Restore Health,
Renew Hope
This Ramadan 2026
Your generosity delivers life-saving medical care to families across Syria, Lebanon, Jordan, Iraq, Gaza, Greece, and Ukraine—from safe deliveries to oncology care, mental health support, and emergency response.
In this page:
Support SAMS’ Ramadan Campaigns
Where Most Needed
Your support helps SAMS respond rapidly to urgent medical needs—from emergency care to surgeries and essential medications in Syria and across all countries we serve.
Syria Health 2030
SAMS is rebuilding Syria’s healthcare system by combining immediate lifesaving care with long-term investments in hospitals, medical staff, and health infrastructure to ensure quality care for today and the future.
Oncology Care
SAMS supports oncology centers across Northwest Syria, ensuring cancer patients receive life-saving treatment even in crisis conditions.
Maternal & Child Health
Safe childbirth, prenatal care, neonatal support, and maternal services across Syria, Greece, and Lebanon.
Mental Health & Psychosocial Support
Community trauma healing and mental health services for Syrians and refugees.
Join us in saving lives
Where Most Needed
SAMS delivers life-saving care across Syria, Lebanon, Jordan, Iraq, Gaza, Greece, and Ukraine. Your unrestricted support ensures clinics stay open, hospitals remain supplied, and families receive critical treatment every day.
Syria Health 2030
SAMS is rebuilding Syria’s healthcare system, combining lifesaving care with long-term investments in hospitals, medical staff, and health infrastructure.
Phase 1: Emergency Relief
Hospitals, mobile clinics, ICU units, trauma response, and essential medications.
Phase 2: Rebuilding the Health System
Restoring facilities, strengthening supply chains, and training health workers.
Phase 3: Centers of Excellence
Advanced specialty centers in oncology, cardiology, pediatrics, trauma, and chronic disease care.
Oncology Care
Cancer patients in Syria face severe barriers accessing care. SAMS supports oncology departments in:
Idlib Central Hospital
Bab Al-Hawa Hospital
Al-Shifaa Hospital, Afrin City
Jarablus Hospital
Al-Bab Hospital
SAMS provides diagnosis, chemotherapy, medications, and follow-up care for thousands of patients.
Maternal & Child Health
SAMS supports maternity hospitals in Syria including Al Dana, Qah, Raju, Afrin, and Idlib, delivering tens of thousands of babies every year.
Additional support includes:
Refugee maternal care in Greece through mobile medical units
Financial assistance in Lebanon to cover newborn hospital costs
Prenatal & postnatal care for mothers in crisis
Mental Health & Psychosocial Support
SAMS provides counseling, therapy, and psychosocial support for displaced Syrians. Since 2019, SAMS and the Schooner Foundation have strengthened national and international mental health systems through:
Community-based trauma support
Capacity-building for local health workers
Integration into the Jordan Response Plan and WHO frameworks
Over 14,500+ services were delivered in 2024 alone.
You Made Our Impact Possible
Your Ramdan 2025 and ongoing donations helped millions of people
3M+ essential services delivered
1M+ people in need
65,000+ surgeries
70,000+ dental services
20,000+ babies brought safely into the world
Countries We Serve
Lifesaving Care, Led by Syrians
The Syrian American Medical Society (SAMS) is a global, Syrian-led humanitarian organization committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate healthcare to communities affected by conflict and crisis. Established in 1998 and expanded as a nonprofit in 2007.
Everything You Need to Know About Ramadan 2026
Ramadan is a time of reflection, compassion, and giving, and many people have questions about how they can make a meaningful impact during this holy month.
In this FAQ, we answer common questions about the significance of Ramadan, how you can support families in need, SAMS’ medical programs, Zakat donations, our operations, and our long-term initiatives like Syria Health 2030.
What is the significance of Ramadan?
Ramadan is the holiest month of the Islamic year—a time of fasting, prayer, reflection, and giving. Muslims fast from dawn to sunset to strengthen their faith and show compassion for those in need. Deeds performed during Ramadan are believed to bring multiplied spiritual rewards.
How can I help families in need this Ramadan?
Ramadan is the holiest month of the Islamic year—a time of fasting, prayer, reflection, and giving. Muslims fast from dawn to sunset to strengthen their faith and show compassion for those in need. Deeds performed during Ramadan are believed to bring multiplied spiritual rewards.
When does Ramadan 2026 start?
Ramadan in 2026 is expected to begin at sunset on Tuesday, 17 February, and end at sunset on Thursday, 19 March. As with all Islamic months, the exact start date depends on the sighting of the new moon, so dates may vary slightly by country and local religious authorities.
When is Eid 2026?
Eid al-Fitr in 2026 is expected to be celebrated on Friday, 20 March, marking the end of Ramadan. The exact date depends on the sighting of the Shawwal moon, so it may vary by country and local Islamic authorities, with celebrations beginning at sunset the night before.
What happens when you miss a fast?
If a fast is missed during Ramadan, the ruling depends on the reason. When a fast is missed for a valid excuse—such as illness, travel, pregnancy, breastfeeding, or menstruation—the missed day should be made up later when it becomes possible. If a fast is missed intentionally without a valid excuse, the individual is required to repent sincerely and make up the missed fast, and in some cases an expiation (fidya or kaffarah) may also be required, according to Islamic guidance. It is recommended to consult a trusted scholar for personal situations.
SAMS & Ramadan 2026 FAQs
1. What medical programs does SAMS run during Ramadan?
SAMS expands essential healthcare across all operations, including:
Emergency & trauma care
Primary health services
Oncology care
Maternal & neonatal care
Mobile clinics
Mental health & psychosocial support
Chronic disease treatment
Surgical programs
2. How can I donate Zakat through SAMS?
SAMS is Zakat-eligible. You can fulfill your Zakat by donating through the Ramadan page and designating it toward:
Medical treatment
Essential medications
Emergency care
Support for the most vulnerable families
Zakat gifts ensure people in crisis receive the care they cannot afford.
3. How can I make a donation to your organization?
You can donate securely through our website using a credit/debit card or PayPal. We also accept bank transfers, checks, and recurring donations.
4. Is my donation tax-deductible?
Yes. We are a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, and your donation is tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. Our Tax ID is 16-1717058. A donation receipt will be sent to your email.
5. What percentage of my donation goes to helping those in need?
For every dollar donated in 2024, 96 cents went directly to programs.
6. Can I designate my donation to a specific program or cause?
Absolutely. During the donation process, you can select the project or fund you’d like your gift to support.
7. How do I set up a recurring monthly donation?
When donating online, select the option to make your gift monthly. You can manage or cancel recurring donations at any time.
8. Will I receive a receipt for my donation?
Yes. You will receive an email confirmation immediately after donating, and an annual tax statement will be sent each January.
9. Do you accept matching gifts?
Yes. Please check here to see if your employer will match your donation. Our Combined Federal Campaign ID is 25147
10. What is your refund policy for donations?
If you believe your donation was made in error, please email info@sams-usa.net within 30 days for a refund.
11. Can I donate in honor or memory of someone?
Yes, you can dedicate your donation. Include a note in the online comments and we can email the honoree. If you mail in your donation, please include a note with this information.
12. Do you accept gift- in-kind donations like medical supplies or equipment?
Yes. Please email gik@sams-usa.net to discuss the type and condition of the items, as we have specific guidelines for in-kind contributions.
13. Can I mail my donation instead of giving online?
Yes! If you prefer to donate by check or money order, please make it payable to SAMS Foundation and mail it to: SAMS Foundation PO Box 34115 Washington, DC 20043 To help us acknowledge your gift properly, please include your full contact information and include a note if you would like your donation directed toward a specific program.
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