Arabic Language Fund

Support Students to Study Arabic Abroad

The AZF Arabic Language Fund is an initiative by Abu Zahra Foundation (Keighley, UK) to support serious and committed students to study Arabic abroad in a Muslim country such as Egypt or Turkey.

This fund exists to remove financial barriers for eligible students and help develop future students of knowledge who will benefit the wider Muslim community.

What the Fund Supports

Successful applicants may receive a fully funded Arabic study award, which can include:

  •  Tuition fees (paid directly to the institute)
  •  Return flights (economy)
  •  Term-based living support grant (2–3 payments per year)
  •  Books and study materials
 Programme Length: Normally 1 year (in select cases, longer may be approved)
 Students Supported Each Year: 2 students (subject to funds)
 First Intake: September 2026

Zakat & Sadaqah

We accept

  • Zakat (for eligible recipients only)
  • Sadaqah (also accepted)

All Zakat donations are distributed only to Zakat-eligible students, in accordance with Islamic guidelines.

  • Who Can Apply?

    Applicants should be:

    •  Zakat eligible (for Zakat-funded support)
    •  Strong academically and capable of intensive study
    •  Committed and serious about learning Arabic full-time
    •  Able to travel and study abroad
    •  Able to provide two references
    •  Typically aged 18–30 (exceptions may be considered)
     Preference may be given to applicants from the Keighley or Bradford area where candidates are otherwise similar.

  • Key Dates (2026)

    • Fundraising Launch: February 2026
    • Applications Open: April 2026
    • Selections Complete By: End of July 2026
    • Programme Begins: September 2026

Contact

For questions or further information, email:
scholarships@abuzahra.org

Donate

Support the Arabic Language Fund by donating your Zakat or Sadaqah

Donate here