Basiqat Charity Foundation – Kano, Nigeria

The establishment of this residence will create an environment which supports students in their academic journey, religious development, and future aspirations.

The Basiqat Charity Foundation works to establish a world where students can concentrate on their education because they have access to proper housing that respects their dignity.
The Student Housing Endowment (Basiqat Students Residence) operates as a permanent charitable waqf which provides budget-friendly housing for Kano State university students to help them succeed in their academic studies.

This project establishes education as a charitable practice which generates ongoing benefits throughout multiple generations.

About the Project

The Basiqat Students Residence features a multi-story university housing complex which unites contemporary amenities with Islamic principles and social bonding elements.
It serves as a residential facility for students who attend universities but lack access to safe housing due to their rural background or limited financial resources.

The residence features multiple facilities, including:

• 🛏️ Fully equipped student rooms with beds, desks, and storage space.

• 📚 A study area and library section that enables both individual and group learning.

• 🕌 A dedicated prayer area that supports students’ spiritual development and moral growth.

• ☀️ A solar-powered system providing sustainable energy and lower operational costs.

• 🚿 Clean water and proper sanitation facilities ensuring hygiene and convenience.

• 🍽️ A communal kitchen and dining area fostering social interaction and daily connection.

• 🌳 A courtyard and rest area offering outdoor spaces for relaxation and recreation.

Objectives

• Deliver budget-friendly, high-quality housing solutions for students in higher education.

• Prevent school dropouts caused by unstable or unsafe living conditions.

• Create a permanent educational fund (waqf) generating continuous benefits.

• Promote discipline and responsibility through a community-based living environment.

• Support national education goals by helping students successfully complete their studies.

Total Project Cost

The construction of the Basiqat Students Residence requires $780,000 USD (≈ 2,925,000 SAR) for completion.

The funding will support key areas of development:

• Construction of the residence building.

• Interior furnishing including beds, wardrobes, study desks, and chairs.

• Solar power installation and water management systems.

• Library area, study hall, and prayer room setup.

• Administrative space and maintenance fund for long-term sustainability.

Expected Impact

• Provide safe housing for over 180 university students annually, both male and female.

• Enable students from disadvantaged families to pursue higher education.

• Establish a self-sustaining endowment (waqf) that generates enduring benefits for donors.

• Strengthen the community’s educational capacity through a permanent housing model.

❤️ Be a Partner in Knowledge That Lasts Forever

Every donation enables the construction of a building that will become a permanent educational institution.

• $100 → provides a student study desk.

• $300 → provides bed furniture for a student room.

• $1,000 → contributes to the construction of a student room.

• $5,000 → funds a complete student unit that will serve future generations.

The Student Housing Endowment (Basiqat Students Residence) accepts donations through its online platform.
The establishment of this residence unites educational facilities with religious and community spaces — creating an environment where students can achieve their academic goals with faith, focus, and dignity.