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[Karim Foundation @Karim_Fdn]

Straight after today's Eid prayers on Parker's Piece, we captured a special Eid al-Adha message from the Mayor of Cambridge, Cllr @JennyssWood ✨️

#EidMubarak

[Karim Foundation @Karim_Fdn]

The Cambridge Ramadan Appeal is now live.

We are raising emergency funds for local people who continue to feel the impact of the cost of living crisis.

Help us to provide essential food and fuel support to the most vulnerable in our communities.

Please donate today. Thank you.

[Karim Foundation @Karim_Fdn]

⬆️ With household bills rising, struggling families and individuals in #Cambridge will feel the impact of the cost of living crisis.

Help us this #Ramadan to provide emergency food and fuel support for the most vulnerable in the city: https://t.co/wonhYBIo3M

#CambridgeRamadan

[Cambridge City Foodbank @foodbankcambs]

It only takes three steps to get help from the #Foodbank.
1. Get in touch with us
2. Speak to a referral agency
3. Bring your voucher to your local Foodbank centre
Once here, the only question asked is "would you like tea or coffee?" Read more here: https://t.co/1ADbPBbjrz

[Karim Foundation @Karim_Fdn]

In our first-ever film, we reflect upon the efforts to improve lives in #Cambridge last year – and how we remain focused on continuing this vital work in 2022.

Please support us today: https://t.co/fByKW0md8E

#KarimFoundation

[Karim Foundation @Karim_Fdn]

We are delighted to share our first-ever newsletter!

Read the Summer roundup of our latest stories: https://t.co/2mue9clX12

@ArthurRankHouse @FoodbankCambs @HillsRoadNews #KarimFoundation

[Ibrahim Rahman @ihrahman]

Cambridge Central Mosque recently invited local key workers for tours and refreshments, showing appreciation for their efforts during the pandemic.

Really enjoyed filming the Mosque's #ThankYouDay event for @itvanglia – plus a few words from Trustee @ShahidaRahman.

#Cambridge

[Cambridge Muslim Heritage @CamMusHeritage]

"Never forget your roots."

@shahidarahman tells the story of growing up in #Cambridge, and why remembering her #heritage has shaped her into what she is today: https://t.co/mdjJtonIn8

#History #Bangladesh

[Cambridge Muslim Heritage @CamMusHeritage]

"I wonder how life could have been so different for me if my grandfather remained in #Bangladesh."

@ihrahman looks back to 1957 – the year his grandfather journeyed from #Sylhet to Britain: https://t.co/Y5E6Co8Ore

#Cambridge #History

[Ibrahim Rahman @ihrahman]

Students at Hills Road Sixth Form College @HillsRoadNews raised over £700 for @Karim_Fdn to help locals in need. An outstanding effort! 👏🏽

Read all about their fantastic work during #HillsSocialAction Week: https://t.co/b6S1Fl421S

#Cambridge #Fundraising

[Cambridge Muslim Heritage @CamMusHeritage]

Welcome to Cambridge Muslim Heritage!

This is a long-term project aiming to capture and share the stories of Muslims who lived in #Cambridge from decades past, providing a fascinating insight into Muslim life in this historic city.

Discover more at https://t.co/PB9axqvcZh

[Karim Foundation @Karim_Fdn]

More than £3,000 was raised for the Cambridge Ramadan Appeal. Thank you for your generosity and kindness! 💚🧡

Your donations have helped #Cambridge families and individuals in need of emergency food support: https://t.co/plq2D2eKWU

#CambridgeRamadan

[Ibrahim Rahman @ihrahman]

#EidMubarak to all my brothers and sisters around the world. May the blessings of #EidAlFitr meet you and your families.

Please remember those less fortunate than ourselves. I pray to Allah that this special day is a peaceful and joyous occasion for all.

[Karim Foundation @Karim_Fdn]

We have collectively raised over £1,800 for the Cambridge Ramadan Appeal since launching three weeks ago.

Your donations have provided #Cambridge residents in need with essential foods: https://t.co/lcv2bKbRc5

#CambridgeRamadan

[Ibrahim Rahman @ihrahman]

Cambridge 💚

[Ibrahim Rahman @ihrahman]

The @Karim_Fdn is raising urgent funds for #Cambridge families and individuals requiring emergency support.

Find out how you can support the Cambridge Ramadan Appeal: https://t.co/BQXgzYpupi

#CambridgeRamadan #Ramadan #Ramadan2021

[Ibrahim Rahman @ihrahman]

'Reflection' by Aminah Rahman
#HappyNewYear

[Cambridge Rise @cambridgerise]

Happy Birthday @ihrahman – have a great day! 🎂

[Ibrahim Rahman @ihrahman]

Three decades.

📸 @camdiary

[Cambridge Rise @cambridgerise]

"Are we remembering all of these men? Are we remembering those who gave their lives for us who were not born on our soil?"

We bring back this reflective piece by @shahidarahman: https://t.co/BEuu57PdxV

#RemembranceSunday #ArmisticeDay #Racism

[Ibrahim Rahman @ihrahman]

#MentalHealth continues to be a taboo subject within the #BritishBangladeshi community. It's hardly ever spoken about and some suffer in silence.

#WorldMentalHealthDay

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