About Berkeley Muslim Life
Muslim Chaplaincy at UC Berkeley
Timeline
May 2024
Complete First Round of Fundraising
We aim to raise $300,000 to cover the chaplain's salary, benefits, and operational expenses to fund 2-3 years of chaplaincy.
September 2024
Interview Prospective Chaplains on Campus
As the new semester begins at UC Berkeley, we plan on inviting the top applicants to campus to conduct trial programming and to meet with students, faculty, and staff.
January 2025
Chaplain's First Day
Pending meeting our fundraising goals and finding a suitable candidate, we hope to welcome our new chaplain into our community.
2025 Onwards
Securing Our Future
Once a chaplain is hired, we will focus our efforts on building an endowment to ensure that our community is always taken care of. Our goal is to raise $3,000,000 to permanently fund this chaplaincy position.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Berkeley Muslim Life?
Are donations to Berkeley Muslim Life tax-deductible?
How does the chaplaincy interact with UC Berkeley and its campus community?
How does the chaplaincy interact with other Muslim organizations in Berkeley and the surrounding area?
What are the primary responsibilities of your chaplain?
Do you accept Zakat donations?