Rumi's Table
Weekly feeding project around the world
Since November 2020, Rumi’s Table has been serving hot meals, winter clothing, hygiene items and tinned good to the homeless, those in need, to refugees, low-income families and anyone else who is in the queue. No questions asked.
Shelter forecasts that 307,000 individuals in the UK are sleeping rough or in temporary homes, or hostels, a 13,000 rise over 2016. Britain has one of Europe’s highest rates of homelessness, with one out of every 200 people without a home.
Many homeless persons suffer from mental illnesses or are victims of violent crime, making them an extremely vulnerable and often disregarded subset of society. At the moment, a night on the streets has turned into a struggle for survival, they require our assistance more than ever before.
We are in urgent need of funds to help sustain this project for the long term.
Mawlana Rumi was asked “which music sound is haram?” Mawlana Rumi replied, “The sound of tablespoons playing in the pots of the rich, which reached the ears of a hungry poor.”
South Africa, Malawi, Zambia, Uganda, Lesotho, Pakistan
‘Rumi’s Table’ is an ongoing feeding program making a profound impact across Lesotho, Pakistan, South Africa, Zambia, Malawi, Uganda, and Nottingham. In South Africa alone, we serve around 300 people each week, while in Zambia, approximately 500 school children receive meals every fortnight. In Uganda, our efforts reach 100 individuals weekly, and in a remote area of Lesotho, we manage to provide for 110 people every week. Additionally, we feed 300 people in Pakistan and 30 people in Nottingham each week. This program is more than just about feeding; it addresses deep-seated fears of food scarcity.
As we grow a with your support we hope to reach more countries
In places like South Africa, children arrive three hours early, placing their plates or containers in line to reserve their spot. This early arrival is not just to secure a meal but stems from a fear of missing out on food entirely—a stark indicator of the critical need for such initiatives. “Rumi’s Table” not only nourishes bodies but also brings hope and stability to these communities, reminding us of the urgency and impact of our mission.
Weekly Feeding Cost
Location | Cost | People Fed |
|---|---|---|
Nottingham | £60 | 30 |
Lesotho | £100 | 110 |
Uganda | £105 | 300 |
Malawi | £110 | 330 |
Pakistan | £120 | 300 |
South Africa | £140 | 360 |
Zambia | £175 | 280 |