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.
Alhuda Islamic Center Election Announcement & Membership Drive.
Have you renewed your Al-Huda membership or signed up to become a member?
- The Election Committee has announced the updated date of the elections this year to be
December 6th 2025.
All Alhuda Community Members need to renew their membership annually to participate and be eligible to vote/serve during the upcoming 2025 Elections.
Extended Membership Renewal/Registration Deadline: Friday, October 31, 2025
To vote or run as a candidate in the upcoming elections, you must be an active registered member of the Al-Huda Islamic Center.
Please note: No registrations will be accepted after this deadline, and only active members will be eligible to participate in the election.
- Please use the following link (or the adjacent QR Code) to join or renew your membership
AIC Membership Renew/New Member Form
We strongly encourage all community members to take part in this essential process and help strengthen our Al-Huda family through active participation.
Jazakum Allahu Khairan,
Al-Huda Election Committee
Special Events scheduled for this week…..
- The Islamic Sunday School for the 2025-26 School Year will begin on Sept 14th 2025 – May 10th 2026.
Please see attached flyer for more information…..
- A Sisters Crafting Circle has been established and will be meeting periodically.
The next meeting is schedule for Saturday October 11th 2025 at 12:00 PM.
Please see attached flyer for more information….
- We are seeing an increasing need for food and basic goods among the poor in our neighborhood and Tompkins County. Some metrics indicate as much as a 30% increase in demand for services compared to a year ago. In response we will plan to begin collecting canned and dry food and personal care items for distribution at local outdoor food cabinets again, in shaa’Allah. There will be a dedicated bin in the social room you can leave non-perishable items in when you come to the masjid. Thank you in advance for helping our community contribute to the care for those in need.
- The Qur’an class meets between Maghrib and ‘Isha on Saturdays. Classes meet in the men’s prayer room for brothers and the women’s prayer room for sisters.
Daily Prayers in Congregation
Updated Prayer Schedule
Fajr : 5:50AM
Zuhr : 12:30PM
Asr : 3:00PM
Maghrib : 10 Minutes after Azan
Isha : 5 Minutes after Azan
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.
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:
Tuesday, September 30th 2025 from 1:30 – 3:00PM
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 September 30th 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!