What is the ruling on imposing a sum of 500 Euros on each individual from the mosque community and the parents of students to finance the purchase and expansion of a mosque, given that some parents object to allocating the sum for mosque expansion instead of educational sections? And how should the collection of Zakat al-Fitr be organized to avoid duplication in registration and disputes with eligible recipients?
Muslims residing in Western countries must cooperate to build mosques and Islamic centers, as this is a collective obligation (fard kifaya). This involves each person contributing what they can financially towards the construction of the mosque, school, and center. It is permissible to levy a fee on the guardians of students who study in classes affiliated with the mosque, as tuition for their children's education. As for Zakat al-Fitr, the basic principle is that it should be given to those entitled to it in the country where it became due. However, if there are individuals in greater need, there is no harm in giving it to them. A joint committee can be formed to distribute Zakat and identify those eligible to receive it.
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