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UMF Scholarship
UMF is offering a $4,000 scholarship to
High School Seniors or University Students who are UMF members. If you
wish to apply, sign up to become a UMF member today and start logging
in your volunteer hours. Membership forms can be found on UMF's
website. High School Students can also get their required community service hours with UMF, as officially recognized by Seminole County. *Applications are due July 19th*QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants should be high school seniors or current university students. You must be a UMF member to apply. Ranking will be based on the following weighted factors: - GPA- 30%
- Financial Need- 30%
- UMF Volunteer Hours- 30%
- Essay- 10%
So, don't wait... become a part of a team that's making a difference today! |
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Discover Islam
UMF is proud to embark on an exciting venture with Discover Islam to begin distribution of six new documentaries on Islam. The
purpose of these documentaries is to dispel the most popular
misconceptions about Islam and portray it, and American Muslims, as
part of the American mainstream.
Each film has been
professionally produced and includes interviews of well known scholars
like Sheikh Hamza Yusuf, Professor John Esposito, Dr. Abdullah Hakim
Quick, Dr. Umar Faruk Abdallah, Sister Lisa Killinger and Imam Jowhari
Abdelmalik amongst many others. Also interviewed are numerous active
Muslims and a variety of church leaders across the United States.
The topics covered are:
African
Americans and Islam, Islam: An American Faith, Islam: Faith and
History, Islam: A Faith Hijacked, Christians and Islam, and Women in
Islam.
In
addition to the video series, a companion booklet is being produced for
every documentary and a support website designed to provide further
information and closure to those who seek more than just the video and
booklet.
UMF
will be distributing these videos free of charge to those wishing to
learn more about Islam and Muslims. For more information please contact us. |
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Project Downtown Orlando
After a little break, Project Downtown has made it's triumphant return! Come out and
give back to the community while having fun with some great people! We'll prepare some goood food and snacks and pass
it out to the less fortunate as well as talk and get to know the people
we are helping. Date: Sunday, May 17, 2009
Time: 9:00am - 11:00am
Location: Masjid Al Haqq,
Orlando, FL
For more information, please email or call (321) 356-7339. |
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Islamic Scholarship
Fund
Islamic Scholarship Fund's
goal is to encourage Muslim students to pursue a college or
post-graduate degrees in humanities, social sciences, liberal arts and
law through awarding annual scholarships of $1000-$10,000 to deserving
students.
Scholarships
are awarded to Muslim students who have been accepted to top- ranked
four-year colleges and universities for undergraduate and post-graduate
studies in the aforementioned areas of study. The applicant must meet
the following minimum eligibility requirements:
Muslim
Citizen or permanent resident of U.S.
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Minimum of 3.4 grade point average
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College junior standing or above -
Active member of his or her community
All applications must be received no later than May 22nd of each
calendar year. Applications are reviewed within a 2-3 week period and
scholarships will generally be awarded by July 30th of the calendar
year.
Click here for more information on how to apply.
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7th Annual UMAA Convention
The Universal Muslim Association of America is presenting its 7th Annual Convention entitled "Celebrating Global Shia Revival Building Economic,
Social and Political Strength in North America."
The event will begin run from May 22nd through the 24th and will feature a number of sessions including Interfaith, Women Leaders as Role Models, Living in the West, and Media - An instrument of Tabligh.
Speakers include: Sayed Ammar
Nakshwani, Ali Naqvi, Dr Sakhawat Hussain, Dr. Bashir Dattoo, and Syed Zaheer ul Hasan.
Click here for more information.
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ICNA-MAS Convention
The Islamic Circle of North America (ICNA) and the Muslim American Society (MAS) are
teaming up to present the 34th annual convention titled "Global Crisis:
Islamic Solution." The event will take place in Hartford, Connecticut
during Memorial Day Weekend, from May 23 to the 25. The
convention will host a number of dynamic speakers, including Imam Siraj
Wahhaj, Dr. Jamal Badawi, Imam Zaid Shakir, Dr. John Esposito, Dr.
Dalia Mogahed, Amy Goodman, Zain Bhikha, Baba Ali, and more! Sessions
include: - Global Crisis: Families in Need
- Our Endangered Values: The Moral Crisis for Society
- The New World Disorder
- Bubble Trouble: The Global Financial Crisis
- Fault-Lines in the Ummah: Conflicts in Religious People
- The Heart As Defined By Its Creator
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NASIMCO Convention
The
29th Annual NASIMCO Conference will be held on June 20th, 2009 in Minnesota,
and will be hosted by Anjuman-e-Asghari. The conference theme this year
is "Meeting the Challenges of Recession". All are invited to
participate.
Invitees, guests and delegates are all requested to
register at their earliest to assist the host Jamaat in finalizing all
arrangements for the Conference. The registration form, as well as
information on hotels, can be obtained upon request to info@nasimco.org.
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ISNA Convention
The Islamic Society of North America (ISNA) is presenting its 46th annual convention under the theme of "Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness." The convention will take place at the Washington DC Convention Center from July 3rd through the 6th, and will feature a number of events including: - Break out Sessions
- Qira'at Competition
- Meet the Author Program
- Bazaar with 500 Booths
- Matrimonial Banquet
- Islamic Art Exhibit
- Islamic Film Festival
- Health Services Fair
- Babysitting Services
- Children's Program
Speakers at the convention include Hamza Yusuf, John Esposito, Keith Ellison, Zaid Shakir, and Andre Carson. Click here for more information. |
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Young Muslims Quiz and Essay Competition
The Islamic Circle of North America (ICNA) FL
is holding a competition for young Muslims ages 5-16 on Saturday,
August 8. The registration fee is $10 before July 31 and $20 per child
on-site. All children will receive a participation prize.
Suggested reading for each category as well as a link to the registration form are provided on the website.
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Islamic Summer Camp
For more than 15 years, Tawheed Camp has been conducting
its annual summer camps at various locations in New York, New England,
New Hampshire and Pennsylvania. The camp will now be permanently
located at Camp Taha in Columbiaville, Michigan.
With
thousands of participants who have been inspired and their lives
changed for the better, the two week family camp continues to grow and
attract youth from all over the world. There will be 2 programs for 16 nights each:
JULY 3 - JULY 19
JULY 31 - AUGUST 16 Camp rates are partially subsidized to keep the amount as low as possible. |
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Salaam Alaikum / Peace be with you
It's hard to believe that UMF is only 5 years old, looking at how
much we have accomplished and how far we've come. It's exciting and
hard work networking with Muslims all over the country to give back to
the communities we live in and reaching out to clarify misconceptions
about Islam. We've got our Annual Fair for Care in PA to look forward
to this summer and Eidul Adha at Universal Studio's Orlando which will
fall on Thanksgiving Break, bringing Muslims all over the country to
celebrate Eid together insha-Allah! We're also busy this summer hosting
our refugee family from Gaza and helping Kids House get all spruced up.
Talk about volunteer hours needed to pull it all off!
Alhamdulil-lah, our officers and volunteers work tirelessly to do
amazing work, but we're always in need of more help as we grow by leaps
and opportunities to make a difference abound. If you are interested in
donating to support our cause or joining the UMF team to share ideas
and have them turn into action we welcome you on board. We've got
several positions opening up this June from Executive Director to
Secretary to Events co-ordinator. Join part of a vibrant and cheerful
team that's making a difference. Rack up your community service hours
too and apply for UMF's Scholarship. There are so many ways you can
make a difference. Join us at our bi-weekly UMF Coffee Encounters at
Panera Bread Lake Mary every 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month from 6-8pm
to find out more. You can also follow UMFHQ on Twitter and get updates
on Facebook. We look forward to seeing you around!
Masuma Virji,
UMF Executive Director
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Kids House Spring Clean-Up
 Kids House needs volunteers for their upcoming Spring Clean Up Day on Saturday, May 30th starting at 8am! They will
have plenty of projects for those looking to get their hands dirty.
The day will be lots of fun and a chance to spruce up the Children's Advocacy Center and make sure it is in the best condition
possible for the kids who need it. Food and drinks will be provided to all who participate. |
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UMF co-sponsors Islamic Games 2009
The third annual Islamic Games will be held from May 22-24, 2009 at Rider University in New Jersey. The event, co-sponsored by United Muslim Foundation, will feature separate male and female competitions and special guests of honor Zaid Abdul Aziz, a former NBA star, and kick boxer Rami Ibrahim. The event will also include free movie nights and a free Camali Family Fun Carnival featuring rides, a rock climbing wall, sling shot and more! No registration is required for children and spectators, Attendees are also eligible to win a ticket to Malaysia by entering a drawing at the Tourism Malaysia Booth at Islamic Games between May 22-24. The winning entry will be drawn on May 24th at 3:00 pm. Must be present to win.Islamic Games of North America is a non-profit organization that aims to develop the mind, body, and soul of Muslims through the participation of sports. For more information, email or call (718) 554-7620. To view a video promotion of the event, click here. |
Lehigh Valley Fun Fair 4 Care
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United Muslim Foundation along with the Muslim Association of Lehigh Valley will be holding a Fun Fair 4 Care on June 20th from 3:00 to 8:00 PM. The event will be held at 1988 Schadt Ave. in Whitehall, PA, and will feature a number of attractions including a moonbounce, obstacle course, rockclimbing, and more!
Admission is free with a $10.00 pass available for all rides. Proceeds will benefit Lehigh Valley "Muslims and Palestinians Relief." Don't miss out on this great event. Make sure to spread the word among family and friends today!
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UMF Eid Celebration at Universal Studios Orlando
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Constructing a Healthy Family Workshop
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On April 19th, The Mama Group - with the
help of United Muslim Foundation, Husseini Islamic Center, and Nasimco - hosted a workshop
titled "Constructing a Healthy Family." Open to adults aged 17 and over, the
event lasted all day long from 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
The program, presented by Sister Marzia Hassan, was directed towards
identifying "behavior patterns and conditioned thinking" within one's own
self and then initiating the process of self-improvement by replacing
negative thought processes with constructive energy and
progressive action. A strong emphasis was placed on parenting skills, and the
focus was on building strong family units by prioritizing family first.
United Muslim Foundation assisted
the organizers of the program by providing financial support as well as
help with media communications, childcare and volunteers. UMF
also provided contacts and means for the organizers to approach
local businesses for donations. The Mama Group extends its heartfelt
gratitude to UMF for its much needed support and hopes that UMF can
continue to sponsor such valuable programs for the community in the
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March for Babies
On Sunday, April 26th 2009, UMF once again joined thousands of
compassionate teams across the country to support March for Babies, an event which helps to: - Support all-important research offering preventions and solutions for babies born too soon or with birth defects
- Educate women on things they can do to increase their chances of having a healthy baby
- Provide comfort and information to families with a newborn in intensive care
- Push for newborn screening and health insurance for all pregnant women and children.
The walk was 5 miles and all members enjoyed the wonderful weather and
the great cause. Over $500 was raised for the March of Dimes by Team
UMF!
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Jared Box Project
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Working with the Interfaith Coalition of Allentown and Al-Ahad Islamic Center, United Muslim Foundation once again took on Jared Box Project as part of the Interfaith Community Service Day on Sunday, May 3. The goal of the Jared Boxes to lift the spirits of chronically ill children by presenting them with a shoebox size plastic storage box filled with small gifts, toys, cards, and games, sorted by specific age and gender. Alhamdulillah, we had numerous donations and many eager volunteers, including several from outside the community. After completing the project, the volunteers joined together at Congregation Keneseth Israel for a pot luck dinner. All
51 Jared boxes were quickly filled as planned. In fact, an additional
large bag of toys was also filled with stuffed animals and other
donations that would not fit in the boxes! The Jared Boxes were
delivered to Lehigh Valley Hospital and the volunteer coordinators
there were very excited and appreciative of the donation. Pictures for all of the various interfaith activities that took place that day in Allentown can be viewed by clicking here.    |
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5th Annual Muslim Congress
Muslim Congress is presenting is 5th Annual Conference during Independence Day Weekend in Dearborn, Michigan. The event will feature an interactive Youth Session / Poetry Night, special programs for children ages 9-14, a one-of-a-kind exhibition on Imam Ali' (a.s.) Life, and a bazaar.There will also be a number of dynamic speakers discussing topics such as "Imam Ali (as): Structure of Government" and "Imam Ali (as) and Piety (Taqwaa)." Workshops include:- Parenting
- How to Cope with Stress
- Harmonial Marriage
- Civil Rights and Advocacy
- Administrative Model of an Islamic Organization
- Da'wa/Outreach Workshop
- Process of Spiritual Cleanliness
- Islamic School Syllabus (Registration Required)
- Current Affairs
Cost is $50 for ages 9 and above with a $10 discount for college students and senior citizens. The maximum charge for families is $200. Click here more information and to register or reserve a booth at the bazaar.
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ALIM Convention
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The
Islamic Information Center is proud to announce its first annual three
day convention, entitled the American Leadership Initiative for Muslims (ALIM) to take place from July 17th - July 19th,
2009 at the Hyatt Regency on Capitol Hill, Washington DC. The
registration fee is $55 and will all the meals for the weekend,
transportation and a special IIC Briefing Packet. This
convention includes site visits to critical US government agencies and
meetings with government officials. The purpose of these meetings will
be twofold. First, it will help facilitate communication in such a way
where attendees can learn about programs from the government to engage
the Muslim community, and voice their concerns to the government
regarding issues of importance to the Muslim community. Second, these
meetings will help showcase the fact that all it takes for Muslims to
advance in this country, and help improve this country, is direct
activism, and open communication. Click here to apply to attend the convention. | |
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