Frequently Asked Questions:
You should donate your Zakat through IKCA USA because it helps provide life-saving cancer treatment to financially eligible patients at Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital and Research Centre in Pakistan through a rigorously verified and independently Shariah-certified Zakat management system.
Every patient undergoes a comprehensive financial assessment, and only those who qualify for Zakat are enrolled under the Hospital’s dedicated Zakat program. As part of this process, eligible patients formally authorize the Hospital to receive and administer Zakat on their behalf for their treatment. The Hospital’s custom-built information system then allocates Zakat directly to each eligible patient, ensuring the funds are applied only to the treatment and services they receive.
To provide donors with complete confidence, the Hospital’s Zakat collection and distribution process is independently certified for Shariah compliance by a qualified third-party Shariah advisor. Zakat funds are maintained in a separate account and used exclusively for the direct treatment of eligible cancer patients. They are never used for hospital operations, staff salaries, or expansion projects.
Because the cost of providing direct patient care exceeds the amount of Zakat received each year, every dollar of Zakat is fully utilized to help deserving cancer patients receive the treatment they otherwise could not afford.
Yes. IKCA USA is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in the United States (EIN: 13-3626299). Donations may be tax-deductible to the fullest extent permitted by U.S. law, and a tax receipt is emailed after your donation for your records. Your tax advisor can help you make the most of the tax benefits available for your charitable giving.
Yes. Monthly giving is one of the most effective ways to support cancer patients throughout the year. You can set up a recurring monthly donation online, choose the amount that works for you, and modify or cancel your recurring gift at any time. Regular monthly donations help provide a reliable source of funding for patients receiving ongoing cancer treatment.
IKCA USA offers a variety of secure payment options to make giving easy. Depending on the type of donation, you can donate using a credit or debit card, Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal, bank transfer, Zelle, donor-advised funds (DAFs), stocks and securities, or cryptocurrency. Available payment methods are displayed during the donation process based on your selected gift.
Imran Khan Cancer Appeal has helped support thousands of cancer patients facing financial barriers to treatment, particularly through its support of Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital and Research Centres in Pakistan. IKCA-USA is a key donor to Shaukat Khanum, helping make cancer treatment accessible to patients who cannot afford it. More than 75% of patients at Shaukat Khanum receive financial support for their treatment.
Yes. Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital and Research Centres is one of the most credible charitable organisations in Pakistan, with an internationally recognised standing in medical excellence, humanitarian service, philanthropy, institutional governance and financial integrity. See Shaukat Khanum’s Awards & Recognitions. Since opening its doors in 1994, Shaukat Khanum has built a longstanding record of delivering specialised cancer care while providing financial support to patients regardless of their ability to pay.
Its credibility is reflected in an exceptional range of national and international honours, accreditations, certifications and professional affiliations. Shaukat Khanum has been recognised by the World Health Organization (WHO) for its outstanding contribution to health development and humanitarian service, reflecting the organisation’s commitment to going beyond the ordinary expectations of healthcare delivery.
Yes. Imran Khan Cancer Appeal Inc. (IKCA-USA) is a U.S.-registered 501(c)(3) public charity and serves as a key donor to Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital and Research Center (SKMCH&RC) in Pakistan. Donations made through IKCA-USA support cancer treatment and related charitable programs, including medical treatment, medicines, equipment and hospital expansion at Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital and Research Center.
Yes. You will receive a tax-deductible donation receipt to the full extent permitted by U.S. law for your contribution to Imran Khan Cancer Appeal Inc., an IRS-recognized 501(c)(3) public charity. Please make your check payable to Imran Khan Cancer Appeal Inc. and include your name, mailing address and email address so that we can properly record your donation and issue your receipt.
For faster and more convenient processing, we encourage donors to use our online donation options, including credit/debit card, bank transfer (ACH), PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay and Venmo, available at www.ikca-usa.org.
Imran Khan Cancer Appeal Inc. is a U.S.-registered 501(c)(3) public charity (EIN: 13-3626299) that supports the work of Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital and Research Centre in Pakistan.
If you wish to make a donation from the United States to support patients receiving treatment at Shaukat Khanum, make your check payable to Imran Khan Cancer Appeal Inc. and include your name, mailing address and email address with your check.
Mail your check to:
Imran Khan Cancer Appeal Inc.
4 Forest Park Dr.
Farmington, CT 06032
USA
