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ABOUT US

United in Compassion, Changing Lives Through Faith

Founded in 1998 in the Cedar-Riverside neighborhood, home to many Somali American families. ICSA serves as a civic and spiritual hub for Muslims in Minneapolis. We believe Islamic and democratic values go hand-in-hand to promote justice and service.

SERVICES

Our comprehensive services

Our services are focused on creating lasting change through community development, healthcare access, educational support, and emergency relief.

🕌 Mosque & Prayer Services

Daily salat, Jumu’ah, Eid, and Ramadan activities at Dar Al-Hijrah Mosque.

đź§• Counseling & Family Services

Premarital, marital, and faith-based counseling.

đź“– Quran & Islamic Classes

Youth and adult learning opportunities.

🩺 Community Health Programs

Offering health resources, wellness workshops, and education on chronic illness and mental health.

🫱🏽‍🫲🏾 Interfaith Engagement

Hosting and visiting faith partners to promote understanding.

👥 Civic Leadership

Workshops on civic responsibility, public speaking, and participation in local governance to empower Muslim voices.

WHAT WE DO

Building hope creating lasting change

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Youth Development Model

Designed to build capacity within the family as the primary engine of youth success.

🌎 Interfaith Action

Regular visits, presentations, and partnerships with non-Muslim organizations, including universities and civic leaders.

📣 Civic Literacy & Advocacy

Educating and equipping the community to participate in civic and democratic life.

OUR CAUSES

Supporting communities causes

We focus on impactful causes that address urgent community needs, from healthcare and education to food security and for lasting change.

🏗️ Mosque Expansion

Help us expand our center to serve more families and students.

đź•‹ Zakat & Sadaqah

Fulfill your obligation through local, transparent distribution.

WHY CHOOSE ISCA

Faithful. Transparent. Community-Driven.

Our dedication, transparency, and community-driven approach set us apart. partnering with us,programs that create meaningful change.

Years of experience serving Minnesota
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OUR PROGRAM

Empowering our programs

Our programs are designed to create sustainable change by addressing community needs, empowering individuals, long-term development through education.

OUR WORK

Highlights of our impactful work

Discover the positive change we’ve created through our programs, partnerships, and dedicated efforts. From healthcare and education to mental health and counseling access.

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🩺 Healthcare + 📚 Education Support

Our integrated approach has supported over 10,000+ individuals through health screenings, Qur’an and Arabic instruction, and academic enrichment programs. These services equip youth and families with both physical well-being and Islamic educational foundations, fostering holistic community growth.

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đź§  Mental Health & Counseling Access

Our culturally sensitive mental health initiatives have served countless families, offering trauma support, youth group therapy, and marital counseling through an Islamic lens.

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đź§• Women in Leadership Impact

200+ women have completed our leadership and civic engagement training, going on to lead community events, facilitate classes, and represent ICSA in interfaith forums.

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Your Contribution, Matters to Us

Your generous support enables ICSA to continue its mission of fostering faith, education, and civic leadership. Every donation, large or small, fuels programs that uplift lives and serve our diverse community.

HOW IT WORKS

From Values to Action, Step by Step

Our work is guided by faith, shaped by community voices, and driven by meaningful outcomes. Each step is intentional, ensuring every program serves real needs and creates lasting change.

đź§­ Identify Community Needs

We engage with local families, youth, and partners to understand spiritual, educational, and health-related challenges in our neighborhood.

đź“‹ Plan Faith-Based Programs

We design responsive programs: Qur’an classes, health screenings, youth mentoring, and civic workshops grounded in Islamic principles and community input.

🤝 Implement with Compassion

Our trained staff and volunteers deliver services through Dar Al-Hijrah Mosque and community events, ensuring dignity, accessibility, and trust.

📊 Evaluate & Share Impact

We regularly gather feedback, report outcomes, and improve programs while keeping donors informed and engaged through transparency.

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Stories of impact and hope

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