BANGI, 15 November 2025 – Islamic Relief Malaysia (IR Malaysia) today held the Finale of Charity Week Malaysia 2025 to celebrate the achievements of volunteers and participating institutions throughout this year’s Charity Week campaign.

The event was graced by Dato’ Sri Syed Saleh Syed Abdul Rahman, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of IR Malaysia, along with fellow Board members Datuk Nur Iskandar A. Samad and Professor Dato’ Ir. Ts. Dr. Hj. Othman A. Karim. Also present were Siti Fadilah Mohd Hood, Chief Executive Officer of IR Malaysia, senior management representatives, and the Charity Week Malaysia delegation led by its Director, Nur Athirah Sharim, together with the Charity Week Malaysia 2025 Shura Team.

Charity Week: A Global Movement Uniting the Ummah

Charity Week is a global, volunteer-driven campaign built on a shared vision of uniting the Ummah through charitable action.

Launched in 2003 at a university in London, the initiative has since grown into an international movement involving participants from around the world.

This year, Charity Week mobilised volunteers from nine countries—Malaysia, Qatar, Germany, the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada, South Africa, Pakistan, and Ireland—to support orphans and vulnerable children in need.

In Malaysia, 17 institutions participated in Charity Week 2025, organising creative fundraising activities such as charity sales, charity hiking, fun walks, fun runs, sports-based charity events, Paddle for Hope, and various community initiatives involving families, friends, groups, and local organisations from 20 to 26 October 2025.

Funds Supporting Orphans and Children in Need

Funds raised through Charity Week are channelled into projects benefiting orphans and vulnerable children in the areas of education, health, protection, and welfare.

In 2024, Charity Week Malaysia funds were used to provide Teaching and Learning (PdPC) equipment for SK Nanga Kesit, Lubok Antu, Sarawak, including portable speakers and stands, microphones, Android TVs, Smart TVs, white screens, and projector stands.

In his speech, Dato’ Sri Syed Saleh announced, “This year’s Charity Week Malaysia contribution will be allocated to developing a floating jetty at SK Logongon, Nabawan, Sabah, to ensure safer daily journeys for 96 students, 15 teachers and approximately 600 villagers on their way to school.

“We earn a living by what we receive, but we build a life by what we give, that is a far greater and more extraordinary impact. I believe the seven days we spent together during Charity Week truly reflect this wisdom.”

He also expressed appreciation to all volunteers, institutions, partners, and communities who contributed to the success of this year’s campaign.

In addition to local projects, part of the Charity Week Malaysia funds will also support IR Malaysia’s Palestine Appeal to assist communities in Gaza.

Participating institutions and groups in Charity Week Malaysia 2025 included DBE BAK Kolej Vokasional Beaufort, Kelab Harmoni UKM, Incredible Hearts, Kelab Penyayang UiTM Shah Alam, Kelab Penyayang USIM, Masjid Al Falah Shah Alam, MPP & BAI Kolej Vokasional Beaufort, Pizzan Pizza, Politeknik Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah, ICEPS, Sea Gypsies T20, Darwish Clan, Sumo Wonder, Sukarelawan Zakat UiTM Melaka (SUZA), Uni Charity Society, Family Hauk, and MY Shura.

Charity Week Malaysia 2025 Awards

The ceremony also featured certificate presentations, tokens of appreciation, and four main awards:

• The Fresh Impact Award: Kolej Vokasional Beaufort, Sabah

• Inspiring Future Award: Kelab Penyayang USIM

• The Most Hyped Award: Politeknik Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah

• Best Display of Unity Award: Sukarelawan Zakat UiTM Melaka (SUZA)

Thanks to the dedication and hard work of volunteers, a total of RM14,054.72 was successfully raised this year.

A Volunteer’s Journey in Charity Week

National Director of Charity Week Malaysia, Nur Athirah Sharim, shared her inspiring journey:

“I started as a Charity Week participant in 2023. With just what we had, my four friends and I sold ‘keropok roda’ at RM1 per pack to our classmates every day, and within a week, we raised more than RM400.

“In 2024, I was entrusted with the role of Institution Support, and this year I have been given the responsibility of leading Charity Week Malaysia as Director.

“Alhamdulillah, I see more people recognising Charity Week and more new institutions joining. I hope that next year, this movement will grow even bigger and inspire society to care and help those in need.”

Five Years of Charity Week Malaysia

Charity Week Malaysia 2025 marks the fifth year of its implementation since it was introduced in Malaysia in 2021. With the support of volunteers, educational institutions, community partners, and the public, the campaign continues to serve as a platform that unites the Ummah through compassion, unity, and collective action.

Islamic Relief Malaysia extends its deepest appreciation to all who contributed to the success of this campaign. May this noble effort continue to lead to lasting goodness.