Fasting for Charity During Ramadan

This fascinating story aired on NPR's "Day to Day" program today. I thought it would be of interest to many of you. -- Dave Burkum

Fasting for Charity During Ramadan

by Chana Joffe-Walt

Day to Day, October 10, 2006 · During the monthlong celebration of Ramadan, Muslim students at the University of Washington are encouraging their non-Muslim peers to fast for charity. The aim is to spread awareness of Islam within their college community.

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