The blessed month of Dhul-Hijjah has begun. The first ten days of Dhul-Hijjah are among the most sacred and spiritually significant days in the Islamic calendar, a time of worship, reflection, sacrifice, and generosity.

These are the days in which millions of Muslims around the world begin the pilgrimage of Hajj, prepare for Eid al-Adha, and increase in good deeds in the hope of drawing closer to Allah (SWT). The Prophet Muhammad (SAW) said: “There are no days on which righteous deeds are more beloved to Allah than these ten days.”
(Sahih al-Bukhari)

For many Muslims, these blessed days are an opportunity to reconnect spiritually after Ramadan, increase in worship, give charity, remember Allah (SWT), and support those facing hardship around the world.

Why Is Dhul-Hijjah Important?

Dhul-Hijjah is the final month of the Islamic calendar and carries immense spiritual significance. It is the month in which Hajj takes place — one of the five pillars of Islam — as pilgrims from around the world gather in Makkah for a journey of worship, sacrifice, and devotion.

The month also includes the Day of Arafah, expected to fall on 26th May 2026, regarded as one of the most important days of the Islamic year, followed by Eid al-Adha on 27th May 2026. For those not performing Hajj, the first ten days remain a powerful opportunity to increase in righteous deeds, including fasting, prayer, dhikr, and charity.

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A Time to Give

Across Gaza, Syria, Yemen, Sudan, Pakistan, and beyond, millions of families continue to face conflict, displacement, poverty, and hunger. As many of us prepare for Eid with our families, others are struggling to access food, clean water, healthcare, and safety.

During these sacred days, charity carries immense reward. Supporting vulnerable communities is not only an act of compassion but an opportunity to maximise the blessings of Dhul-Hijjah while helping families facing unimaginable hardship.

Whether through food support, clean water projects, medical aid, orphan sponsorship, or Qurbani, your donations can help bring relief and dignity to communities in crisis.

Watch the video below to find out how to automate your giving this Dhul Hijjah.

Automate Your Giving Across the Best Ten Days

Life moves quickly, and the days of Dhul-Hijjah can pass before we realise. That is why Action For Humanity’s Automated Giving programme allows you to schedule your donations across all ten days of Dhul-Hijjah, helping ensure your charity reaches those in need consistently throughout this sacred period.

You can choose the projects you wish to support, select your donation amount, and automate your giving across the ten days — from food and emergency aid to orphan sponsorship and Qurbani. This allows you to focus on your worship and ibadah with peace of mind that your charity is being distributed throughout the most rewarding days of the year.

Key Dates for Dhul-Hijjah 2026

• 1st Dhul-Hijjah – Monday 18th May 2026


• Day of Arafah (9th Dhul-Hijjah) – Tuesday 26th May 2026


• Eid al-Adha (10th Dhul-Hijjah) – Wednesday 27th May 2026

As the Islamic calendar follows the lunar cycle, dates may vary depending on the sighting of the moon.

Make the Most of These Blessed Days

The first ten days of Dhul-Hijjah are a gift. A chance to increase in worship, seek forgiveness, support others, and earn immense reward. As we welcome these sacred days, let us remember those facing hardship around the world and ensure our charity reaches those who need it most.

Automate your giving with Action For Humanity and help support vulnerable communities throughout the best ten days of the year.

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