2025 marked ten years of Murfreesboro Muslim Youth. It was also a year when MMY faced the possibility of closing its doors, and the community responded, raising more than $55,000 in five weeks to keep the MMY Center open. Youth-led programs grew across food security, interfaith work, and leadership.
$55,000+raised in five weeks to keep the center open
2025 highlights
$55,000+raised in five weeks
The community saved MMY
121 individual donors and a $25,000 matching gift from The Healing Trust raised over $55,000 in five weeks to keep the MMY Center open.
After 10 years of service, MMY reached a critical crossroads. In just five weeks, 121 individual donors raised $30,165, matched by a $25,000 gift from The Healing Trust, for a total of more than $55,000. Community Action of Rutherford County hosted a benefit dinner in MMY's honor. The support sustains operations for the next 12 months.
10years of 30 Days of Giving
30 Days of Giving turns 10
15+ youth-led activities, 200+ meals and food boxes distributed, and 50+ volunteers across Murfreesboro.
MMY marked 10 years of 30 Days of Giving with 15+ youth-led activities, 200+ meals and food boxes distributed, and 50+ volunteers across Murfreesboro.
42students competed at MIST
Murfreesboro MIST
42 students participated, 11 advanced to regional and state competitions.
42 students participated, 11 advanced to regional and state competitions, and volunteers gave 356 hours to support the team.
500+MTSU students engaged
MMY at MTSU
500+ students engaged through 30+ campus events and service initiatives.
More than 500 students engaged through 30+ campus events and service initiatives, with 10+ partnerships supported.
24+boys in Boys' Club
Boys' Club
24+ boys took part in 12 sessions led by 8 youth mentors.
24+ boys took part in 12 sessions led by 8 youth mentors, building respect, accountability, and teamwork.
400+children given school supplies
School Supply Giveaway
400+ children and 100+ families served, with 100+ food boxes and bags distributed.
With community partners, MMY served 400+ children and 100+ families and distributed 100+ food boxes and bags.
2,000+neighbors at Love Your Neighbor
Love Your Neighbor
2,000+ neighbors, 35+ booths, and 100+ youth volunteers at one of the region's most visible interfaith events.
More than 2,000 neighbors, 35+ booths, and 100+ youth volunteers came together in one of the most visible interfaith events in the region.
1,100+Thanksgiving meals delivered
Giving Thanks by Giving
1,100+ Thanksgiving meals reached 300+ families and organizations.
More than 1,100 Thanksgiving meals reached 300+ families and organizations, delivered by 60+ volunteers.
26youth at the ICNA convention
ICNA convention trip
26 MMY youth and 4 chaperones attended the Islamic Circle of North America convention.
26 MMY youth and 4 chaperones attended the Islamic Circle of North America convention, connecting with peers nationwide.
Finances
Total funds received
$126,608
Personal donations
$84,947
Grant funding
$30,410
Events income
$11,251
Total expenses
$120,242
Facilities and center
$49,131
Program services and operations
$71,111
MMY's board is 100% volunteer-led, and every board member is an active financial contributor.
2025 board of directors
Abdou Kattih, President
Maia Sadek, Vice President
Asmaa Mohamed, Administration
Ayman Yaseen, Finance
Masa Bourini, Community Service
Monia Mohamed, Marketing
Rola Shehata, Youth Development
Samir Abdeljawad, Communications
Yusuf Ali, Facilities
In their words
This organization does the most impactful community outreach work in town. Period.
Trent D.2025 annual report
Murfreesboro Youth Muslim has been an incredible blessing for my family. My kids absolutely adore the activities they offer.
Wejdan A.2025 annual report
What an amazing team never get tired. Well well organized. Always first to respond to all community needs.
