An Initiative of We Are for Ummah Foundation

Masjid al-Ummah

A House of Allah. A Home for the Ummah. A Legacy for Generations.

By the mercy of Allah (SWT), an extraordinary opportunity has emerged to establish a welcoming masjid and Islamic community center in the heart of Hickory Hills, Illinois — a spiritual home for our children, families, elders, and the generations to come.

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Proposed Location 8747 S. Roberts Road, Hickory Hills, IL
Status Purchase contract accepted, Alhamdulillah
Our Goal Establish an enduring house of Allah
Welcome

Where Faith Flourishes, Families Unite, and Generations Find Their Purpose

In the name of Allah, the Most Merciful, the Especially Merciful.

For years, families in our surrounding communities have experienced a growing need for accessible places of worship, Islamic education, youth engagement, and meaningful community connection.

With the acceptance of our purchase contract for a property at 8747 S. Roberts Road, we have taken an important step toward realizing our collective dream: establishing a masjid and Islamic community center that will serve our children, families, elders, and future generations, insha'Allah.

We envision more than a building. We envision a spiritual home where hearts connect with Allah, children develop a love for the Qur'an, young people discover their purpose, families strengthen their relationships, and neighbors come together in service and harmony.

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Help Build Masjid al-Ummah flyer — 8747 S Roberts Rd, Hickory Hills, IL. Total cost $700,000, $150,000 already committed, 40 days to raise the balance. Donate via Zelle.
Our Mission

Worship. Knowledge. Family. Leadership. Service.

Our mission rests upon five essential commitments rooted in the Qur'an and the authentic Sunnah.

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Faith

Strengthening our relationship with Allah through worship, remembrance, and spiritual development.

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Knowledge

Making Qur'anic and Islamic education accessible to children, youth, and adults alike.

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Family

Supporting healthy families, strong marriages, and intergenerational connections.

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Leadership

Preparing young Muslims to become confident, ethical, and responsible contributors to society.

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Service

Demonstrating Islamic values through compassion, community engagement, and service to humanity.

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One Ummah

Bringing Muslims of every background together upon the shared foundations of Islam. Learn more →

Envisioned Programs & Services

A Masjid for Every Generation

The following are planned services, to be introduced progressively as facilities, resources, staffing, and approvals permit, insha'Allah.

Daily Prayers

The five daily congregational prayers in a welcoming, spiritually uplifting environment.

Jumu'ah & Ramadan

Jumu'ah khutbahs, Taraweeh, Qur'anic programs, and community iftars during Ramadan.

Qur'an & Islamic Classes

After-school and weekend Qur'an reading, Tajweed, memorization, and Islamic studies.

Youth Development

Mentorship, leadership, identity workshops, and a place where young Muslims truly belong.

Family & Women's Programs

Marriage education, parenting workshops, and sisters' worship, education, and engagement.

Community Service

Charitable outreach, support for families in hardship, and respectful interfaith understanding.

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The Qur'anic Foundation

The Honor of Building the Houses of Allah

إِنَّمَا يَعْمُرُ مَسَاجِدَ اللَّهِ مَنْ آمَنَ بِاللَّهِ وَالْيَوْمِ الْآخِرِ وَأَقَامَ الصَّلَاةَ وَآتَى الزَّكَاةَ وَلَمْ يَخْشَ إِلَّا اللَّهَ

"Indeed, the mosques of Allah are only to be maintained by those who believe in Allah and the Last Day, establish prayer, give zakah, and fear none except Allah."

Surah At-Tawbah 9:18

A masjid is not simply a place of bricks and concrete. It is a sacred institution sustained by faith, sincerity, worship, generosity, and service.

Build a Masjid. Leave a Legacy.

Your Sadaqah Jariyah Can Benefit Generations

مَنْ بَنَى مَسْجِدًا لِلَّهِ بَنَى اللَّهُ لَهُ فِي الْجَنَّةِ مِثْلَهُ

"Whoever builds a mosque for Allah, Allah will build for him something like it in Paradise."

Sahih al-Bukhari 450; Sahih Muslim 533

Every prayer offered, every Qur'anic lesson taught, every child inspired, and every family supported represents the potential for continuing reward — an ongoing charity whose benefit may continue long after our lives have ended.

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Photograph of Imam Dr. Musa Azam at the site
Our Fundraising Campaign

Help Us Establish Masjid al-Ummah

Proposed acquisition fundraising goal — we are working toward completing the acquisition and preparing the property for its intended community use.

Raised so far Goal: $700,000
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Progress shown is illustrative. Verified totals and donation details will be published once the receiving entity and payment arrangements are confirmed.

An Invitation to Our Community

Together, We Can Turn This Dream Into Reality

The masjid we establish today may become the place where our grandchildren learn their first surah tomorrow. We invite you to participate according to your ability, with sincerity and trust in Allah.

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