For over two decades, the Khwaja Mozammel Hoque (R:) Foundation has embodied Sadka-e-Zaria by providing scholarships to inspire students in their formative years. Guided by the teachings of Sufi saints like Hazrat Khwaja Mozammel Hoque (R:), it has supported over 13,600 students since 2001, reflecting timeless Islamic values that enhance individual and societal well-being.
The Khwaja Mozammel Hoque (R:) Foundation (KMRF) continues to embody the Islamic principle of Sadka-e-Zaria (continuous charity) by dedicating resources to education - a lasting gift that benefits individuals and society.
Starting in 2001 with scholarships awarded to 12 students from 2 schools in the Sirajganj district, KMRF set out to motivate young minds at a pivotal academic stage - classes IX and X, before the Secondary School Certificate (SSC) examination. Recognizing that external motivation during formative years can significantly impact a student's academic trajectory, KMRF awards scholarships to the top three students in these classes each year*. Studies in educational psychology suggest that rewards and recognition during adolescence enhance students' intrinsic motivation and academic performance by reinforcing the value of their efforts, and helps students develop a permanent self-efficacy, resilience, and a growth mindset.
KMRF's approach exemplifies how Sufi saints like Hazrat Khwaja Mozammel Hoque (R:) have played a pivotal role in bridging core Islamic principles with contemporary insights of the 21st Century and beyond, demonstrating how timeless Islamic values align with modern understandings to enhance individual and societal well-being.
Over the years, KMRF's impact has grown remarkably. From those initial 2 schools, the program expanded to 118 schools by 2024. By 2019, scholarships were awarded to 1,280 students from 104 institutions. Despite challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, KMRF resumed its scholarship program in 2023, supporting 620 students from 110 institutions. To date, KMRF has awarded scholarships to 13,605 students across 1,036 educational institutions in Sirajganj.
The many selfless acts of Hazrat Khwaja Mozammel Hoque (R:) serves as an inspiration, highlighting the enduring relevance of spiritual leaders in modern times. Their emphasis on compassion, sacrifice, and service to humanity continues to guide efforts like those of KMRF, demonstrating that individual sacrifices can lead to collective betterment.
Note* from 2012 to 2019, students from JSC and JDC (Madrasa Equivalent) were also included in the list of recipients.
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