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  MLFA Board · [email protected]
April 10, 2021 at 4:11 PM

A Message from the MLFA Board of Directors

Have issue viewing this email? Click here     Assalamu'alaykum John,Former Executive Director Khalil Meek, resigned from MLFA on November 25th, 2020 and as of this date has had no relations or connections to MLFA nor does he represent the organization …
  Team MLFA · [email protected]
March 31, 2021 at 4:37 PM

You’re making a difference

Thank you! Have issue viewing this email? Click here     Assalamu'alaykum John, As we wrap up Women’s History Month, we wanted to take a moment to highlight the important contributions made by our own Arshia Ali-Khan, the interim CEO since June of 2…
  Arshia Ali-Khan · [email protected]
March 29, 2021 at 6:08 PM

You’re making a difference

Preview Thank you! Have issue viewing this email? Click here     Assalamu'alaykum John, In a Pew Research Center Study on Muslim’s view of life in America that was conducted in 2017 during the second year of the Trump administration, the findings clear…
  Arshia Ali-Khan · [email protected]
March 22, 2021 at 1:59 PM

You can make a difference

Share MLFA with your family and friends Have issue viewing this email? Click here     Assalamu'alaykum John, Early Spring is not just a time of hope for us here at MLFA, it’s also a time of reflection. It’s when we put together our annual report and loo…
  Arshia Ali-Khan · [email protected]
March 19, 2021 at 9:35 PM

MLFA stands against bigotry of all kinds

Preview Have issue viewing this email? Click here     Assalamu'alaykum John, We at MLFA grieve for the families and friends of the victims of the Atlanta-area shootings that took place on Tuesday, March 16. While it’s not clear that the suspect’s attack w…
  Team MLFA · [email protected]
March 15, 2021 at 5:01 PM

The neighbors are talking. We know we can help.

Preview That piece of junk in your driveway is the problem. Dear John,We’re telling you this as a friend. Don’t be mad. That piece of junk in your driveway is an eyesore. Your kids are rolling their eyes so hard they’re getting whiplash. You’re going to have to get a towing service, …
  Team MLFA · [email protected]
February 23, 2021 at 4:03 PM

When can giving get you thrown in jail, John ?

Preview Have unjust National Security Claims compromised your giving?   Salaam John, I’m reaching out to you today to get your feedback about a pressing issue in the American Muslim community. Your input is crucial to informing the work and mission of the Muslim L…
  Team MLFA · [email protected]
February 18, 2021 at 2:00 AM

What issues are MOST detrimental to the Muslim community, John 🤔?

Take this 1 minute poll and help direct our efforts...   Salaam John, The issues that face the American Muslim community are many and diverse. From criminal and civil issues to immigration and community issues: American Muslims face challenges in nearly every aspe…
  Team MLFA · [email protected]
February 11, 2021 at 9:02 PM

An invitation to Learning

Join us next Thursday!   Salaam John, February 18th is the Year of Learning’s - Learning Launch. Please join us, as we strengthen our collective power to open pathways for impactful giving towards Muslim American non-profit organizations serving in the United S…
  Team MLFA · [email protected]
February 1, 2021 at 4:03 PM

Happy Black History Month from MLFA!

  Salaam John, The contribution of African American communities to this country cannot be overstated. From it’s very inception, this nation was built under the guise of equality and justice, while being grossly unequal and unjust. African American Muslims face an add…
  Team MLFA · [email protected]
January 20, 2021 at 11:13 PM

It is time to heal our divided country.

    Assalamu Alaikum!On behalf of our community, we would like to congratulate our 46th President of the United States, Joe Biden, and our first female, first black, and first Asian-American, 49th Vice President, Kamala Harris!President-elect Biden h…
  Team MLFA · [email protected]
January 19, 2021 at 7:17 PM

Will this be the time of healing?

Have issue viewing this email? Click here     Assalamu'alaykum John, The past 4 years have brought endless challenges and threats in society, ranging from racially-motivated violence to Islamophobia.  Many American Muslims suffered from ho…
  Hatem Bazian · [email protected]
January 7, 2021 at 4:46 PM

MLFA calls on the President and Congress

1.6.21 | Assault on the U.S. Capitol   Have issues viewing this email? Click here 1.6.21 | Violent Assault on the U.S. Capitol   MLFA CALLS ON THE PRESIDENT AND CONGRESS Muslim Legal Fund of America deplores the …
  Team MLFA · [email protected]
December 19, 2020 at 6:00 PM

When thinking about 2020, what will you remember?

Your achievements of course! You fought and WON. Assalamu Alaikum Wa Rahmatullahi Wa Barakah Tu, The challenges we faced in the year 2020 still continue: the pandemic took an enormous amount of human lives, paused people’s progress on life and career goals. It has intensified …
  Muslim Legal Fund of America · [email protected]
December 12, 2020 at 7:09 PM

Supreme Court’s Decision That Muslims Can Sue FBI Agents

Preview The Importance of the Supreme Court’s Decision That Muslims Can Sue FBI Agents for Being Placed on the No-Fly List as Retaliation for Refusing to be Informants On Thursday, the CUNY-CLEAR,[1] led by Professor Ramzi Kassem, won an important decision from the United …
  MLFA · [email protected]
December 1, 2020 at 5:02 PM

Have you contributed today? ✊

Preview Today is the big day: GivingTuesday✊ Resilience in the Face of AdversityJoin MLFA on #GivingTuesday “Resilience” means to bend but not break. This characteristic is essential when it comes to litigation because it involves a tremendous amount of work over an exte…
  MLFA · [email protected]
November 30, 2020 at 7:35 PM

Stand up & make a difference this Giving Tuesday!✊

Support resilience in the face of adversity ✊✊ Resilience in the Face of AdversityJoin MLFA on #GivingTuesday "Resilience" means to bend but not break. This characteristic is essential when it comes to litigation because it involves a tremendous amount of work over an e…
  MLFA · [email protected]
November 25, 2020 at 6:05 PM

Are you giving, this Giving Tuesday?

Preview Giving Tuesday: December 1st Resilience in the Face of AdversityJoin MLFA on #GivingTuesday “Resilience” means to bend but not break. This characteristic is essential when it comes to litigation because it involves a tremendous amount of work over an extended per…
  Arshia Ali-Khan · [email protected]
October 20, 2020 at 5:36 PM

Thank you for making our Gala successful!

Preview Recording + How you can still help!     As-Salaamu Alaykum John, It's simple. We believe that ... Justice for ONE, is Justice for ALL. "The Muslim Legal Fund of America's (MLFA) work today is actually shaping and creating a new topograp…
  MLFA · [email protected]
October 15, 2020 at 11:01 PM

We're going live in 60 minutes!

Preview Join us now! As Salaamu Alaykum John, Alhamdulillah, a little over a month ago, we announced that we will be having our first ever, Virtual Black Tie Charity Gala. By the Grace of Allah, we are excited to announce that TONIGHT is the night, inshaAllah at 7:00…
  MLFA · [email protected]
October 15, 2020 at 1:11 PM

It’s happening tonight, so don’t forget dress up!

Tonight at 7PM CDT, don't miss out! As Salaamu Alaykum John,In our last newsletter we reminded you all of our upcoming Virtual Black Tie Charity Gala. We would like to take the time to introduce you to each of our speakers today and give you some background information on each person y…
  Khalil Meek @ MLFA · [email protected]
October 7, 2020 at 12:21 PM

Invitation from our Executive Director

Watch this short video As Salaamu Alaykum John,As 2020 progresses, there is no limit to what can be expected. This year has reinforced something we have always known but can easily forget - God is the best of all planners. While we continue to adapt to the ever changing world around us…
  Muslim Legal Fund of America · [email protected]
September 29, 2020 at 10:31 PM

Keith Ellison Invites You To The MLFA Virtual Gala

Preview Short Video from Attorney General As Salaamu Alaykum John,Join us and hear from the Attorney General of Minnesota, Keith Ellison, on the importance of our mission! MLFA works to advance equality and justice for American Muslim organizations and individuals by promoting legal com…
  Muslim Legal Fund of America · [email protected]
September 23, 2020 at 4:26 PM

The Angels Await! Are you ready?

Preview Don't miss out!! As Salaamu Alaykum John,We are absolutely humbled to hear all of the excitement for our upcoming Virtual Black Tie Charity Gala on October 15th at 7PM CSTMany have asked, “Why - The Angels Await”?As you know, our mission at MLFA is entirely about justice. Allah …
  Muslim Legal Fund of America · [email protected]
September 18, 2020 at 12:36 AM

Press Release: Interim CEO Appointment

Preview Interim CEO to Lead Implementation of Organizational Strategic Plan FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 17, 2020 Muslim Legal Fund of America Appoints Interim CEO To Lead Implementation of Organizational Strategic Plan September…
  Muslim Legal Fund of America · [email protected]
September 16, 2020 at 1:41 PM

Incredible Line Up of Speakers

RSVP Today & Share! As Salaamu Alaykum John,Today, we wanted to introduce you to our line-up of speakers for the Gala! The ideas and first-hand accounts told by our speakers will exemplify the importance of the night, and promote the invaluable support needed as we move forward wit…
  Muslim Legal Fund of America · [email protected]
September 10, 2020 at 4:01 PM

Something Spectacular Coming - Save the Date

Preview An evening to remember! As Salaamu Alaykum John,Muslim Legal Fund of America is proud to present you with our first everVirtual Black Tie Charity Gala Join us on Thursday, October 15th, 2020 at 7PM CDT and become immersed as we guide you through the single mos…
  Khalil Meek & Team · [email protected]
July 31, 2020 at 8:06 PM

Eid Al-Adha Mubarak!

    Assalamu’alaykum John, May the blessings of this auspicious holiday fill your heart & home with peace & happiness.Happy Eid Al-Adha!   Sent to: [email protected] Unsubscribe Muslim Legal Fund of America, 833 …
  Khalil Meek · [email protected]
July 30, 2020 at 7:41 PM

Day 9: The world is not perfect...

but on this day, Islam was perfected for the world.       Assalamu’alaykum John, The day of Arafah is the best day of the year, the day on which Allah (swt) tells us He perfected our religion. As we supplicate to our Lord on this day, fast to expia…
  Arshia Ali-Khan | MLFA · [email protected]
July 29, 2020 at 7:30 PM

Day 8: How our beneficiaries inspire us

Will you help keep hope alive?       Assalamu’alaykum John, While we strive to facilitate hope to those who are unjustly targeted by religiously-motivated violations to their rights, the truth is, many of our clients inspire hope in us, too.They app…
  Abdullah Al Mamun | MLFA · [email protected]
July 28, 2020 at 7:27 PM

Day 7: Plant the seeds of hope

...and watch justice bloom       Assalamu’alaykum John, This beautiful hadith of the Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) speaks volumes on the necessity of doing what we can, no matter how late, even if we won’t necessarily see the fruits of …
  The Team @ MLFA · [email protected]
July 27, 2020 at 7:26 PM

Day 6: Defend. Expose. Speak up.

Preview How YOU can stem the tide of injustice       Assalamu’alaykum John, What does supporting an organization like Muslim Legal Fund of America accomplish?Your contribution helps:Defend our rights, despite the rising tide of racism and hate Counte…
  Akili Ujima | MLFA Beneficiary · [email protected]
July 26, 2020 at 7:26 PM

Day 5: How you help facilitate hope in justice

My story       Assalamu’alaykum John, Some boast about being ‘self-made men’ on account of their professional status, achievements, or financial portfolio. My name is Mr. Ujima, and while I am proud of my achievements in the civil sector, I won’t ve…
  Arshia Ali-Khan | MLFA · [email protected]
July 25, 2020 at 7:24 PM

Day 4: How you help shed light on injustice

One beneficiary's story       Assalamu’alaykum John, Today, we share the story of MLFA beneficiary and CLCMA client Lassana Magassa, an American citizen who found himself fighting for his rights after being targeted by U.S. government agencies for no …
  Abdullah Al Mamun | MLFA · [email protected]
July 24, 2020 at 7:19 PM

Day 3: Why does litigation even matter?

FAQ's about funding justice       Assalamu’alaykum John, You may be wondering why funding court cases even matters. Here, we address common questions and stress the importance of this work.What does litigation do for us?Simply put, courts exist to p…
  The Team @ MLFA · [email protected]
July 23, 2020 at 7:10 PM

Day 2: How do we reconcile the dream of America?

The reality & the hope...       Assalamu’alaykum John,It is often hard to reconcile the dream of America with the nightmares we see: bans and border walls, Brown kids in cages, White knees on Black necks, Blue badges against civilians. Lives were …
  Khalil Meek · [email protected]
July 22, 2020 at 7:04 PM

Day 1: A rare occurrence & a great opportunity

Dhul Hijjah Greetings!     Assalamu’alaykum John, I write to you as Dhul Hijjah begins with wishes of safety, security, and in solidarity as we continue to experience momentous challenges in our lives. We are still largely locked out of our mosques, and must …
  MLFA Monthly · [email protected]
July 21, 2020 at 11:45 PM

MLFA Monthly | July 2020

Case updates & gearing up for the best 10 days of the year Having issues viewing this email? Click here         JULY 2020 DONATE    |   VOLUNTEER    |    GET INVOLVED   |    SUSTAIN Assalamu…
  Muslim Legal Fund of America · [email protected]
July 15, 2020 at 4:10 PM

HLF5 - Mufid Abdulqader: Emergency Motion for Compassionate Release

News Alert: Motion filed for Mufid Abdulqader (HLF5) Have issue viewing this email? Click here News Alert: Motion filed for Mufid Abdulqader (HLF5) MLFA Outreach Director Ayman Taleb (left) seen here with Mufid Abdulqader Assalamu’alaykum J…
  Ayman Taleb · [email protected]
July 4, 2020 at 3:00 PM

We Can't Wait for the Masjids to Open Again Too.

Having issues viewing this email? Click here   As-Salāmu 'Alaykum John, I, along with everyone at Muslim Legal Fund of America (MLFA), am anxious to get back into my masjid. I miss seeing all the beautiful, shining face…
  MLFA Monthly · [email protected]
June 30, 2020 at 11:02 PM

MLFA Monthly | June 2020

Video spotlight, case updates, & more Having issues viewing this email? Click here         JUNE 2020 DONATE    |   VOLUNTEER    |    GET INVOLVED   |    SUSTAIN Assalamu'alaykum John, We cl…
  Khalil Meek · [email protected]
June 22, 2020 at 6:01 PM

With Sincere Thanks

And a commitment to justice Having issues viewing this email? Click here     Assalamu'alaykum John,I hope this message finds you in the best of health and Iman.I know it is a difficult time for many, and an uncertain time still. I am firm in my beli…
  Shari Crittendon · [email protected]
June 15, 2020 at 4:00 PM

The work of justice is personal...

That's why I focus on community.   Having issues viewing this email? Click here   Salaam and greetings John, Growing up in Brooklyn, New York, my first memory as a four-year-old was seeing people running, screaming and crying down our street, as the…
  Khalil Meek & the MLFA team · [email protected]
June 5, 2020 at 5:32 PM

A Day of Hope & Action

MLFA Joins American Muslims Across the Nation Having issues viewing this email? Click here   Assalamu'alaykum John, Muslim Legal Fund of America joins American Muslims across the nation to dedicate today to the importance of jus…
  MLFA Monthly · [email protected]
May 29, 2020 at 9:01 PM

MLFA Monthly | May 2020

Preview Renewed promises, Ramadan recap, case updates, & more Having issues viewing this email? Click here         MAY 2020 DONATE    |   VOLUNTEER    |    GET INVOLVED   |    SUSTAIN Assalam…
  Khalil Meek & the MLFA team · [email protected]
May 24, 2020 at 1:01 PM

A blessed, joyous Eid Mubarak!

From your MLFA family Having issues viewing this email? Click here   Assalamu'alaykum John,On behalf of the team at MLFA, and the board, staff, lawyers, and beneficiaries, I wish you a very happy Eid Mubarak!All glory and thanks belong first and foremost to Allah…
  Tarek for MLFA · [email protected]
May 21, 2020 at 6:24 PM

See the impact of your support!

Last odd night of Ramadan, best deeds await! Having issues viewing this email? Click here Assalaamu ‘alaykum John, In shaa Allah this message finds you in the best of health, safety, and Imaan in these final blessed days of Ramadan.As we pr…
  Khalil from MLFA · [email protected]
May 19, 2020 at 7:02 PM

Empower your future on the night of power

Lessons from Malcolm X, 9/11, & COVID-19 Having issues viewing this email? Click here   Assalaamu ‘alaykum John, Today, we commemorate the legacy of our dear brother El-Hajj Malik El-Shabazz, Malcolm X, and the spirit of activism…
  Team MLFA · [email protected]
May 18, 2020 at 8:12 PM

Today's challenge ends soon!

Can you help MLFA get to the top? Having issues viewing this email? Click here   Assalamu'alaykum John, We wanted to take this opportunity to thank our incredible network of supporters for all of their contributions, supplications, and assistance towards the w…
  The Team @ MLFA · [email protected]
May 15, 2020 at 6:01 PM

A Promise Fulfilled At Last...

Preview One client's freedom. Having issues viewing this email? Click here Assalaamu ‘alaykum John,As the days of Ramadan dwindle down, and the blessings to be had yet within our grasp, we are reminded that it is how we finish, regardless of how we start, th…