Team Compassion

Serving with Heart, Year-Round

Team Compassion is the humanitarian arm of Pillars Mosque, dedicated to uplifting our neighbors through acts of service and meaningful partnerships. Throughout the year, our volunteers have come together to provide food, care, and comfort to those in need — both within our local Charlotte community and beyond. Guided by the prophetic model of mercy and compassion, Team Compassion turns faith into action through consistent service, collaboration, and kindness.

Shabana Nayab | Pillars Mosque

Meet Our Team Compassion Lead

Shabana Nayab, the Team Compassion Lead, brings a deep passion for community service and extensive volunteer experience to Pillars Mosque.
She coordinates outreach initiatives, organizes volunteer teams, and builds partnerships with local organizations such as NourishUp, Roof Above, and Welcome Home Charlotte.
Her leadership ensures that every initiative reflects the Islamic values of empathy, sincerity, and service to humanity.

📧 Email: compassion@pillarsmosque.org

Our Mission

“To serve our community with compassion, uphold the dignity of every individual, and follow the Sunnah of the Prophet ﷺ by caring for those in need.”

Our Programs & Annual Highlights

Here’s a look at what we’ve accomplished this year, Alhamdulillah:

  1. Monthly Hot Breakfast at Roof Above
    Every month, our volunteers sponsor, cook, serve, and clean up after a hearty breakfast for residents of the men’s shelter — bringing warmth and dignity to our neighbors in need.

  2. Ramadan Dinner Sponsorships
    During Ramadan, Team Compassion extended its support by sponsoring evening dinners at Roof Above, complementing the monthly breakfast program.

  3. Snack Pack Initiatives
    Volunteers organized snack pack drives for the Boys & Girls Club Salvation Army and Roof Above shelters — providing ready-to-eat meals and care items for men and women in need.

  4. Three Winners Food Drive
    In partnership with UNC-Chapel Hill and the Central Food Bank, Team Compassion conducted a large-scale food drive to help combat hunger across North Carolina.

  5. NourishUp Grocery Delivery
    Through collaboration with NourishUp, volunteers deliver groceries directly to local families, ensuring consistent access to healthy food.

  6. Clothing Drive for Refugee Support Services
    Volunteers collected, sorted, and distributed clothing for newly resettled refugee families, helping them begin their new lives with dignity and hope.

  7. Support for the Senegalese Community
    Using zakat funds, Team Compassion provided targeted financial assistance to support local Senegalese community members facing hardship.

  8. Hygiene Essentials Drive with Welcome Home Charlotte
    Volunteers assembled hygiene kits for newly arrived families and individuals, restoring comfort and confidence.

  9. Refugee Food Supply Assistance
    Partnering with Welcome Home Charlotte, our team helped sort and distribute food packages for refugee families in need.

  10. Gracious Hands Women’s Housing Support
    Financial contributions helped sustain operations at Gracious Hands, a women’s shelter providing safety and stability for residents.

  11. Qurbani Meat Distribution with Islamic Relief USA
    Nearly 1,000 pounds of Qurbani meat were distributed to families throughout the Charlotte area.

  12. Volunteer Packing at NourishUp Warehouse
    Our volunteers routinely assist at the NourishUp warehouse, assembling grocery boxes for community delivery.

  13. Blood Drives in Collaboration with OneBlood
    Team Compassion hosts community blood drives, encouraging life-saving donations and volunteer participation.

  14. Turkey Distribution with Islamic Relief USA
    Pillars Mosque served as a distribution center for 240 turkeys, providing families with food for the holiday season.

Get Involved

Join Team Compassion and be part of a growing network of volunteers committed to serving humanity with sincerity and love.
Your small act of kindness can make a lasting impact.

👉 Sign Up to Volunteer Now
or email compassion@pillarsmosque.org

Closing Statement

Through these collective efforts, Team Compassion continues to embody the spirit of Islam — connecting hearts, uplifting lives, and strengthening our community one act of kindness at a time.
With gratitude to Allah ﷻ and the unwavering support of our volunteers, we remain committed to serving those in need, year after year.

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