Use Your Voice to Benefit The Underprivileged
As an influencer in the Muslim space, you are a driving force in shaping opinions, behaviors, and trends.
Your unique ability to connect with your audience on a personal level presents an incredible opportunity to benefit the Ummah.
Why not use your voice and platform to raise funds for noble causes and make a tremendous and everlasting impact for the sake of Allah?
Many Ways to Make a Lasting Impact
Whether you are helping create awareness, encouraging others to donate, or getting other influencers to collaborate, we are open to all the ways you'd like to help - no matter how big or small.
If you have any creative ideas on how we could work together, we'd be happy to have a conversation - please feel free to reach out.
The most important thing is that the efforts we do together will create a generational change and improve the lives of Muslims for the better.
“Whoever starts a good deed in Islam will have the reward for that and the reward of those who do it after him"
Prophet Muhammed (ﷺ)
Muslim 1017
Rewards in This Dunya and Akhira
By utilizing your influence to raise funds for one of our many causes, you'll have the opportunity to impact the lives of the underprivileged through education and earn tremendous rewards in the Akhira.
Additionally, as a token of our appreciation for your efforts, we are offering you a commission on all funds you raise.
What better way to earn a halal income and invite barakah into your lives that by becoming a voice for those in need?
Fundraise For International Open University Today
With more than 200 people from around the world representing the IOU family, we welcome you to join our diverse and multicultural team and become a champion of Islamized higher education!
Together, let's change the lives of those less fortunate than us and empower them with an Islamized education, inshaAllah.
May Allah accept our efforts, bless us, and put barakah in our lives and all our endeavors. Ameen!
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this only for Muslim Influencers or can others affiliate with IOU as well?
Everybody is welcome to Funraise with IOU inshaAllah. All you need to do is sign up as an affiliate fundraiser, and you can share your unique trackable link with your friends, family, communities, social profiles, and more.
Is it Halal for me to take a commission for funds raised through Charity?
Absolutely yes! We firmly believe in fair compensation for efforts, aligning with Islamic principles. Earning a commission while supporting the cause of Allah is a virtuous way to sustain yourself. In fact, your commission helps us allocate more funds to those in need, as it reduces our marketing expenses. Unlike traditional fundraising, which can be costly and uncertain, your commission assists us in efficiently reaching our goals. With your support, we can direct resources where they matter most, maximizing the impact of our charitable initiatives.
How are my commissions calculated and how / when will I receive it?
Depending on your fundraiser tier, you will get a specific commission which will be automatically calculated in your affiliate dashboard.
The commissions will be automatically paid out at the end of the month once you have earned at least $100 in commissions.
What are the different fundraising tiers and associated commissions
Below are the different fundraising tiers, the commissions for those tiers, and the milestones required to qualify for that tier.
Bronze (5%): First-time fundraisers
Silver (7.5%): After reaching $1000 donations
Gold (10%): After Reaching $5000 donations
Specifically, when you sign up, you will get 5% commissions for donations raised.
After raising your first $1,000 you will become a silver-level fundraiser and earn 7.5%.
When you reach a total of $5,000 raised, you will become a gold-level fundraiser and earn 10%.
Can I track the impact of my efforts as an influencer and see how my audience's contributions have made a difference?
In your affiliate portal, you will be able to track in real-time the amount of funds you have raised for IOU. Additionally, we will send regular updates to all our affiliates so you can see the on-the-ground impact of your and your audience's contributions.
How can partnering with IOU benefit my audience and me as an influencer?
Partnering with IOU benefits you and your audience by providing them with an opportunity to do good and to benefit the underprivileged through a credible and respected organization in the Islamic community. InshaAllah through this collaboration, we can expect tremendous rewards in this Dunya and Akhira and notice additional barakah in our lives. Perhaps this could be a means for us entering Jannah.
Will my involvement as an influencer be limited to just promoting fundraising campaigns, or can I contribute my ideas and initiatives?
We welcome your participation in any capacity that you are comfortable with. If you prefer a limited role, simply sharing our campaigns with your audience, then that is more than acceptable. If you would like to have a more active role and contribute in more creative and meaningful ways, then we would highly encourage that as well.
How transparent is IOU in handling funds and ensuring they reach the intended beneficiaries?
IOU has partnered with charities in the USA (Al-Amin Trust Fund) and Malaysia (Global Open Learning Foundation) to collect and distribute donations for our various educational initiatives. This ensures that all funds reach the intended recipients in an efficient, transparent, and legal manner.
Additionally, we strive to keep our donors regularly informed through updates and reports explaining how your donations are utilized and their impact.
Are there any specific guidelines or considerations for promoting IOU campaigns in accordance with Islamic principles and ethics?
The only guidelines we have is to promote our campaigns in an honest manner aligned with Islamic principles. This means we do not encourage lying or exaggerating about our causes and promote them using any indecent or inappropriate methods inshaAllah. If you have any doubts or require any clarifications, please feel free to reach out to us, and our team would happily advise accordingly.
Will I receive support from the IOU team to help me effectively promote and engage my audience in fundraising activities?
Our team will always support you in whatever capacity we can. Please feel free to contact us if you have any specific requirements, and we will try our best to assist you. At the very least, our team will send you regular materials/content which you can use in your fundraising efforts.
How can I ensure that my partnership with IOU aligns with my personal values and brand image?
IOU will never force or compel you to promote something you do not align with or believe in. We have several running campaigns that we run and you are welcome to support whichever ones you feel you align with. Additionally, if you require more information or would like clarity on any of the causes, our team will gladly do our best to assist you
Can IOU provide resources or materials to help me better understand their mission and communicate it to my audience effectively?
Absolutely yes! Apart from regular communications and briefs that we will send you every time we run a campaign, should there be any additional resources or materials you require, we would be delighted to send whatever we can upon your request. Additionally, our team is available to meet you whenever you need guidance.
Is there any step-by-step guide to help me get started?
Yes! You can follow our step by step guide by clicking here.