Ramadan Is Coming. Is Your Fundraising Actually Ready for It?
Build a stronger Ramadan campaign before the last ten nights. Learn from fundraisers who have led seven-figure campaigns across Muslim nonprofits.
60-80% of a Muslim nonprofit’s annual revenue comes in during Ramadan. Yet many campaigns start strong, then lose momentum before the last ten nights. More posts and more appeals will not fix a weak plan. You need clear systems that guide your team from the first message to the final gift.
What You Will Walk Away With
- The frameworks that separate consistent Ramadan performers from organizations that spike and stall, applied to your institution.
- A clear look at what usually is NOT working in donor stewardship, campaign structure, and follow-through, and why it drags results down.
- Practical moves you can make before Ramadan to set up donor engagement, your ask, and your team for a stronger season.
- A live Q&A where you can bring your organization’s specific challenge.
At the close of the session, Oaktree will share a unique offering to support your organization through its Ramadan plan.
The Speakers
Nadeem Riaz: Senior Trainer, Fund Development Strategist
Nadeem Riaz is a senior trainer and consultant at Oaktree Institute specializing in fund development, major gifts, and strategic growth for Muslim‑led nonprofits. With over 15 years of experience in fundraising and organizational development, he currently serves as the Director of Development at CAIR‑LA and has previously held leadership roles with LaunchGood, Islamic Relief, Penny Appeal, and Devon Bank. Nadeem combines deep community experience with practical fundraising strategy, helping organizations strengthen donor relationships, scale revenue, and build sustainable development systems. He holds an MBA in Management with a focus on Strategic Development and Finance from California State University–San Bernardino and teaches as an adjunct professor of Business. Based in Southern California, Nadeem brings a values‑driven, storytelling‑centered approach to helping nonprofits grow with clarity and confidence.
Akber Ali: Fund Development Strategist
Akber Ali is a trainer and consultant at Oaktree Institute specializing in fund development strategy, operational excellence, and nonprofit leadership for Muslim-led organizations. With over 15 years of nonprofit experience, he is the Founder and CEO of Mus Advisory Group, advising more than 20 charities globally, and previously served as Chief Operating Officer of Penny Appeal Canada, Director of Business Development in North America for LaunchGood, and Executive Director of Droplets of Mercy, which he co-founded. Akber combines hands-on campaign experience with executive leadership, helping organizations build the fundraising systems, strategy, and the teams that sustain growth. Based in Calgary, Alberta, he brings a practical, results-driven approach to helping nonprofits raise more and grow with integrity.
