
Al-Huda Islamic Center of Ithaca

About Al-Huda Islamic Center
The first formally organized activities for Muslims in Ithaca that we can trace began in the late 1960s and were begun by Muslim staff and faculty members to serve the Muslim population at Cornell University and its surrounding Community.
Ramadan 1446 AH
2025
“O you who have believed, fasting has been prescribed for you as it was prescribed for those before you, that you may attain taqwa.” (Qur’an 2:183)
Eid al-Fitr (Prayer Time Change from Previous Announcement)
The calculations followed by the Islamic Society of North America show the crescent of Shawwal to be visible Saturday night.
Our community will plan to celebrate Eid al-Fitr on Sunday, March 30 2025.
For the convenience of our families with children we will plan to hold the Eid prayer at 9 AM in shaa’Allah.
Please arrive early to leave time for parking, the takbirrat will begin at 8:45AM.
Please remember that it is obligatory to have prayed Fajr, to have broken your fast, and paid your Zakat al-Fitr before performing the Eid prayer.
(For more Information Please Click on Current Events, Ramadan from the Menu)


Special Events scheduled for this week…..
Some Special Events have been planned at the Masjid for the upcoming Holy month of Ramadan.
Assalaamu alaikum,
Ramadan 2025
Taraweeh & Tahajjud
Taraweeh will take place after Isha Adhan and will last for about an hour, with 8 raka’ats. To complete the Qur’an, this year’s program includes additional recitations during Fajr and Tahajjud prayers, starting from the 21st night at 4:00 AM for about an hour. The completion of the Qur’an will take place on the last night of Ramadan.
Community Iftars will generally be held on Saturdays & Sundays, depending on donations. A light ifthar of dates, milk and fruit will be available daily for those praying Maghrib at the Masjid.
- The brothers ‘ Qur’an sessions will continue in Ramadan but for a shorter duration, 30 minutes after Asr. The sisters program will pause and resume after Ramadan, inshaAllah


Daily Prayers in Congregation
Salat Times for Ramadan 1446 (2025)
Please refer to the Ramadan times flier above for the local prayer time schedule we will follow for Ramadan.
The congregational prayer times will vary daily during the month.
Friday Prayer
Iqama: 1:40 pm
We welcome you to join us for the Jumu’ah prayer, held every week in the masjid.
Sisters are welcome, we have a designated room.
Children’s Islamic School
New Donation and Fund Raising Initiatives
Assalamu alaikum,
- Many people have now used the new electronic kiosk that has been installed in the lobby of the masjid. It is now possible and convenient to make donations to the Al-Huda Islamic Center using a credit or debit card or a mobile phone.
- Al-Huda Islamic Center mugs are now available in the lobby. Suggested donation of $15 or more is requested, with all proceeds going to the masjid. Thanks to the generous community member who has brought this effort forward.
Please give generously ….
Jazaak Allahu khair.
Call for Donations to help augment the Emergency Relief Fund.
Please keep in your du’aa our Brothers and Sisters in Palestine in the difficulties they face. We are discussing with the Helping Hand for Relief and Development organization a time for them to visit us to raise funds for humanitarian aid. You can donate through them to assist with the relief efforts for Palestine, the recent earthquakes in Afghanistan and disasters in North Africa and other crises afflicting our umma.
Please make du’a for the victims their families and their communities in the trials they are faced with.
For those interested in contributing online can do so through our “Make a Donation Button” at the top of this page, choose Emergency Reserve Fund from the dropdown, and write a comment indicating the donation is for present disaster relief.
If you wish your donation to go towards a specific emergency please state that on the comment field.
Unless specified otherwise donations will be divided between the various emergencies and sent to relief organizations serving in each country.
May Allah SWT make it easy for all affected.
Please give generously ….
Jazaak Allahu khair.
Volunteer Service Opportunity
Ithaca Kitchen Cupboard
Our next Volunteer Dates for the Ithaca Kitchen Cupboard are as follows:
April 29th 2025
The Al-Huda Islamic Center shares the responsibility of providing workers to serve individuals and families in need of food in one of the oldest food pantries.
- A reminder that 3 volunteers are requested to represent the Muslim community in preparing grocery orders at the Ithaca Kitchen Cupboard, The next scheduled time to provide workers will be on Tuesday April 29, 2025 from 1:30 to 3:00 PM.
The needs of the poor have been increasing in recent months. The work is simple and rewarding and requires about 2 hours of your time.
For those interested in volunteering for the above please fill in the Volunteer Input form on this page …
Help Needed for Cleaning the Masjid
Assalamu Alaykum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuh,
As caretakers of the House of Allah, it’s our duty to ensure that the masjid remains a clean and welcoming place for all who come to worship. We are seeking volunteers from our community to help with cleaning the masjid.
How You Can Help:
- Volunteer your time: We will provide the necessary equipment and cleaning supplies. You will be assigned specific tasks to ensure all areas of the masjid are well-maintained.
- Contribute financially: If you are unable to assist in person, there are additional ways you can support:
- You may sponsor the purchase of cleaning supplies or bathroom restocking on a monthly basis. If you are interested in this option, the masjid will provide a detailed list of the required items.
- Alternatively, you may choose to make a financial contribution to the Al-Huda Islamic Center under the “maintenance”, which will be used to ensure the continued cleanliness and upkeep of the masjid
Every effort counts, and even your intention to help is a source of reward, InshaAllah.
Thank you for considering this opportunity to serve the community. May Allah (SWT) reward you for your good intentions and bless you for your efforts.
Please reply by email to secretary@alhudaislamiccenter.org if you can help.
Jazakum Allahu Khairan!