA provided over $100,000 in Zakaah through our Tayseer Zakaah Program. This grant has offered assistance with securing housing, utilities, burials, transportation, and schooling expenses for many families while allowing them to keep their dignity in their time of need. Please allow 1-2 weeks for your application to be processed. Our team will contact you when/if we are able to support your zakat application. 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