Is it permissible for a person to give their Zakat to their orphaned grandchildren?
Source: FtawySummary from Ftawy's records · added here Sep 2, 2026
It is permissible to pay to deserving grandchildren and orphans, provided that their maintenance is not obligatory upon the grandfather.
Summary from Ftawy's records · added here
Reviewed by El Fatwa's sharia committee.
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