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A Gift of Dates. A Gift of Impact.

Premium date tins with 100% of profits supporting charitable causes

About The
Date Project

Founded in 2015, The Date Project began with a simple idea — using the gift of dates during Ramadan to support those in need. What started as a £10 box sold to raise funds for the Al-Huda Bakery in Syria has grown into a global initiative rooted in generosity, faith, and community.

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CHARITY PRODUCTS

The Date Project have partnered up with One Nation as its charity partner. One Nation is a UK-based relief and development charity which has continued to support local and international relief projects to help improve lives. One Nation operates on a 100% donation policy. They work under the guidance of the Charity Commission and scholars in order to ensure that funds are distributed according to both Islamic and UK charity laws

Donate Box of Dates

£5.00
This donation provides a full box of dates to support

Uk Projects

£20.00
This virtual product helps support One Nation UK projects, including

Gaza Emergency Aid

£50.00
Since October 2023, innocent civilians have come under attack, with

PREMIUM ORGANIC

Ajwa Gift Box

Whether you’re sharing the joy of Ramadan with loved ones or seeking a sophisticated gift, our Premium Gift Box is a statement of opulence and thoughtful consideration. Elevate your Ramadan celebrations with this perfect blend of taste,
tradition, and craftsmanship.

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WHAT YOUR CONTRIBUTIONS HAVE ACHIEVED

24M

LOAVES OF BREAD

150K

LITRES OF WATER DAILY

50,000 +

FOOD PACKS

15K

ESSENTIAL HEALTHCARE

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Rehana Suleman
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11/03/2022

Have been ordering for the past few years and have never been disappointed. Always receive in time for ramadhan. Even during the covid pandemic, I ordered and they were delivered. Beautifully packed, fresh, juicy dates. Allahamdulillah received my order today. Many thanks to the amazing volunteers who work effortlessly to ensure our orders are delivered.

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Asmath Kadarsha
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15/04/2021

Excellent charity projects.

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Anisah Anwar
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13/04/2021

Thank you to Sathya ( Wakefield) for delivering my dates, great service and kept in contact till my dates were delivered. Highly recommended The Date Project.

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Veedz Ali
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06/04/2021

amazing package with beautiful plump juicy dates. the box itself is so beautiful xx

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Fowzia Islam
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03/04/2021

received my dates today. The packaging, service and quality of the dates are excellent. Can’t thank enough the two people who where so patient to find the address and deliver the dates to me. Highly recommend them.

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Sabina Hafeez Hussain
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02/04/2021

this is the second year running I have purchased from The Date Project and I would highly recommend them. their delivery is always on time and with upmost care. I cant wait for the chocolate dates! 😋😁

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Hina Jamshed
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27/03/2021

best dates with best service and the best purpose.. SubhanAllah

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Waqas Akram
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27/03/2021

Thank you very much for this Amazing Idea with excellent concept and cause.

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Nazli Kizil
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23/03/2021

Thank you I appreciate the excellent service you provided.

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Mahbuba Ripa
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20/03/2021

Masha Allah wonderful service quick delivery and 100%quality. highly recommended.

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Nasiya Tahir
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08/03/2021

Just ordered mine online like I do every year, easy to order, many thanks and may Allah SWT bless your efforts!!

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Mufti Mahmud
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21/05/2020

Fantastic service with a great cause!

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Safreen Mohammed
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05/05/2020

thankyou for the dates amazing service

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Mimi Msetswye
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04/05/2020

Mashallah what a fantastic cause! May Allah s.w.t reward you for your efforts. clearly a good group of volunteers on this project. keep up the great work!

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Claire Sassi
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28/04/2020

Thank you for the wonderful service in these difficult times still arrived in 8 days , I sent them to my friend and her family as a surprise gift 🎁 x she was so happy with them x

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Zoya Khan
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27/04/2020

I would definitely recommend (the date project) but unfortunately I can order any this time as I have tried and tried over and over it’s out of stock.

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Nadia Akhtar
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27/04/2020

Great service and beautiful dates for such a good cause.

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Rashida Elg
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26/04/2020

It have become part of my Ramadan ritual to buy at least 5 tins every year, for myself and as gifts. Delicious dates, great price, good cause and I love the little cards that you receive as well. Keep going Date Project 💪

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Faiza Malik
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26/04/2020

Because it’s all about charity and they are non profit organisation. Tasty dates when eaten everyone feels good

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Jasmine-Laila Ayub Khan
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26/04/2020

high quality product and for such a good cause. 100% of donations go to charity and you also have a chance to gift back. i love this😍

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Carly Hayes
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26/04/2020

So much product for the money, great quality dates and gorgeous presentation, customer service great too.

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Stacey Gilmore
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26/04/2020

Bought 3 boxes originally, then bought 15 more 🤣🤣. Will be giving a lot away during Ramadan. Kids love the activity books inside, and the dates are just gorgeous too. Will absolutely buy again next year x

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Saher Irfan
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26/04/2020

100% good quality best dates ever🥰 and with ramadan activity book for kids 👏

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Yasmin Latif
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26/04/2020

Amazing dates which I try to buy each year .. this year due to home teaching online and not enough organisation I missed out … a tin arrived via a friend and I was over the moon .. the next day another tin arrived via my lovely cousin… it was in my kismet to have them … buy them , eat them and be grateful while donating to fantastic causes .

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Gully Gully
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26/04/2020

Alhamdulillah first time I’ve tried SKT Wow I was very impressed great service from the Bradford Team I bought 10 tins loved all the causes very impressed such nice dates will definitely recommend for next time Inshallah you sold out very quickly what to a very big Thank you to brother Faisal thanks for introducing me to SKT

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Eram Akram
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26/04/2020

I ordered from the Date Project for the first time this year. I always order Medjool dates but have been let down in the past couple of years by a different supplier on Amazon re: quality so thought to give these a try – and support some great causes as well. They are well packaged to give as gifts and when I ate one at iftar last night I was extremely impressed. The softest and sweetest dates I have ever had in my life, we all went back for another! I no longer need to think twice about where to get my dates from it’s going to be the Date Project every year now without fail inshallah. Thank you for your great work! They are so fairly priced I don’t know how you manage to support your causes!

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Fizzy Khan Faisal
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25/04/2020

Excellent project loved being part of it great concept lovely Dates and a great team effort can’t wait for next year Inshaallah 🤲🏼

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Mohammed Abid
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23/04/2020

masha allah very good project and very quick delivery service provided by the volunteers (junaid) jzk

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Ifza Javed
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23/04/2020

amazing dates and fab service. arrived within 6 days

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Lisa EL-Nagar
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23/04/2020

great service, answered my questions quickly. some of the best tasting dates I’ve ever had. the added activity book is lovely, great quality and content.

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Sobia Kashif
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22/04/2020

Amazing Service! Perfect for gift! Received my order the next day.. I was not expecting this super fast service.. I was sad that i might not be able to get them before Ramadan. Thank you The Date Project for delivering my order just in time!!

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Shebby Khatun
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22/04/2020

I’ve ordered 3 boxes for myself and family. I order every year. The volunteers were lovely when dropping the date boxes. Came really quickly didn’t expect it to be that fast. It’s a wonderful cause.

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Samina Tassawar
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22/04/2020

Masha Allah received my box by lovely Arjumand piccola .loved it

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Claire McArthur Cox
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22/04/2020

My dates arrived today and are amazing! They are plump, delicious and so sweet! Thank you!

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Sabiha Kathrada
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22/04/2020

Absolutely. brilliant service. Efficient and fast. Thank you.

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Nazia Suleman Mua
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21/04/2020

This was my first time purchasing from The Date Project. Firstly, wonderful customer service and secondly, excellent quality dates. I look forward to sharing these with my friends and family. I would definitely recommend them 💕

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Waz Parvez
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20/04/2020

Ordered my dates on friday and they came today, very good service all thanks to Abdul Kadir and the dates are perfect. A very good cause The Date Project..

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Nadia Hussain
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19/04/2020

We ordered one box just to see the quality first and are very pleased that we’ve now ordered two more.

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Tasmia Kamran
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17/04/2020

I ordered my date boxes and within the hour had mine delivered to my home address. They are truly of great quality and the dates are Masha Allah very tasty and indeed very satisfying. I ordered a further two boxes for family in Luton and they were delivered within a week. Very efficient delivery. I am extremely happy for my purchases and even happier that all monies are going towards a great cause Alhamdulillah. Jazak Allah khair.

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Hazara Khanom
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17/04/2020

Ordered yesterday came today. Wonderful quality dates and a super delivery service.

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Steve Lewis
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17/04/2020

Ordered last night, delivered this afternoon. Best I’ve tasted since I visited Israel and Palestine a long time ago.

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Shilpa Gohil
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16/04/2020

Amazing project helping out these people in the world and beautiful dates. 💚

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Shaimaa Haque
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16/04/2020

Delicious dates, and all for a good cause! Would highly recommend for people to buy , fantastic gifts as well!

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Fathima Shifana Zamaan
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16/04/2020

Excellent service. The kids’ activity book is very valuable..

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Munaa Hass
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15/04/2020

Definitely recommend ordering from this project not only is it for a great cause but the service is amazing. Even though we are going through a pandemic the dates were delivered on time by volunteers. I will be ordering every year inshallah.

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Farah Parkar Palekar
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15/04/2020

Lovely project for such amazing causes. Dates were lovely !

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San Zee
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14/04/2020

Amazing service, very impressed. Highly recommended.

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Sam Kelly Noor-Ali
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14/04/2020

Thank you to the team for delivering my dates to me before Ramadan! My little boy can’t wait to start using his ramadan book.

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Aysha Ali
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14/04/2020

had my dates delivered and omg they are so juicy soft and very very fresh I am so happy with them I will be ordering more for my friends thank you

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Bex James
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13/04/2020

received out dates today! only ordered a few days ago so very happy, fantastic value! will be using again and also presented so nicely would make fab gifts. if you haven’t already please purchase from the date project

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The Date Project

Each time you buy our medjool dates, you provide bread,water,education & shelter to the needy.

“Innā lillāhi wa innā ilayhi rājiʿūn”
“Indeed, we belong to Allah, and indeed to Him we shall return.” (Qur’an 2:156)
It is with profound sadness that we announce the funeral details of Noor Butt, the beloved son of our beloved brother Majid Butt, a driving force behind The Date Project.
No words can truly ease the pain of losing a child. Our thoughts, du’as and deepest condolences are with Majid Butt, Katherine Daniels, their family, friends, and all those who knew and loved Noor.
Through The Date Project, countless acts of goodness have reached people across the world — feeding families, supporting vulnerable communities, helping orphans and bringing benefit to so many. We pray that every act of sadaqah, every date shared, every smile brought to another person, and every du’a made through this project becomes a means of ongoing Sadaqah Jariyah for Noor.
May Allah (SWT) shower His infinite mercy upon Noor, forgive his shortcomings, illuminate and expand his grave, and grant him the highest ranks in Jannatul Firdaus. May Allah grant Majid, Katherine and the entire family beautiful sabr, strength and comfort during this unimaginable test.
We ask everyone to sincerely pray for Noor and request as many people as possible to attend the Janazah to support the family during this difficult test.
Please keep Noor and the family in your sincere du’as.
Janazah details are provided in the poster.
A heartfelt thank you to every single person who took part in The Date Project and One Nation’s Giftback. Whether you donated, helped organise, purchased items, prepared gifts, or supported in any way your efforts made a real difference.
Together, we raised and prepared an incredible 9,000 gifts, that’s 9,000 smiles brought to the faces of children in Syria.
Your kindness, generosity, and teamwork turned compassion into action, and we are truly grateful for every contribution, big or small.
May your generosity be rewarded abundantly, and may the happiness you brought to others return to you many times over. Thank you for being part of something so meaningful.
May Allah (SWT) accept every effort, bless you and your families with good health, happiness and barakah, and continue to use us all as a means of bringing ease and joy to those in need. Ameen.
Be the reason a child feels remembered today.
Right now, somewhere, a child is expecting nothing… no gift, no surprise, no moment of joy. But you can change that.
Take Part in Gift Back — a heartfelt initiative by The Date Project in partnership with One Nation 🌙
Take a simple date tin or shoebox and transform it into something powerful. Fill it with small, thoughtful items, a toy, colouring books, stationery. Things that may seem ordinary to us, but mean the world to a child. Label it with an age group and whether it’s for a boy or girl, then drop it off at your nearest collection point.
📍 Find your nearest drop-off location:
https://thedateproject.org/gift-back/
No time to pack a box? You can still be part of this. Donate, and we’ll make sure a child receives a beautiful gift on your behalf.
💖 Donate here:
https://campaigns.givebrite.com/giftback2026
This is more than a box. It’s a moment of joy. It’s dignity.
It’s a child feeling seen, valued, and not forgotten.
🗓 Deadline: 30th April 2026
Be part of something that truly matters.
📧 giftback@thedateproject.org
Be the reason a child smiles today.
Join Gift Back – a powerful initiative by The Date Project in partnership with One Nation 🌙
Right now, there are children who will receive nothing… unless someone like you steps in.
Take an empty date tin or shoebox and turn it into a moment of joy. Fill it with simple gifts—a small toy, colouring books, stationery—things many of us take for granted, but mean everything to a child. Label it with the child’s age group and whether it’s for a boy or girl, then drop it off at a collection point.
📍 Find your nearest drop-off location:https://thedateproject.org/gift-back/
No time to prepare a box? You can still make an impact. Donate, and we’ll ensure a child receives a gift on your behalf.
💖 Donate here:https://campaigns.givebrite.com/giftback2026
This isn’t just a box. It’s hope. It’s dignity. It’s a reminder to a child that they are seen, valued, and not forgotten.
Closing date to take part is 30th April 2026. Be part of something that truly matters.
📧 giftback@thedateproject.org
🎁 Give Back This Ramadan
This Ramadan, you can bring joy to a child with a simple act of kindness.
Take part in Gift Back, The Date Project initiative in partnership with One Nation, by filling an empty date tin or shoebox with small gifts such as colouring books, pencils, and toys. Don’t forget to label your box with the age group and whether it’s for a boy or girl, then drop it off at a local collection point.
📍 Find your nearest drop-off point on our website.
If you’re short on time, you can still support the initiative by making a donation, and we’ll purchase gifts on your behalf.
💖 Donate here: https://campaigns.givebrite.com/giftback2026
A small act can make a big difference and put a smile on a child’s face. Let’s come together as a community and share the blessings of Ramadan with those who need it most.
🌐 More info & drop-off locations: thedateproject.org/gift-back
📧 Email: giftback@thedateproject.org
Our awesome volunteers and their families are working tirelessly to get your orders delivered. 
Deliveries are occurring all day every day, supported by our courier deliveries in areas where we cannot deliver via volunteers. 
#thedateproject #ramadan #theperfectgift
Did somebody order a cat with their tins? 
Maybe they wanted The Purrrrfect Gift for Ramadan? 
📸 Thanks for the pics being sent in to us, please send more and we will share 
#thedateproject #ramadan #medjool
We are delivering thousands of tins to happy customers every day around the UK 
Pre orders are still being delivered until 10th Feb. 
#thedateproject #delivery #volunteer #ramadan #theperfectgift
Volunteers are delivering all over the UK. 
Don’t worry, yours will be with you soon. We aim to have all pre orders delivered by 10th February. 
#ramadan #theperfectgift #thedateproject
🚨 Limited Stock 🚨
Demand is high and our dates are selling out fast.
Don’t miss out – order yours before they’re gone.
✨ The perfect gift for Ramadan
🌍 Ethically sourced | 100% profits to charity
👉 www.thedateproject.org
🌙 Orders now live 🌙
Order by 6th February for guaranteed delivery before Ramadan.
Orders from todat are delivered in 7 working days.
✨ The finest Medjool dates – £10
🎁 The perfect gift for Ramadan
🤍 Ethically sourced 
👉 www.thedateproject.org�
🚛 Deliveries of pre orders are happening every day now, all over the UK. 
🗓️ If you have pre ordered, you will see your delivery by 10th February. 
📸 Send your pics in and we will share 
#thedateproject #deliveries #ramadan
HERE WE GO!!
DATES HAVE ARRIVED 🚚 
Stock is now with our trusted volunteers in many towns across the country including Kent, Leeds, Leicester, Luton, Maidenhead, Manchester, North London, Nelson and Newcastle! 
More locations will be revealed soon, and deliveries have commenced in most of these areas. 
Please be patient and the local teams will contact you regarding your delivery. 
#Volunteers #medjooldates #charity #thedateproject #HereWeGo
Henna from our Derby volunteer team is celebrating 10 years of volunteering with us to deliver your orders! 
#volunteer
Our volunteers are out all over the UK collecting stock from local warehouses and making deliveries. This is the only reason we can offer free deliveries. 
Please remain courteous at all times and treat our volunteers with respect. 
All preorders will be delivered by 10/2 - orders placed from today onwards take up to 7 working days. 
Jzk for all your support 
#ramadan #thedateproject #volunteer #charity
HERE WE GO!!
DATES HAVE ARRIVED 🚚 
Stock is now with our trusted volunteers in many towns across the country including Ilford, Glasgow, Halifax, Harrow, High Wycombe, Hounslow, Huddersfield, Ipswich and Kensington!
More locations will be revealed soon, and deliveries have commenced in most of these areas. 
Please be patient and the local teams will contact you regarding your delivery. 
#Volunteers #medjooldates #charity #thedateproject #HereWeGo
HERE WE GO!!
DATES HAVE ARRIVED 🚚 
Stock is now with our trusted volunteers in many towns across the country including East London, Fife, Aberdeen, Banbury, Bedford, Chesham, Croydon, Dartford, Dudley and Dundee!
More locations will be revealed soon, and deliveries have commenced in most of these areas. 
Please be patient and the local teams will contact you regarding your delivery. 
#Volunteers #medjooldates #charity #thedateproject #HereWeGo
Our Swansea team have begun deliveries, including a tin for the Lord Mayoress 😎 
Volunteer Deliveries will have started in every area of the UK by the end of the week, and also orders which are being shipped from our Central warehouse by our delivery partners. 
Order now for yours at www.thedateproject.org 
#thedateproject #deliveries
HERE WE GO!!
DATES HAVE ARRIVED 🚚 
Stock is now with our trusted volunteers in many towns across the country including Bolton, Doncaster, Brighton, Dewsbury, Bristol, Derby, Cardiff, Crawley, Chester and Coventry!
More locations will be revealed soon, and deliveries have commenced in most of these areas. 
Please be patient and the local teams will contact you regarding your delivery. 
#Volunteers #medjooldates #charity #thedateproject #HereWeGo
HERE WE GO!!
DATES HAVE ARRIVED 🚚 
Stock is now with our trusted volunteers in many towns across the country including Birmingham, Batley, Blackburn, Watford, Wakefield, West London, Swansea, Sunderland, Southampton and Rotherham!
More locations will be revealed soon, and deliveries have commenced in most of these areas. 
Please be patient and the local teams will contact you regarding your delivery. 
#Volunteers #medjooldates #charity #thedateproject #HereWeGo
One of our younger volunteers helping her parent at one of our warehouses with organising deliveries. 
Our teams have started delivering, rest assured you will get yours by the due date. 
#thedateproject #deliveries #volunteer
Our deliveries have started in some areas, and by the end of this week will have commenced all over the UK. 
One of the first to get their hands on our 2026 Collection was Professor Nick Maynard @nickmaynard.surgeon who travelled to Gaza 3 times in recent months and has seen first hand, the devastation we are looking to support. 
Thanks for your support Professor. 
Those still waiting for deliveries, pre orders will be with you by 10th February as promised. 
#TheDateProject #Charity #Datesforpalestine
Pre-orders now open 🌙
As ever, our tins are proving incredibly popular, and it’s likely that Palestine will sell out this weekend.
✨ £10 each
🤍 100% of profits go to charity
🎁 The perfect gift for Ramadan
Order today at
www.thedateproject.org
Details of stockists will be available from 31/1/2026
Art that gives back.
Stock Update
Demand for Dates for Palestine has been exceptionally high once again. Based on current orders, our online allocation is likely to sell out by early next week.
Alhamdulillah, we have plenty of stock available across our other date collections. Please also note that our stockist page will go live on 31st January, and all stockists will have Dates for Palestine available.
🌙 Order your perfect gift for Ramadan now
👉 www.thedateproject.org
The finest Medjool dates, hand-picked and beautifully presented.
A gift that gives — with 100% of profits going to charity.
The perfect gift as we prepare for Ramadan 🌙
Order today for guaranteed delivery before Ramadan.
🌐 www.thedateproject.org
Jumu’ah Mubarak 🌙
As we prepare our hearts for the blessed month of Ramadan, may Allah allow us to reach it with sincerity, strength, and renewed īmān.
On this blessed night of Isrā’ wal-Mi‘rāj tonight, we ask Allah to shower us with its lessons and blessings, drawing us closer to Him through prayer, patience, and trust.
O Allah, ease the suffering of those facing hardship around the world and within our communities. Heal the sick, comfort the grieving, protect the vulnerable, and replace fear with peace and hardship with relief.
May Allah grant us good health, steadfast faith, and hearts connected to Him. Āmīn
Photo by @bymariyaphotography
Jumu’ah Mubarak 🌙
Have a blessed day, and please remember those around the world and within our communities in your prayers.
May Allah fill all our destinies with strong īmān, good health, and ease. Ameen
✨ Original artwork meets purpose ✨️ 
A hand-painted vision, brought to life on our tin — where art, faith, and giving come together.
Jumu‘ah Mubarak.
May your day be filled with barakah. As you pause in prayer, remember the less fortunate — both around the world and within our own communities.
🌙 Preparing hearts for Ramadan.
🔗 www.thedateproject.org
#getReadyForRamadan
#JummahMubarak
#TheDateProject
#GivingWithPurpose
Pre- orders now open 🌙
Order now for the 2026 collection.
✔️ Free delivery across many UK areas
📦 Pre-orders delivered by 10 February
Art that gives back.
Purpose in every tin.
🛒 Order now at thedateproject.org
#RamadanIsComing
#TheDateProject26
#Westandforhumanity
This is not just a bag.
It is a gesture of solidarity.
A way to carry compassion — visibly, intentionally, and with purpose.
🇸🇩 100% of proceeds from this tote go directly to the One Nation Sudan Appeal.
Crafted from 100% natural cotton, this limited-edition tote features two original artworks, each created as a winning entry for our Date Tin design competition — now brought together to give back.
One side features the Dome of the Rock, illustrated by Hajrah Riaz @artbyhajx — a symbol of faith, endurance, and sacred memory.
The other carries a traditional pattern design by Hajera Rahman — inspired by heritage, unity, and continuity across generations.
Every detail is intentional:
• Custom print on both sides
• Printed handles
• Zippered inner pocket
• Designed to be used, carried, and lived with
This tote is a reminder that standing with others can be woven into everyday life — that art can move beyond beauty into action.
🗓 Pre-orders open from 29 December
🌐 thedateproject.org
Art that gives back.
Solidarity you can carry.
Purpose in every step.
#TheDateProject #SudanAppeal #Solidarity #ArtThatGivesBack #FaithInAction
Ajwa from Medina Munawwara, presented in a beautifully crafted box bearing the words Naṣīb — Destiny — inspired by the belief that what reaches you was written for you long before it arrived in your hands. 
In our faith, destiny is not chance.
It is divine wisdom. 
It is trust in what unfolds, even when unseen.
Naṣīb reminds us that provision, timing, and blessing are never random — they arrive with purpose, carrying meaning beyond the moment. 
The design draws from intricate heritage patterns and celestial motifs, reflecting the unseen threads that connect effort, prayer, and decree. A quiet reminder that what is meant for you will always find its way. 
Ajwa from Medina carries over 1,400 years of barakah — dates cherished for their spiritual significance, shared as symbols of care, generosity, and intention. 
This box is part of a special collaboration with Bayt al Fann × Poetry & Gahwa, created under the creative direction of @alia.islamicart, where Islamic art and poetry come together to reflect faith, beauty, and meaning. 
What reaches you was written for you. 
🗓 Pre-orders open from 29 December via thedateproject.org 
Art that gives back.
Purpose that endures. 
#TheDateProject2026 #AjwaFromMedina #Naseeb #Destiny #FaithInAction BaytAlFann PoetryAndGahwa SadaqahJariyah ArtThatGivesBack
The Dates for Charity tin bursts with vibrant, expressive energy — a dynamic swirl of Arabic lettering layered over a rich backdrop of colour and movement. At its heart is the phrase “Every act of kindness is charity,” rendered in fluid, modern calligraphy and surrounded by bold splashes of yellow, red, blue, and purple. The design reflects the warmth, diversity, and interconnectedness of communities across the UK, where compassion takes many forms and kindness unites us all. 
This artwork celebrates the everyday acts of generosity that uplift others — from sharing food and offering support, to giving time, care, and love. Through contemporary Arabic calligraphy, it reminds us that charity is not limited to grand gestures, but lives in simple moments of empathy and humanity. Each tin sold supports community food projects, local families, and individuals affected by cancer across the UK, in collaboration with Safeena (safeena.org.uk) — transforming a timeless message of compassion into real, meaningful impact. 
🗓 Pre-orders open from 29 December
👉 thedateproject.org 
Art that gives back.
Love that changes lives. 
Artist - Ayesha Ahmed @handofayesha
#TheDateProject2026 #DatesForOrphans #Hubb #LoveInAction #CareForOrphans SadaqahJariyah FaithInAction RamadanIsComing ArtThatGivesBack
Introducing the final artist and designer behind our last tin for 2026 — Ayesha Ahmed (@handofayesha
Ayesha Ahmed is a UK-based educator and mixed-media artist whose work explores modern Arabic lettering and abstract art. Blending traditional calligraphy with contemporary techniques, her work reflects themes of faith, culture, and human connection.
Ayesha is passionate about using creativity to highlight social and humanitarian causes, believing that art should tell stories that inspire positive change.
In collaboration with The Date Project 2026, Ayesha’s design transforms the prophetic teaching — “Every act of kindness is charity” — into a vibrant visual reminder of hope, generosity, and the beauty of giving.
Pre Orders from 29th December 
www.thedateproject.org
“I and the one who cares for an orphan will be together in Paradise like this.”
— Prophet Muḥammad ﷺ
(and he held his two fingers together)
This tin is named Ḥubb — Love — inspired by the immense value Islam places on caring for orphans.
In our faith, love is not only a feeling.
It is responsibility.
It is protection.
It is showing up for those the world has left vulnerable.
The design draws from rich heritage patterns and warmth — reflecting a love that is steady, enveloping, and enduring. A love that does not look away.
Dates for Orphans supports education, food, and long-term care for orphans worldwide, turning compassion into action and faith into protection.
This tin is part of a special collaboration with Bayt al Fann × Poetry & Gahwa, created under the creative direction of @alia.islamicart, whose work weaves Islamic art, poetry, and meaning into designs that speak to both the heart and the conscience.
To care for an orphan is not charity alone —
it is nearness to the Prophet ﷺ.
🗓 Pre-orders open from 29 December via thedateproject.org
Art that gives back.
Love that changes lives.
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This tin is more than a design — it’s a story of compassion, resilience, and hope.
The artwork was created by Elhaam Sahebdin, the winner of our open art competition. Chosen from hundreds of entries, her piece stood out for its gentle beauty, simplicity, and depth — reflecting both the richness of nature and the humanity behind this cause.
Inspired by African heritage and Somali floral forms, Elhaam’s illustration captures life, growth, and interconnectedness — a powerful reminder that even in hardship, dignity and beauty endure.
Through this tin, 100% of profits go towards providing food and emergency support for Somalia.
To every artist who entered: thank you. The standard was incredibly high, and we are deeply grateful for the time, talent, and heart you shared with us.
🎨 Art that gives back.
🤍 Impact that matters.
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Introducing Our Competition Winner – Elhaam Sahebdin @elhaam.sahebdin
We were honoured to receive hundreds of submissions from talented artists around the world, and choosing just one was no easy task.
Elhaam Sahebdin is a self-taught Mauritian artist whose work explores the beautiful balance between nature’s simplicity and its intricate detail. Creating primarily with her hands, Elhaam takes pride in using simple materials such as coloured pencils and pens to express her own perspective on the natural world.
Deeply influenced by her involvement in Mauritius’ vibrant local arts scene, Elhaam has participated in numerous exhibitions across local galleries and community art spaces. Her style is intentionally non-technical, embracing a simplified, illustrative aesthetic that allows emotion and meaning to take centre stage.
While Elhaam creates from what she finds beautiful, her work also carries a deeper purpose — to awaken humanity, and to gently draw attention to suffering and injustice around the world.
We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to every artist who entered the competition. The standard was exceptionally high, and selecting a single winner was incredibly difficult. We are truly grateful for the creativity, sincerity, and passion shown in every submission.
Congratulations to Elhaam — we are honoured to share her work as part of this journey
“Faith is Yemeni, and wisdom (Ḥikmah) is Yemeni.”
— Prophet Muḥammad ﷺ 
This tin is named Hikmah — Wisdom — in honour of the faith, patience, and quiet strength of the Yemeni people, praised by the Prophet ﷺ himself. 
In Islam, wisdom is not loud or abstract.
It is mercy in action. It is knowing what truly matters and responding with compassion.
The design reflects this meaning — light, balance, and sacred geometry — echoing a faith that endures hardship with dignity
and meets suffering with trust in Allah. 
Dates for Yemen turns prophetic praise into lived mercy. 
Through each tin sold, milk is provided for a baby for an entire month —
nourishing life at its most fragile stage. 
This is ḥikmah in practice:
honouring  people known for their faith,
protecting the most vulnerable,
and transforming belief into sustenance. 
🗓 Pre-orders open from 29 December via thedateproject.org 
Art that gives back.
Wisdom that feeds life. 
This design is part of The Bayt al Fann × Poetry & Gahwa collaboration, created under the creative direction of @alia.islamicart — an Islamic art curator, writer, and founder of both platforms 
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There are moments in the night
when people are alone — yet closest to Allah. 
Moments when the world is silent,
hearts are open, and prayers are answered. 
This tin is inspired by Tahajjud — the prayer of the still hours, when duʿā is whispered in solitude, and mercy descends without measure. 
Beneath a crescent-lit sky, the design reflects the intimacy of Qiyām al-Layl —
a sacred time when burdens are lifted
and the believer stands before their Lord with nothing but sincerity. 
Encircling the design are Ta’if roses — among the most fragrant in the world —
chosen to symbolise the unseen beauty of night worship: quiet, pure, and deeply felt, even when hidden from view. 
Dates for Bangladesh is dedicated to those moments of closeness —
when worship becomes refuge
and prayer becomes hope. 
Through each tin sold, families in need are fed, transforming solitary prayers into shared sustenance, and devotion into dignity. 
🗓 Pre-orders open from 29 December via thedateproject.org 
What is done in the stillness of the night
can become mercy for many by day. 
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Design collaboration with @hassan.altabbaa
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