Our Achievements
Islamic Centers in the United States and Canada
Recognizing the need for Mourides in North America to have dedicated spaces for worship and community activities, FONCAB has successfully acquired Islamic centers (Keur Islamique) in the United States and Canada. These centers serve as hubs for religious gatherings, educational programs, and cultural events, ensuring that the Mouride diaspora can practice their faith and maintain their spiritual and cultural identity.
Medical Aid: Shipping Containers of Supplies to Senegal
In its ongoing humanitarian efforts, FONCAB has facilitated the shipment of medical supply containers to Senegal, providing hospitals and clinics with much-needed equipment and resources. These shipments include medical devices, medicines, and other essential materials aimed at improving healthcare access for communities in need. This initiative has had a significant impact, especially in rural areas where medical resources are often scarce.
Repatriation of Deceased Community Members
FONCAB has established a funeral assistance program to help transport the bodies of deceased community members to Senegal and other West African countries. Understanding the deep cultural and spiritual significance of returning loved ones to their homeland for burial, the organization provides logistical and financial support to families during these difficult times. This initiative reflects the core Mouride values of fraternity and solidarity.
Community Involvement
Since its creation, FONCAB has been deeply engaged in community service, providing support to Mourides and Muslims across the Americas. Through educational programs, religious gatherings, and charitable initiatives, FONCAB fosters a strong sense of unity and belonging among its members. The organization also plays a key role in assisting families in times of need, ensuring that Mourides in the diaspora remain connected to their cultural and spiritual heritage.
Ramadan Kit Distribution in Touba and Surrounding Areas
Every year during the blessed month of Ramadan, FONCAB organizes a distribution of food kits to families in need in Touba and its surrounding areas. This initiative provides essential items such as rice, sugar, oil, dates, and other necessities to help families observe fasting with dignity and ease. Recognizing the importance of sharing and compassion during Ramadan, FONCAB ensures that hundreds of families benefit from these donations, strengthening the spirit of unity and generosity within the Mouride community.
Construction of Toilets in Porokhane
In its continued effort to support infrastructure development and improve living conditions, FONCAB has contributed to the construction of toilets in Porokhane, a sacred city in Senegal closely associated with Sokhna Mame Diarra Bousso, the mother of Cheikh Ahmadou Bamba. As a major pilgrimage site, Porokhane receives thousands of visitors each year, making proper sanitation facilities a necessity. By building and improving these facilities, FONCAB helps ensure a cleaner and healthier environment for pilgrims and residents, reinforcing its commitment to community well-being and public health.
CONTACT US
Address – 21500 Schoolcraft Road Detroit MI 48223 USA
OUR MISSION
We, the Mourides residing in the Americas, disciples of Cheikh Ahmadou Bamba Mbacke, Khadimur Rasul, RA, may Allah be pleased with him; Inspired by the Qur’an and Sunnah to promote unity and cooperation, to shoulder the responsibility of preserving our religious and cultural identity according to the teachings of Khadimur Rasul, RA
