"Ya Allah, put kindness in the hearts of people to support this child's education. Aameen."  

Zakat Eligible: Yes

Location: Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh

A Young Boy's Dream Hangs in the Balance  

Assalamu Alaikum dear brothers and sisters,  

My name is Mohammad Maaz, a 12-year-old student of Class 6 at Scholars Paradise International School in Lucknow. Today, I write to you not just with words, but with all the hopes and fears of a child who dreams of going to school every morning.  

 The Reality Behind My School Uniform: While my classmates talk about new notebooks and fancy pencils, I quietly worry about-
- My father's tired eyes as he counts rupees after his long shift at the medical store  
- My mother's silent prayers when the landlord comes for rent  
- The sinking feeling when teacher asks for pending fees  

My father earns just ₹8,500/month working at a medical store in Aminabad. After paying:  
🏠 Rent for our small house in Mehndi Tola: ₹3,500  
💡 Electricity/water bills: ₹1,200  
🍚 Groceries for our family of four: ₹3,000  

...there's nothing left for my school fees of ₹1,850 per month.  

 Why Education is My Only Hope  
Despite our struggles:  
📚 I've never missed a single homework assignment  
🎓 Scored 92% in my last annual exams  
🏆 Won 2nd prize in school's science exhibition  

But now, my teacher says I might have to leave school if fees remain unpaid. The thought of sitting at home while my friends learn breaks my heart.  

 A Hadith That Gives Me Courage  
The Prophet (ﷺ) said:  
"The best charity is that given to a relative who does not like you, or that given when you are healthy and greedy, fearing poverty and hoping for wealth." (Bukhari)  

By helping me, you're:  
✅ Saving a child's education today  
✅ Creating an educated citizen for tomorrow  
✅ Earning endless rewards in Akhirah  

Jazaak Allah Khair