Cash Waqf for Mosque Development: Engaging Every Citizen in a Perpetual Endowment
Keywords:
Waqf-Based Crowdfunding, Cash Waqf, Maldives Islands, Banda aceh, Mosque DevelopmentAbstract
This research aims to explore the viability and effectiveness of cash waqf through digital crowdfunding platforms in facilitating the construction of mosques in predominantly Muslim areas. It also seeks to propose a cash waqf model that encourages community-wide participation by involving every citizen. The study uses qualitative content analysis, drawing on literature reviews, and digital crowdfunding platform analysis, with a focus on the Maldives and Banda Aceh as unique contexts for exploring the scalability and sustainability of the proposed cash waqf model. This study introduces the Community-Integrated Waqf Development Model, demonstrating how digital crowdfunding can make cash waqf accessible to every citizen, encouraging full community participation. By enabling small contributions, the model cultivates a strong sense of shared ownership and responsibility. Our analysis suggests that this approach is not only sustainable and scalable but also has the potential to significantly enhance local development and cultural significance, particularly in fully Muslim communities like those in the Maldives and Banda Aceh. The findings offer practical recommendations for enhancing cash waqf implementation to support community development and meet the religious needs of Muslim populations. This research highlights the transformative potential of digital crowdfunding in modernizing waqf practices, emphasizing the crucial role of community-wide participation. It provides a practical and sustainable model for mosque construction, offering valuable insights for enhancing Islamic social finance in community development.
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