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Community iftars during Ramadan help these teams connect and get their message across

Author Tahmeed Shafiq
How social purpose organizations can participate in the spirit of Ramadan

Why It Matters

Ramadan is a very meaningful time for many Muslims, when charity and community are top-of-mind. Hosting a community iftar is a chance for social purpose organizations to connect with Muslim community members they may not otherwise have connections with.

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