Every Ramadan since 2016

Appreciation Iftar

An annual Ramadan iftar honoring nonprofit leaders, faith partners, and volunteers in Murfreesboro and Rutherford County.

MMY leaders Sarah Alzabet and Haneen Ahmad talking with a guest at the Appreciation Iftar

The people who serve Murfreesboro and Rutherford County don't always know each other. Our Appreciation Iftar fixes that.

Each Ramadan, we invite nonprofit leaders, faith partners, and community volunteers to share an evening with us, breaking our fast together at sunset in gratitude for the work they do alongside us all year long.

What we do

An iftar is the meal that breaks the daily fast during Ramadan. Since 2016, our Appreciation Iftar has honored local nonprofits, civic leaders, first responders, and volunteers, sharing that meal with them at sunset.

It is one of our flagship events, celebrating the nonprofit community while building bridges and showing care.

Highlights over the years

  1. 2016

    The first Appreciation Iftar.

  2. 2022

    The Appreciation Iftar returned, celebrating local nonprofits and volunteers.

  3. 2024

    The interfaith dinner honored local nonprofits, civic leaders, and first responders, including a Person of the Year recognition.

Questions

What is an iftar?

An iftar is the evening meal Muslims eat to break their fast at sunset during Ramadan.

Who is invited to the Appreciation Iftar?

Local nonprofit leaders, faith partners, and community volunteers. Email us before Ramadan if your organization would like to attend.

More answers on our FAQ page.

Get involved

Nonprofit and faith leaders interested in attending can contact us before Ramadan.

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