The Muslim Non-profit Show with Tayyab Yunus
Discover the world of Muslim Nonprofits in the United States with Dr. Tayyab Yunus Join Dr. Tayyab Yunus as he interviews leading experts in the field of Muslim nonprofit leadership. Whether you're just starting or already running a nonprofit, each episode offers practical insights, real-world experiences, and valuable guidance to help you grow your organization and maximize your impact. Tune in for warm, important dialogue that sheds light on the opportunities and challenges within the Muslim nonprofit space in the United States. 🎧 Listen on your favorite podcast platform: 🔸Apple Podcasts: 🔸Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0N3Iy4641bzCvN2kCvmm8W 🔸iHeartRadio: https://iheart.com/podcast/279134715 🔸Audible: 🔔 Subscribe to Dr. Tayyab Yunus on YouTube: 🔸Stay updated with new episodes, bonus content, and more by subscribing here: https://www.youtube.com/@tayyabyunus 🔗 Follow Dr. Tayyab Yunus on social media: 🔸Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tayyabyunus/ 🔸Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tayyabyunus
Episodes
Many nonprofits struggle not because they lack passion, but because they misunderstand where they are in their organizational journey.
In this episode of The Muslim Nonprofit Show, we break down the nonprofit lifecycle stages, drawing from Susan K. Stevens' work, entrepreneurial value creation theory, and insights from my own doctoral research. We explore what defines the startup phase, why founder-led org...
In this inspiring episode of The Muslim Nonprofit Show, Dr. Tayyab Yunus sits down with Dr. Shaza Khan, Executive Director of the Islamic Schools League of America (ISLA), to explore her remarkable journey from educator to national leader in Islamic education.
Dr. Shaza shares the personal moments, spiritual reflections, and life experiences that shaped her calling into social good — from her family's migr...
In this episode, we dig into one of the most critical elements of nonprofit success: the board. Drawing from years of leadership experience and insights from my doctoral research, we explore why boards can either accelerate an organization toward its mission or quietly hold it back from reaching its true potential. If you have ever wondered why some nonprofits thrive while others struggle, this conversation gives you t...
When most people hear the word philanthropy, they think of wealthy donors, historic foundations, or big names from the early 20th century. But in this episode, we explore a much deeper and more meaningful understanding of philanthropy through an Islamic lens. Drawing from the teachings of scholars like Peyton and Moody as well as Dr. Shariq Siddiqui, we uncover how Islam expands the concept of giving to include intenti...
What happens when a young Muslim refuses to follow the traditional four "acceptable" career paths and instead chooses a life of service?
In this episode, we sit down with Ahmad Alaswad, the first Muslim Chief of Staff for an elected official in Texas, whose story is rooted in purpose, sacrifice, and a deep commitment to serving humanity. From an unpaid intern getting coffee to becoming the Executive Director of Amana ...
What happens when a group of Muslim women decide they're done waiting for change and start building it instead?
In this inspiring episode of The Muslim Nonprofit Show, Tayyab Yunus sits down with Sadaf Saied, co-founder of the Muslim Women Organization (MWO), to unpack the 15-year journey of how a small halaka turned into a powerful nonprofit movement.
Sadaf shares how MWO went from local serv...
In this episode of The Muslim Nonprofit Show, Tayyab Yunus sits down with Faizan Syed, co-founder of A Continuous Charity (ACC) an organization that turned a simple idea into a $10 million movement helping thousands of students pursue education without interest.
From a handwritten notebook and $60,000 in seed money to a national impact across hundreds of students, Faizan shares how ACC built scalable syste...
What if the way we talk to our kids is holding them back from becoming who they're meant to be?
In this inspiring episode of The Muslim Nonprofit Show, Tayyab Yunus speaks with Ivana Zajkovska, founder of Youth360 Thrive, about how we can change the way we engage, teach, and raise our youth.
Ivana introduces the powerful concept of Positive Youth Development (PYD) — a faith-aligned, strengths-...
What's really holding Muslim nonprofits back?
It's not funding. It's culture, mindset, and talent.
In this episode of The Muslim Nonprofit Show, Tayyab Yunus sits down with Sarah Ali, founder of the Muslim Philanthropy Network, to discuss the structural and cultural shifts our sector must embrace to thrive in a rapidly changing global landscape.
Sarah shares her 14-year journey, from law schoo...
Every Ramadan, Muslims in the U.S. donate over $4 billion, most of it within just 30 days. Yet many nonprofits scramble last-minute, missing out on impact, reach, and opportunity.
In this powerful episode, Dr. Tayyab Yunus sits down with Monica Niro and Jumana El-Amori to reveal the proven strategies that drive successful Ramadan campaigns.
They break down:
✅ How to plan your Ramadan campaigns...
What if 95% of nonprofits fail and you could be part of the 5% that actually succeed?
In this episode of The Muslim Nonprofit Show, host Dr. Tayyab Yunus breaks down what separates thriving organizations from struggling ones. From his experience in Muslim philanthropy and doctoral research, he uncovers the four key strategies that transform passion into real, lasting impact.
You'll discover:
✅ Why most Muslim nonprofits fail to f...
What makes someone leave behind a career in medicine to dedicate their life to dawah?
In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Dr. Sabeel Ahmed, a leading da'ee and visionary behind GainPeace, to explore his journey from medical school to full-time Islamic outreach.
Dr. Sabeel shares the pivotal moment that transformed his life: watching a lecture by Sheikh Ahmad Deedat as a teenager, which...
What does it really take to build a sustainable Muslim nonprofit?
In this powerful episode of The Muslim Nonprofit Show, we sit down with Imam Khalid Griggs, a lifelong activist, faith leader, and advocate for justice.
Imam Khalid shares his journey from growing up in the American South during the Civil Rights movement — where he met Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. — to embracing Islam in college and dedicating...
What does it really take to build a sustainable Muslim nonprofit?
In this inspiring episode of The Muslim Nonprofit Show, we sit down with Arshia Wajid, founder of American Muslim Health Professionals (AMHP), to uncover the powerful lessons she learned over a 20-year journey in nonprofit leadership.
Arshia reveals:
✅ The 10-year mistake every nonprofit founder should avoid
✅ How faith and Islamic values gu...
In this episode, we sit down with Margari "Aziza" Hill, founder of MuslimARC, to explore the inspiring journey of building an organization rooted in education, community, and purpose. From conducting one of the first quantified studies on intra-Muslim ethnic relations to creating impactful anti-racism initiatives, MuslimARC's story is filled with lessons for anyone seeking to start or strengthen a nonprofit.
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In this powerful episode of The Muslim Nonprofit Show, we sit down with Adrian "Ashir" Kirk, founder of Measured Tones Institute of Quran, who shares his incredible journey of turning an idea into a global nonprofit dedicated to making tajweed of the Qur'an accessible to every Muslim.
From moments of fear and doubt to trusting in Allah and taking the leap, Ashir reveals how Measured Tones grew from a summe...
In this powerful episode of The Muslim Non-Profit Show, we welcome Ayman Nassar, founder of the Islamic Leadership Institute of America (ILIA). His journey reveals a surprising inspiration that sparked an organization dedicated to building leadership capacity in Muslim youth.
From uncovering forgotten Muslim history in America, to creating the first Muslim-run youth crisis line, Ayman shares lessons on fai...
In this episode of The Muslim Nonprofit Show, we sit down with Maeen Ali, founder of Mercy Bakery, whose journey began with a personal tragedy and transformed into a global movement. After losing his brother in Yemen, Maeen was inspired to take action not just for his family, but for thousands of others suffering from famine.
From opening one small bakery to now serving bread and hot meals in Yemen, the Ph...
In this episode of The Muslim Non-Profit Show, Brother Nihad Awad, co-founder of CAIR (Council on American-Islamic Relations), shares the incredible journey from a small campus initiative in 1994 to the nation's largest Muslim civil rights organization.
He reveals the challenges of confronting media bias, the importance of recruiting and training the right talent, and how CAIR grew to over 30 chapters acro...
In this episode of The Muslim Nonprofit Show, we sit down with community leader and convert to Islam, Malik Shaw, whose story is a masterclass in faith, grit, and service.
Brother Malik shares how he went from working a 9-to-5 while hosting weekly meetups in his living room to running a vibrant food pantry that now feeds 40+ families in a historically Black neighborhood in Memphis.
You'll hear...
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