Islam emphasizes the importance of knowledge to all man- kind. It is only through true knowledge that one can appreciate the Creator of the Universe namely Allah (swt). Muslims are ordained to seek knowledge from cradle to grave and as far as a person can to obtain it.

In as much as seeking knowledge is a must on every Muslim, dissemination of knowledge is also incumbent on Muslims to the members of the society. The methods of disseminating the information should be lawful, as well as the truth is to be released to everyone. Hiding or keeping the true knowledge away from those who seek it, is considered a sin.

The best investment for every human being is through: perpetual charity (Sadaqa Jariya), useful knowledge that people shall benefit or, and a loving child who shall make special prayers for his/her parents.

The Foundation has been established and registered with the Secretary of the State of Illinois since January 8,1987 as a non-profit, charitable, educational, religious and /or scientific society within the meaning of section 501 (c ) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code.

The Foundation has a tax-exempt status with the IRS, and donations are considered tax-deductible

The purposes of the FOUNDATION are summarized as follows:

1.       To promote Islamic Knowledge through education.

2.      To create a better understanding of Islam among Muslims and non-Muslims through education and communication.

3.       To publish books and other literature about Islam and its teachings

4.      To disseminate Islamic Knowledge and education through TV, Radio, Video, and other means of mass communications.

5.      To establish ecumenical among the religious people of America so that a better understanding will be created.

The activities of the FOUNDATION shall include, but not be limited to the following:

1.       Publishing literature pertaining to Islam.

2.      Producing audio cassettes and audio-visual tapes on certain topics of Islam.

3.       Giving lectures related to Islam as a religion, culture and civilization.

4.       Cooperation with other societies, foundations and organizations whose aims and objectives are similar to the FOUNDATION

The word knowledge (‘ILM) is mentioned in the Qur’an more than 700 times in 87
      different forms. Some of the pertinent Ayat are listed below.

1.       The first Ayat revealed to Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) at Cave Hira’ are in Surah Al-Alaq (The Clot) (96:1-5). They are related to knowledge of embryology through scientific investigation.

2.       Allah honors all those who are knowledgeable. These people cannot be compared with the ignorant ones. See Surah Al-Zumar (The Troops) (35:28)

3.       Only the knowledgeable people are those who do appreciate  the creations  of Allah (swt) . They are the ones who respect Him and worship Him with knowledge and humility. Please read Surah Fatir  (The  Creator) (35:28)

4.       Knowledge is in the Hands of Allah and it is at His disposal. People are to seek the true knowledge from its source namely Allah. Read Surah Al-Mulk (The Sovereignty) (67:26).

5.       People are to seek knowledge from Allah (swt) are to request Him to enrich them daily with ‘ILM. Read Surah Taha (20:114).

1.       In one Hadith the Prophet says: “The Knowledgeable people (‘Ulama) are the inheritors to the Prophets.”

2.       In another Hadith He encouraged Muslims to seek knowledge, saying: “Seeking knowledge is a must on every Muslim.”

3.       In another place, He demanded that knowledge is to be sought throughout lifetime, saying: “Seek knowledge from cradle to grave.”

4.       Knowledge is to be disseminated to all, and the best knowledge is that of the Qur’an, saying: “The best amongst you are the ones who learn Qur’an and teach it to others.”

5.       Knowledge is to be taught and to be carried on even after death. In His Hadith the Prophet said: “When a person dies, his deeds are over, except from three things; perpetual charity, a useful knowledge, or a good child who makes supplications for him.”