Exclusive Super Qurbani — 3 acts of kindness. 1 donation. From £80. Limited shares for Gaza, Sudan & Yemen.
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21st May 2026
Qurbani (or ‘Udhiya’ - an Arabic word meaning ‘blood sacrifice’) is the sacrifice of an animal for the glorification of Allah. The word Qurbani comes from ‘Qurban’, an Arabic term that means an act performed to seek God’s pleasure.
After Eid al-Adha prayers, which mark the end of the sacred Hajj pilgrimage, Muslims around the world will follow in the footsteps of the Prophet ﷺ by sacrificing an animal or paying to have one sacrificed on their behalf.
Each year, Muslims commemorate the obedience of the Prophet Ibrahim (AS) by making an animal sacrifice to the glory of God. This is because, in the story of the Prophet Ibrahim (AS), in a dream, Allah commanded Ibrahim to sacrifice his innocent son Ismail.
Although Ibrahim loved his son very much, he was willing to give him up because God had told him to. At the last minute, Allah provided a ram as an alternative sacrifice, sparing the life of Ismail.
To this day, Qurbani payments are made in honour of the Prophet Ibrahim’s sacrifices and surrender to the will of Allah. When we offer our Qurbani, we prove that we too are completely obedient to God and His commands.
War, oppression, and spiralling food prices have triggered famine in Gaza and Sudan, and famine-like conditions in Yemen. Tens of thousands of children are on the verge of starvation as they are left so weak that they are unable to move.
Your Qurbani payments are essential in providing vulnerable families with nutritious food and the knowledge that they are cared for and supported. The gift of Qurbani is also the gift of hope.
From Gaza to Sudan, your Qurbani is a lifeline. Give your sacrifice today to reach children who need it most. Donate your Qurbani today.
First off, we should know who Qurbani applies to. There are two schools of thought. One believes that Qurbani is highly recommended and a Sunnah, and the other believes that it is wajib – meaning mandatory on all Muslims who can afford it (anyone who is eligible to pay Zakat).
Shaykh Ibn Uthaymin said,
"Each point of view has its evidence, but to be on the safe side, the one who is able to offer a sacrifice should not neglect to do so, because of what is involved in this act of reverence towards Allah, remembering Him, and making sure that one has nothing to be blamed for."
You can make your Qurbani payment anytime during the month of Hajj (Dhul Hijjah), but the sooner we receive it, the better the chance we have of ensuring that the beneficiary will have their parcel in time for Eid ul-Adha.
The Qurbani animals themselves can be slaughtered from the 10th day of Dhul Hijjah until sunset on the 12th day. According to certain sources, the act of Qurbani is best performed directly after Eid prayers are over.
If your donation is late and we aren’t able to carry out your sacrifice within the four days of Eid, your charity will still be performed, but it will count as Sadaqah.
To be prepared for Hajj, check out our Hajj checklist for everything you need to get ready before it arrives.
A minimum of one third of the meat must go to poor or vulnerable people, and traditionally, the remaining two thirds are split between the donor’s family and neighbourhood. In the UK, many people choose to perform their Qurbani in poorer countries, where the entirety of their donation goes to vulnerable people so their donation can have the greatest impact.
If the days of Eid al-Adha (10th–12th Dhul Hijjah) have passed and you missed your mandatory sacrifice, you should donate the market value of one Qurbani animal as Sadaqah to the poor. While this doesn't replace the specific reward of a timely sacrifice, it fulfils the obligation and ensures vulnerable families still receive essential food aid. At Human Appeal, we can facilitate this donation to ensure your contribution reaches those in need.
Make up for a missed Qurbani by donating the value as Sadaqah today.
Under the Hanafi school, if both husband and wife independently meet the Nisab threshold, they must each perform their own Qurbani. They cannot share a single small animal (sheep or goat). However, a husband may choose to pay for his wife’s Qurbani as a gift, provided she gives her consent. If only one spouse meets the wealth requirement, only that spouse is obligated to offer the sacrifice.
There are many things you can sacrifice to Allah in worship, but when it comes to Qurbani, an animal sacrifice is the usual tradition. The animals commonly used for Qurbani are sheep, cows, goats and camels. They can be male or female but must be in good health and free from any defects. The goats and sheep must be at least one year old, cattle two years and camels five years old.
Each Qurbani animal makes up a certain number of shares. A small animal such as a sheep or goat counts as one Qurbani share, while larger animals like camels and cattle count as seven Qurbani shares each. You can buy as many shares as you like.
Hady is the sacrifice that the pilgrims make; Qurbani/Udhiya refers to the sacrifice that non-pilgrims make – for Muslims who are not on the spiritual journey of Hajj.
In the Hanafi school of thought, every adult family member who meets the Nisab (minimum wealth threshold) must provide their own sacrifice. In other schools, one large animal (like a cow or camel) can be shared by up to seven people, or a head of the household can offer one small animal (like a sheep or goat) on behalf of the entire family.
We carefully select local farmers to work with and inspect the animals ahead of time to make sure they have been cared for in accordance with Islamic principles and meet the requirements for Qurbani.
This year, we’re distributing Qurbani parcels to families in 20 countries worldwide. For a full list of locations, please visit our Qurbani Appeal page.
No. We’re upfront and transparent about all costs. 100% of your donation goes to fulfilling your Qurbani donation, and no extra costs are added.
Our country staff surveys and assesses the needs of local families ahead of Qurbani to work out where help is most needed. We complete needs assessments, often focusing on female-headed households and families that live below the poverty line. Often, Qurbani is the only time in the year that some people will have the chance to eat meat.
Some families will already be benefiting from our help in other ways – through orphan sponsorship, Ramadan distribution or by attending a school or hospital we’re supporting – but for others, this will be the first time they receive help.
Many people wonder about the “cruelty” of animal slaughter. The truth is, in Islam, there is no allowance for cruelty to animals. The Prophet ﷺ was kind to animals, and he said the following when it comes to animal slaughter: “…when you slaughter, slaughter in a good way. So every one of you should sharpen his knife, and let the slaughtered animal die comfortably.” (Sahih Muslim)
If the slaughter is done ideally, according to the sunnah, the animal feels little to no pain as it is killed quickly with a sharp knife.
We ensure that the people you support receive value-for-money and that quality meat is used – all sacrificed according to the Prophetic tradition. With 35 years of experience, our local teams have decades of expertise and community knowledge, working with local farmers to support businesses in each country we work in. All animals are inspected ahead of slaughter to ensure they’re healthy and well cared for. Your Qurbani is an Amanah to us, and we ensure your sacrifices are done on time between the first and fourth days of Eid al Adha, as is required for the Udhiya sacrifice.
Since we buy our Qurbani animals in advance to have them ready for slaughter on Eid day, we recommend donating early so that your donation is secured, and performed once Eid prayer is complete.
In 2025, you helped us reach over 1,195,563 people with fresh, nutritious meat, providing over 3.5 million meals.
From just £26, you can reap the blessings of Qurbani during the best 10 days of the year. Follow in the footsteps of the Prophets and help vulnerable families to eat well this Eid. This year, we’re helping you make the most of your mercy by absorbing rising costs to ensure that our cheapest Qurbani available is at the same price as last year. A limited number of animals are available, so give early and reap the blessings of Dhul Hijjah.
Share your sacrifice with the world’s most vulnerable and donate your Qurbani today.
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