For many years, Muslims across the Willamette Valley have gathered in a small but beloved masjid — a place where we have prayed together, learned together, welcomed new families, and watched our community grow. It has been a home filled with meaning, connection, and faith. But as our community continues to expand, one reality has become clear: we need more space.
Today, we have an extraordinary opportunity before us — one that could shape the future of Islam in our region for generations.
A New Home With Room to Grow
Alhamdulillah, a former LDS church in our area has become available for purchase. The building is spacious, well‑located, and full of potential. It represents the chance to build something our community has long dreamed of: a true Islamic center that serves every age, every family, and every need.
The vision for the Willamette Valley Islamic Center includes:
- Spacious prayer areas for our growing congregation
- Classrooms for Qur’an, Arabic, and Islamic studies
- A daycare supporting Muslim children and families
- An indoor basketball court & youth center for safe, positive youth engagement
- A funeral preparation room to honor our loved ones with dignity
- A community kitchen for Ramadan iftars, celebrations, and gatherings
- Dedicated spaces for programs serving children, youth, adults, new Muslims, and the wider community
These are not luxuries — they are essential needs for a thriving Muslim community. And now, we have the chance to build them.
The Opportunity — and the Challenge
The property can be purchased for $800,000, but before moving forward, we must complete essential inspections and due diligence. These upfront costs ensure the building is sound and help us understand what repairs or renovations may be needed.
At this stage, donations will support:
- Property inspections
- Due diligence
- Pre‑purchase expenses
If the inspections confirm the building is a good fit, the community will move forward with the purchase and begin renovations — including removing pews, creating open prayer spaces, updating bathrooms for wudu, and preparing the building for Islamic use.
If the building does not meet the community’s needs, the funds raised will be preserved for the next opportunity.
But time is short. The sellers hope to close before the end of the year, giving us less than four months to raise the necessary funds.
A Legacy of Sadaqah Jariyah
This project is more than a building. It is a chance to establish a permanent home for Islam in the Willamette Valley — a place where:
- Children will learn Qur’an
- Youth will find belonging
- Families will gather for Ramadan and Eid
- New Muslims will find support
- Generations will pray, grow, and connect
The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said:
“Whoever builds a mosque for Allah, Allah will build for him a house like it in Paradise.” — Sahih al‑Bukhari & Sahih Muslim
Every donation — whether $25, $100, $1,000, or more — is an investment in sadaqah jariyah that continues long after we are gone.
How You Can Help
You can support the Willamette Valley Islamic Center project by donating or sharing the campaign with others. Even if you cannot give financially, spreading the word is a powerful form of support.
Donate or learn more: https://givebutter.com/WVICfundraisingcampaign
Together, we can build a center that serves our community today — and for generations to come.
May Allah accept every donation, every share, every prayer, and every effort made toward this project. Ameen.