Who We Are

Cincinnati Islamic School SGO, an Ohio non-profit corporation established in 2024.

The organization has been certified by the IRS and Ohio state to operate a scholarship program, collect donations and award academic scholarships for primary and secondary school students attending Islamic schools in the Southwestern Ohio region.

The organization must prioritize the awarding of such scholarships to low-income students.

Mission Statement

Cincinnati Islamic School SGO exists to expand access to quality Islamic education for low-income families in the Greater Cincinnati area by facilitating tax-credit scholarships that remove financial barriers and empower students to thrive academically while strengthening their faith and cultural identity.

We achieve this mission by:

  • Collecting tax-credit eligible donations from community members and supporters
  • Awarding need-based scholarships prioritizing low-income students.
  • Partnering with Islamic schools to ensure funds reach deserving families
  • Operating with transparency and accountability to maximize donor impact

Vision Statement

We envision that our students, regardless of economic circumstances, have access to excellent Islamic education that nurtures both academic achievement and spiritual growth, creating a generation of confident, knowledgeable, and contributing community members.

Core Values

Amanah (Trust)
We honor the sacred trust placed in us by donors and families, managing every dollar with integrity and transparency.

 

Ihsan (Excellence)
We strive for excellence in everything we do—from our scholarship selection process to our donor communications.

 

Adl (Justice)
We ensure fair and equitable distribution of scholarships, prioritizing those with the greatest need. We are committed to providing equitable access to educational opportunities and do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, gender , religion, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic in the selection of scholarship recipients.

 

Ummah (Community)
We strengthen our Islamic community by investing in our children’s education and future leadership.

 

Barakah (Blessing)
We recognize that our work is blessed when it serves Allah’s creation and spreads beneficial knowledge.

Board Members