August 2024 Hike
2024-08-04 09:00 - 12:00 UTC | Teepee Trail, USFS Angeles Station 11 - Angeles Crest 5898 CA-22, La Cañada Flintridge, CA, 91011, United States
Date:8/4/2024 Teepee Trail
Address:
USFS Angeles Station 11 – Angeles Crest
5898 CA-22, La Cañada Flintridge, CA 91011
Distant: 5.4 Miles Moderate

October 2024 Hike
2024-10-06 09:00 - 12:00 | Florida Canyon Trail in Balboa Park, 1979 Upas St.,, San Diego, CA, 92103, United States
Salaam members and friends,
Please note that our sixth MIFNA hike/nature walk for 2024 will be on Sun, Oct 6th.The hike/nature walk will be at the Florida Canyon Trail,1979 Upas St., San Diego, CA 92103.
It is an easy 3-mile loop trail. We plan to start the hike/nature walk at 9 a.m. sharp. Parking will be along Upas St. or around Balboa Park.
An RSVP is greatly appreciated so we won’t leave anybody behind in case some of you were to arrive late. To RSVP or get more information, please text Sam Hashim at 310-433-8969. Bottled water and light snacks will be provided.
We hope to see you there.
MIFNA Communications
Sept 6th, 2024

Mifna’s Family Day
2024-10-20 12:00 - 17:00 | El Dorado Park West Senior Center 2800 Studebaker Rd, Long Beach, CA 90815, 2800 Studebaker Rd, Long Beach, CA, 90815, United States
El Dorado Park
West Community Center and Lawn Area,
2800 N Studebaker Rd,
Long Beach, CA 90815

Salaam members and friends,
Save the date and mark your calendars for our annual MIFNA Family Day, which will be held on Sunday, October 20th, 2024, at the El Dorado Park West Senior Center and Lawn Area.
As in previous years, there will be vendors selling popular Malaysian food, snacks and desserts, fun games for the whole family, and amazing hampers and prizes to be raffled and won.
If you are interested in becoming a vendor, please contact Anizah Hairudin at (562) 547-9954. If you would like to donate baskets/hampers/gifts for raffles, please contact Liza Rais at (951) 742-9481. If you would like to help out with games and/or setup, please contact Sam Hashim at (310) 433-8969.
Let’s make this the best MIFNA Family Day yet!
MIFNA Communications
Sept 4, 2024

Click here to donate: https://mifna.com/donate-for-mifnas-family-day/
Click here to see the food vendors and preorder policy: https://mifna.com/update-food-vendors-and-preorders-for-family-day-sun-oct-20th-2024/
Click here to see the games: https://mifna.com/family-day-update-fun-games-for-the-whole-family-sun-oct-20th-2024/

November 2024 Hike
2024-11-03 09:00 - 12:00
Date: 11/3/2024
Brightwater Trail
Parking at this address:
3842 Warner Avenue, Huntington Beach, CA 92649
Distant: 4.4 miles easy loop.

Salaam members and friends,
Our seventh MIFNA hike/nature walk for 2024 will be on Sun, Nov 3rd, 2024. The hike/nature walk will be at the Brightwater Trail, 3842 Warner Ave., Huntington Beach, CA 92649.
It is an easy 4.4-mile loop trail with an elevation gain of only 127 ft. We plan to start the hike/nature walk at 9 a.m. sharp. Parking will be at the address given above .
An RSVP is greatly appreciated so we won’t leave anybody behind in case some of you were to arrive late. To RSVP or get more information, please text Sam Hashim at 310-433-8969. Bottled water and light snacks will be provided.
We hope to see you there.
MIFNA Communications
Oct 31st, 2024

December 2024 Hike
2024-12-01 09:00 - 12:00 | El Dorado Park Nature Trail, 7550 East Spring Street, Long Beach, CA, 90815, United States
Date: 12/1/2024 El Dorado Park Nature Trail
Address: 7550 East Spring Street, Long Beach, CA 90815
Distant: 2.4 miles Easy

Salaam members and friends,
Our eighth and final MIFNA hike/nature walk for 2024 will be this Sun, Dec 1st, 2024. The hike/nature walk will be at the El Dorado Nature Center Trail, 7550 E Spring St., Long Beach, CA 90815.
It is an easy and pretty 2.4-mile trail. We plan to start the hike/nature walk at 9 a.m. sharp. Parking will be at the address above, with a $8 parking fee per entrance.
An RSVP is greatly appreciated so we won’t leave anybody behind in case some of you were to arrive late. To RSVP or get more information, please text Sam Hashim at 310-433-8969. Bottled water and light snacks will be provided.
We hope to see you there.
MIFNA Communications
Nov 26, 2024

(UPDATED Change in Venue) MIFNA's 18th AGM Notice: Saturday, Dec 07, 2024, 3:00 PM
2024-12-07 15:00 - 16:00
Salam voting* members,

Notice is hereby given that the 18th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Malaysian Islamic Foundation of North America (MIFNA) will be held on:

DATE: Saturday, December 7, 2024

TIME: 3:00 pm

UPDATED PLACE: 5632 El Palomino Dr, Jurupa Valley, CA 92509. Gate code 042#

AGENDA:

To approve the minutes of the 17th AGM held on Saturday, December 2, 2023.
President’s Report for 2024.
To approve the 2023 Financial Report.
Other matters.
Adjournment of meeting.

Light refreshments will be served after the AGM.
Zoom link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84889906092?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 848 8990 6092
Passcode: [REDACTED]
Rina Faisal
SECRETARY 2024-2025

* Voting members are Family members (member and spouse), Individual members, and Student members.
MIFNA Communications
November 22, 2024 & December 5, 2024

Hike # 1
2025-01-26 09:00 - 12:00 | Upper Newport Bay Nature Preserve, 2301 University Dr., Newport Beach, CA, CA, 92660
Salam everyone,

Come and join our first MIFNA hike for the year this Sunday, January 26th. Details are in the flyer.

We hope to see you then.

MIFNA Communications

January 23, 2025

Hike # 2 MIFNA's Feb Hike/Nature Walk 2025: Sun, Feb 16th, 2025
2025-02-16 09:00 - 12:00 | Santiago Creek Trail, Santiago Oaks Regional Park, 2145 Windes Dr., Orange, CA 92869
Salaam members and friends,
Our MIFNA hike/nature walk for Feb 2025 will be this Sun, Feb 16th, 2025, at the Santiago Creek Trail, Santiago Oaks Regional Park, 2145 Windes Dr., Orange, CA 92869.
It is an easy-to-moderate trail that is under 2 hours long. We plan to start the hike/nature walk at 9 a.m. sharp. Parking will be at the address above, with a $5 parking fee per entrance.
An RSVP is greatly appreciated so we won’t leave anybody behind in case some of you were to arrive late. To RSVP or get more information, please text Sam Hashim at 310-433-8969. Bottled water and light snacks will be provided.
Please note that in the event of rain, the hike may be postponed to the following Saturday, Feb 22nd, 2025. Please contact Sam at 310-433-8969 for confirmation.
We hope to see you there.
MIFNA Communications
Feb 11, 2025

1st Ramadan 2025/1446 AH & Ramadan Activities
2025-03-01
Based on the decision of the Fiqh Council of North America, the Shura Council has announced that the dates of Ramadan and Eid-al-Fitr for the year 2025/1446 AH are as follows:
Ramadan 2025/1446 AH
First Taraweeh: Friday night, February 28, 2025
First Day of Fasting (1st Ramadan): Saturday, Mar 1, 2025
May Allah (swt) keep us on the right path and accept our fasting and prayers. Ameen.
Please check out our MIFNA activities in Ramadan:
1st Communal iftar (majlis berbuka puasa)
2nd Communal Iftar (majlis berbuka puasa)
Bazaar Ramadan

Ramadan Iftar #1
2025-03-08 | Garvey Center 9108 Garvey Ave. Rosemead, CA 91770
First Communal Iftar, Saturday, Mar 8th, 2025
Consulate General of Malaysia, Los Angeles will host the first iftar at:
Garvey Center
9108 Garvey Avenue
Rosemead, CA 91770
RSVP is required as the event is limited to 150 guests. Please RSVP at https://forms.gle/sWw4cE2JEBbNWUT38 at your earliest convenience. You may view the program of the event when you RSVP.
An RSVP is required for this event, and we have almost reached maximum capacity.
Here is the planned menu for the iftar:
Kurma
Main Dishes (Nasi Kandar)
Nasi putih
Daging masak hitam
Ayam sambal bawang
Kari Kepala Ikan
Papedum
Telur Masin
Bendi
Kobis goreng kunyit
Drinks
Teh Tarik
Fruit punch
Canned Soda
Water
Tea and Coffee
Guests are welcome to bring appetizers and desserts.
Thank you!
MIFNA Communications
Updated Mar 7, 2025

Bazaar Ramadan
2025-03-16 15:00 - 17:00 | 409 W Woodruff Ave, Arcadia, CA 91007
Bazaar Ramadan, Sunday, Mar 16th, 2025
Join us for our annual Ramadan Bazaar at:Backyard of Ben Iskandar’s Residence
409 W Woodruff Avenue
Arcadia, CAPlease look through the variety of foods, cookies, kuih, and desserts offered by all eight participating vendors and contact them directly for pre-orders and payment.Pick up time will be from 3 to 5 pm.See you there!
MIFNA Communications
Updated Mar 10, 2025

E’s Kitchen is sold out!

Perwakilan LA’s Kitchen is sold out!

Warong D’LA’s nasi dagang, pasembur, Dubai Chocolate are sold out!

Bubur lambuk Haji Aji is sold out!

Ramadan Iftar #2
2025-03-22 18:00 - 22:00 | El Dorado Park West Senior Center, 2800 N. Studebaker, Long Beach, CA, 90815, United States
Second Communal Iftar, Saturday, Mar 22nd, 2025
Assalaam mu’alay kum (peace be upon you),
Dear members and friends,

Please join us for MIFNA’s second and last communal iftar (majlis berbuka puasa) for Ramadan 2025:
Saturday, March 22, 2025
6:00 -10:00 pm
El Dorado Park West – Senior Center
2800 N. Studebaker Rd
Long Beach, CA 90815

Program
6:00 pm: Guests arrival
7:06 pm: Buka puasa; announcements
7:30 pm: Solat Maghrib
7:45 pm: Dinner
8:30 pm: Isha’ prayer followed by teraweeh prayer
10:00 pm: Clean up
10:30 pm: Vacate hall

MIFNA will provide kurma (dates) and food and drinks for dinner.

Dinner Menu
Malaysian Food:
Nasi putih, Kari ayam, Daging masak kicap, Sambal ikan, Stir-fry mix vegetables, Ulam (fresh herbs) & Sambal belacan,
Mee hoon goreng.
American Food:
Cheese pizza, Veggi pizza; Spaghetti with meat sauce (red).
Drinks:
Water, Fruit punch, Hot coffee, Hot water, Tea bags, and Teh Tarik mixes.
Canned soda and Yeo’s boxed drinks (assorted).

Guests are welcome to bring appetizers, desserts, or fruits for the iftar.

Zakat Fitrah
There is still time to pay your zakat fitrah. We want to thank all those who have paid their zakat fitrah to date. It is $15/person and can be paid online at Donation/Zakat – MIFNA or in person at the iftar to one of the following amil (zakat collector):

Sam Hashim
Ishak Japar

Please pay your zakat fitrah by Monday, March 24, if possible, so that the zakat committee can distribute the collection to qualified recipients before Eid il Fitri on March 30, 2025.
The zakat committee is now accepting nominations for zakat fitrah recipients. Please provide full name and contact information for each recipient nominated.
Submit your nominations to:
Sam Hashim, Chair, 2025 zakat committee
Email: azni97@yahoo.com
You may also pay your zakat and sadaqah to your local masjid or online to other Muslim charities and organizations such as:
Islamic Relief: https://irusa.org/
Zakat Foundation: https://www.zakat.org/ramadan
MIFNA Communications
March 17, 2025

Hari Raya Aidil Fitri-Solat & Brunch
2025-03-30 08:30 - 13:00 | Skyview Event Center, 5257 Wineville Avenue, Jurupa Valley, CA 91752
1st of Shawwal and Hari Raya Aidil Fitri: Sunday, March 30
The 1st of Shawwal and the end of fasting is less than ten days away. Preparations are already underway to celebrate this most auspicious and joyous day.

MIFNA will be hosting Solat ‘Aidil Fitri followed by brunch on Sunday, March 30, at the Skyview Event Center, 5257 Wineville Ave., Jurupa Valley, CA 91752.
All MIFNA members and Friends of MIFNA are invited. To ensure that we have enough food, seats and ‘duit raya’ for the kids, we are asking for RSVP by clicking on this link https://docs.google.com/forms/d/150oJ5ftR8QbdZrN5jq-d8HFbSK9vtsr4QxHNHZzfx3E/preview. Please RSVP by Friday, March 28.
If you plan to bring non-MIFNA members as guests to the event, please contact Event Chair Hasnah Hamdan at 949-230-1432 by Friday, March 28, to register your guests. A donation of $20 per guest is appreciated, or your guest(s) may join MIFNA as an individual, family, student, or honorary member. The membership application can be completed online at Membership – MIFNA prior to the event. Please RSVP with the total number of adults and kids attending (including guests) by March 28.
MIFNA is providing all food and drinks for the brunch. Members are welcome to bring dessert, kuih Raya (Raya cookies), or fruits to share.

Call for DonationsWe are soliciting donations to help defray the costs for MIFNA’s Ramadan and Shawwal events. May we suggest the following donation amounts:
Platinum: ≥$1000
Gold: $500-$999
Silver: $200-$499
Bronze: $100-$199
Donations in other amounts or in ‘kind’ are also welcome. Thank you in advance for your generosity.
1. You may donate online at Donation/Zakat – MIFNA.
2. Donate in person to event chairperson: Hasnah Hamdan, MIFNA treasurer: Anizah Hairudin, or any MIFNA Board member.
3. Put your donation into any Donation boxes that will be available at the event.
Contact Hasnah at 949-230-1432 if you have questions or suggestions for Raya donation.

Program 8:30 am Guests Arrival & Registration
8:45 am Takbeer begins
9:15 am Solat Aidil Fitri & Khutbah
10:15 am Brunch
10:30 am Photo Session begins
11:00 am Welcome Remarks & Announcements
Duit Raya Give-Away
Social Hour
1:00 pm Event Ends, Clean Up
2:00 pm Vacate Hall

Brunch Menu
Main Dishes:
Nasi Impit (Cubed Rice)
Nasi Putih (White Rice)
Nasi Minyak (Buttered Rice)
Lemang & Pulut Kuning
Rendang Daging (Beef Rendang)
Ayam Masak Merah (Chicken in Red Sauce)
Lodeh (Vegetables, Tofu & Tempeh in Coconut Gravy)
Kuah Kacang (Peanut Sauce).
Vegetarian Dishes:
Nasi Impit (Cubed Rice)
Nasi Putih (White Rice)
Pulut Kuning
Rendang Nangka (Jackfruit Rendang)
Vegetarian Lodeh (Vegetables & Tofu in Coconut Gravy)
Kuah Kacang (Peanut Sauce)
Mee Goreng Sayur (Vegetarian Fried Noodles).
Pizza & Noodles:
Cheese pizza
Veggie pizza
Mee Goreng Udang (Fried noodles with Shrimp)
Mee Goreng Ayam (Fried noodles with Chicken)
Dessert:
Durian cake
Pandan cake
Chocolate cake
Vanilla cake
Kuih Raya (Raya cookies)
Fruits
Cold Drinks:
Fruit punch
Canned Soda
Water
Hot Drinks:
Coffee
Tea
3 in 1 Coffee
3 in 1 Tea

Rules/Requirements
Please be aware and observe the following rules/requirements for the event:
1. Registration/sign-in is required at the hall.
2. Facial masks are optional.
3. Please bring your own prayer mat for solat if you can.
4. Smoking or vaping is not allowed on the premises, in the parking lot and at the neighboring Vernola Family Park (per Riverside County ordinance).
5. Children must be supervised at all times.
MIFNA will not be liable for any mishaps during the event.
Recommended attire: Traditional or business casual.
MIFNA Communications
March 24, 2025

Hike #3
2025-04-06

MIFNA's May Hike/Nature Walk 2025: Sun, May 18th, 2025
2025-05-18
Salaam members and friends,
Our MIFNA hike/nature walk for May 2025 will be this Sun, May 18th, 2025, at the Santiago Creek Trail, Santiago Oaks Regional Park, 2145 Windes Dr., Orange, CA 92869.
It is an easy-to-moderate trail that is under 2 hours long. We plan to start the hike/nature walk at 9 a.m. sharp. Parking will be at the address above, with a $5 parking fee per entrance.
An RSVP is greatly appreciated so we won’t leave anybody behind in case some of you were to arrive late. To RSVP or get more information, please text Sam Hashim at 310-433-8969. Bottled water and light snacks will be provided.
We hope to see you there.
MIFNA Communications
May 12, 2025

Hike #5
2025-06-01
The June hike is canceled. Thank you.

Hari Raya Haji Brunch 2025
2025-06-08 11:00 - 14:00
MIFNA’s Aidil Adha Brunch
Date: Sunday, June 8, 2025, 11 am – 2 pm
Place: El Dorado Park West Senior Center
2800 N Studebaker Rd, Long Beach, CA 90815
Please use this link to RSVP latest by Thursday, June 5th, 2025
https://forms.gle/PyjYsaSeWYC2UsFX7
Program
11:00 am: Guest Arrival and Registration
11:30 am: Brunch
12:15 pm: Welcome Remarks and Announcements
Presentation: ‘Our 2024 Hajj Experience’
1:30 pm: Solat Dhuhur & Takbeer
2:00 pm: Clean up
3:00 pm: Vacate Hall
Menu
MIFNA will be providing the following food and drinks:
Sup Tulang & Daging (Beef Soup)
Sup Kambing (Goat Soup)
Nasi Putih (White Rice)
Masak Lemak Nangka (Jackfruit in Coconut Gravy)
Kerabu Mangga (Mango Salad)
Sayur Goreng (Stir-Fried Mixed Vegetables)
Condiments and Baguettes for the Soups
Cheese and Veggie Pizzas
Cold Drinks:
Fruit Punch, Water, Soda, Yeo’s Chrysanthemum Tea
Hot Drinks:
Brewed Coffee, Hot Water, Tea Bags, 3 in 1 Coffee and Tea Mixes.
Members are welcome to bring their favorite Hari Raya Haji/Aidil Adha dish, appetizer, dessert or fruits.
Questions? Contact Hasnah Hamdan at 949-230-1432.
Recommended attire: National/Traditional or Smart Casual.
MIFNA Communications
May 27th, 2025

MIFNA's July Hike/Nature Walk 2025: Sun, July 13th, 2025
2025-07-13 09:00 - 12:00 | Sea Trail to Big Canyon Trail. 6004 Shellmaker Road, Newport Beach, CA 92660
Salaam members and friends,
Our MIFNA hike/nature walk for July 2025 will be this Sun, July 13th, 2025, at the Sea Trail to Big Canyon Trail, 6004 Shellmaker Rd., Newport Beach, CA 92660.
It is a flat, 3-mile trail around the coast. We plan to start the hike/nature walk at 9 a.m. sharp. Parking will be on the street along Back Bay Drive. Restrooms are available at the Science Center.
An RSVP is greatly appreciated, so we won’t leave anybody behind in case some of you were to arrive late. To RSVP or get more information, please text Sam Hashim at 310-433-8969. Bottled water and light snacks will be provided.
We hope to see you there.
MIFNA Communications
July 8, 2025

Hike # 7
2025-08-03

Unity Festival
2025-08-31

MIFNA's September Hike/Nature Walk 2025: Sun, Sept 14th, 2025
2025-09-14
Salaam members and friends,
Our MIFNA hike/nature walk for September 2025 will be this Sun, September 14th, 2025, at the Marshall Canyon Trail, 5400 Wheeler Ave., La Verne, CA 91750.
It is an easy-to-moderate trail that can be completed under 2 hours. We plan to start the hike/nature walk at 9 a.m. sharp. We will park and meet at Oak Mesa Park, at the address given above. Restrooms are available in the park.
An RSVP is greatly appreciated, so we won’t leave anybody behind in case some of you arrive late. To RSVP or get more information, please text Sam Hashim at 310-433-8969. Bottled water and light snacks will be provided.
We hope to see you there.
MIFNA Communications
Sept 13, 2025

MIFNA's October Hike/Nature Walk 2025: Sun, Oct 5th, 2025
2025-10-05 09:00 - 12:00
Salaam members and friends,
Our MIFNA hike/nature walk for October 2025 will be this Sunday, October 5th, 2025, at the Oak Canyon Nature Center, 6700 E. Walnut Canyon Rd., Anaheim, CA 92807.
It is an easy-to-moderate trail that can be completed under 2 hours. We plan to start the hike/nature walk at 9 a.m. sharp. We will park and meet at the Nature Center parking lot, at the address given above. Parking is free, and restrooms are available in the nature center.
An RSVP is greatly appreciated, so we won’t leave anybody behind in case some of you arrive late. To RSVP or get more information, please text Sam Hashim at 310-433-8969. Bottled water and light snacks will be provided.
We hope to see you there.
MIFNA Communications

Oct 1st, 2025

Family Day, Sunday, October 12th, 2025
2025-10-12 11:00 - 17:00 | El Dorado Park West Senior Center 2800 Studebaker Rd, Long Beach, CA 90815, 2800 Studebaker Rd, Long Beach, CA, 90815, United States
Salam members and friends,
MIFNA Family Day is on October 12, 2025, at the El Dorado Park West Senior Center and Lawn Area, 2800 N. Studebaker Rd., Long Beach, CA 90815.
Please plan to arrive between 11 and 11:30 am. The registration table opens at 11 am, and food vendors open at 11:30 am. Note that Fried Chicken ala KFC will only arrive after 12 noon.
We hope you have pre-ordered your food from the many food vendors selling that day. If not, please do so soon as some vendors like Sate Abah have sold out and food item like the mee rebus has reached its maximum order quantity. Link for pre-orders is at the bottom of this page.
There will be tables and chairs set up in the lawn area, but you are welcome to bring your picnic chairs and blankets. However, please leave your cute pets at home.
Zuhur prayers will be at 12:45 pm, and Games will begin at 1 pm. Please sign up for the games you would like to play at the registration table when you arrive. Delightful prizes await.
After the games are done, we will assemble at the Senior Center Hall for the opening dance performed by MIFNA ladies and youth. We will have our prize giving and raffles at the hall too. Remember to buy raffle tickets at the registration table for a chance to win the many wonderful gift baskets donated and put together by our members and friends.
Last but not least, the event will close with a performance by MIFNA band members, accompanied by our very young but talented dancers.
See you then!
MIFNA Communications
October 10th, 2025

You can also make a cash donation through PayPal on our website Mifna.com or Zelle us directly at mifnatreasurer@mifna.com.
Thank you in advance for your support in making this event fun and successful!

Event Program can be viewed here: https://mifna.com/event-program-for-family-day-sun-oct-12-2025/
Vendors and Food Pre-Orders can be viewed here: https://mifna.com/vendors-and-food-pre-orders-for-family-day-sun-oct-12-2025/
Games can be viewed here: https://mifna.com/games-for-family-day-sun-oct-12-2025/

AGM & High Tea
2025-12-13 | Jurupa Community Center, Jurupa Valley, CA
Salam members and friends,

19th ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
Notice is hereby given that the 19th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Malaysian Islamic Foundation of North America (MIFNA) will be held on:
DATE: Saturday, December 13, 2025
TIME: 2:00 pm
PLACE: Jurupa Community Center (JCC), 4810 Pedley Road, Jurupa Valley, CA 92509

Agenda:

To approve the minutes of the 18th AGM held on December 7, 2024.
President’s Report for 2025.
To approve the 2024 Financial Report.
Proposal to amend MIFNA Bylaws (proposed amendment in red):

SECTION 11.6. LOANS AND GRANTS

The corporation shall not make any loans or grants to members without the members’ submission of a written application for the loan or grant, and only upon board approval.
Terms of the loan or grant shall be clearly stated in a written contract, reviewed and approved by the board, and shall include the loan or grant amount, repayment terms, loan fees, repayment period, and installment amount.

The maximum amount of loan shall be no more than 70% of the balance in the Emergency Assistance Fund (EAF) or ≤$4000 (whichever is less). Debtor shall complete and sign a Promissory note or loan form before the loan can be disbursed by the MIFNA treasurer. Terms of payment: Loans ≤$2500 are to be paid within 6 months. Loans >$2500 are to be paid within 1 year.
The amount that can be given out per grant is no more than 20% of the balance in EAF or $1000 maximum (whichever is less). Each recipient is limited to receive only one grant per year.

ARTICLE II Section 2.1 NON-PROFIT PURPOSE:

This corporation is organized exclusively for charitable, religious, and educational purposes, including for such purposes, the making of distributions to organizations that qualify as exempt organizations under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, or the corresponding section of any future federal tax code. MIFNA was incorporated on Nov 13, 2006, in the state of California. IRS EIN (Tax ID): 20-8103223.

Election of 2026-2027 MIFNA Board of Directors:

Report by Election Chair
Results of the Election
Ratification of Election results.

Other matters.
Adjournment of meeting.

High tea will be served after the AGM.

Rina Faisal
MIFNA Secretary 2024-2025

High tea details: Click here. RSVP Required.

MIFNA's December Hike/Nature Walk 2025: Sun, Dec 14th, 2025
2025-12-14
Salaam members and friends,
Our MIFNA hike/nature walk for December 2025 will be this Sunday, December 14th, 2025, at the Deer Canyon Park, 7502 E. Hollow Oak Rd., Anaheim, CA 92808.
It is a moderate trail that can be completed under 2 hours. We plan to start the hike/nature walk at 9 a.m. sharp. We will park along the road at the address given above.
An RSVP is greatly appreciated, so we won’t leave anybody behind in case some of you arrive late. To RSVP or get more information, please text Sam Hashim at 310-433-8969. Bottled water and light snacks will be provided.
We hope to see you there.
MIFNA Communications
Dec 11th, 2025

Hike #1
2026-02-01 09:00
Salaam members and friends,
Our MIFNA hike/nature walk for January 2026 will be this Sunday, February 1st, 2026, at the Big Dalton Canyon Trail, Glendora, CA 91741.
It is an easy-to-moderate trail that is about 3 miles long. We plan to start the hike/nature walk at 9 a.m. sharp. We will park along the Big Dalton Canyon Rd.
An RSVP is greatly appreciated, so we won’t leave anybody behind in case some of you arrive late. To RSVP or get more information, please text Sam Hashim at 310-433-8969. Bottled water and light snacks will be provided.
We hope to see you there.
MIFNA Communications
Jan 27th, 2026

Hike #2 MIFNA's Feb Hike/Nature Walk 2026: Sun, Feb 15th, 2026
2026-02-15 09:00
Salaam members and friends,
We have planned another MIFNA hike/nature walk for Feb 2026, and it will be this Sunday, February 15th, at the Deer Canyon Park Reserve,7512 E Hollow Oak Road. Anaheim, CA 92808.
The trail will take us under 2 hours to complete and is stroller-friendly. We plan to start the hike/nature walk at 9 a.m. sharp. Please park along the E Hollow Oak Rd.
An RSVP is greatly appreciated, so we won’t leave anybody behind in case some of you arrive late. To RSVP or get more information, please text Sam Hashim at 310-433-8969. Bottled water and light snacks will be provided.
We hope to see you there.

MIFNA Communications

Feb 10th, 2026

1st Ramadan
2026-02-18
First Ramadan
Just a reminder that the 1st of Ramadan begins tonight after sunset. First Taraweeh is tonight, Tuesday, Feb 17.
The first day of fasting will be tomorrow, Wednesday, Feb 18. Fasting begins after dawn tomorrow.

Ramadan iftar #1
2026-02-28
1st Communal Iftar
MIFNA’s first communal iftar (majlis berbuka puasa) this Ramadan will be on Saturday, February 28, 5-11 pm. Please RSVP to Hasnah Hamdan at 949-230-1472 by Wednesday, Feb 25, 2026, if you plan to attend. Please include the number of people in your party, and how many kids, if any.
Venue: Jurupa Community Center, 4810 Pedley Rd, Jurupa Valley, CA 92509
MIFNA will be providing food and drinks for the iftar. Guests are welcome to bring appetizers, desserts, or fruits.
Menu (Main)
Nasi Putih (white rice)
Daging & Rebung Masak Lemak Cili Padi (beef and bamboo shoots in chili and coconut gravy)
Kale dan Labu Masak Lemak (kale with squash in coconut gravy)
Udang Goreng Kunyit (fried turmeric prawns)
Ayam Goreng (fried chicken ala KFC)
Spaghetti with Meatballs
Tossed Salad, Garlic Bread, and Pizza
Maghrib, Isyak, and Teraweeh prayers will be held outdoors in the community center garden (weather permitting). Please dress accordingly.

Zakat Fitrah
As a service to our members, MIFNA will begin accepting zakat fitrah of $15/person effective February 18, 2026. You may pay your zakat by any one of the following methods:

Online at the MIFNA website (mifna.com). Click on the ZAKAT button on the Home page to pay your zakat. Payment by Zelle or PayPal is accepted. Please write ‘zakat fitrah’ in the memo
In person to MIFNA ’amil at any of the communal iftars.
By check. Write a check to MIFNA and mail it to ‘Hasnah Hamdan, MIFNA Treasurer, 5632 El Palomino Dr, Jurupa Valley, CA 92509’.

To ensure enough time for the zakat collected to be distributed to those eligible in our community, we suggest that all zakat fitrah be paid by March 15, 2026.

MIFNA Communications
February 17, 2026

Bazaar Ramadan
2026-03-08
2026 MIFNA Ramadan Bazaar
We are excited to present the many vendors offering an array of delicious snacks, appetizers, dishes, and desserts for this year’s Ramadan Bazaar.
This event will take place on Sunday, March 8th, and pre-orders are now available.
How it Works
1. Members will order and prepay for food directly with vendors. MIFNA is not responsible for any transactions between vendors and buyers.
2. Please obtain and keep your receipt and confirmation number from vendors to ensure your orders are not missed.
3. Food pickup will be between 3-5 pm.
4. Pickup location will be at 220 Laurel Ave., Arcadia, CA.
List of Vendors
Please click on each vendor’s name to view the flyer. Vendors are listed in alphabetical order
1. Authentic Bangladeshi Delights by Jony Shamser
2. Bubur Lambuk Haji Aji by Fauzi & Rina
3. Crunchy Munchies by Lalli
4. E’s Kitchen by Elyna Mansor
5. Kueh Kampong Cypress by Rose
6. MIFNA Ramadan by Sharifah & Suraya
7. Oh, My Kuih! by Elly & Ida
8. Rina’s Kuih Raya by Rina Salim
9. Sauceology Culinary by Chef Ali & Chef Rayna
10. Selera Singapore by Lin
11. Special Iftar Menu by Anizah Hairudin
12. Sze’s Kitchen by Sze Quak
13. Warong D’LA by Fida Varela
See you at the bazaar!
MIFNA Communications
February 29, 2026
