We need $ 1.4 Million for Phase 2 and start using the cemetery by Nov 2023.

First and only free Muslim cemetery in Illinois !

Proposed start date-Nov 2023! Make it happen. Donate Now!

Managed by CITCD -Trusted by you to deliver comprehensive Islamic services

We have been running the free Muslim funeral facility for a decade. Now we move forward with this much awaited project.

Proposed start date-Nov 2023! Make it happen. Donate Now!

Convenience for Janaza Salah, burials and Azza gatherings in severe weather

Phase 2 will include a body preparation facility, wudu areas, prayer hall and lounge area on site

Proposed start date-Nov 2023! Make it happen. Donate Now!

Check out this video with all details of the project

https://youtu.be/G1mMSCpoosM

Lets establish the Sunnah!

Proposed start date-Nov 2023! Make it happen. Donate Now!

1.4 Million dollars needed to complete Phase 2

What we have achieved and what we need to do:

Property under contract on June 5th, 2021
Zoning Approved August 10th, 2021
Funds needed to close 610,000 - completed Alhamdulillah
Alhamdulillah closed on the property on Oct 8th 2021

Raised 1.1 Million dollars for Phase 1 land development that includes grading, underground work - storm water drains, sewers, and electric lines

Need 1.4 Million dollars for Phase 2 work to start using the cemetery in Nov 2023

Phase 2 work includes:

Masjid: Mens and womens prayer halls, body washing ( Ghusul ) facility for the deceased, viewing room, washrooms and wudu areas for brothers and sisters
Security perimeter fencing
Paving roads
Electric poles
Landscaping

SLATED TO START USING THE CEMETERY IN NOV 2023! WE ARE ALMOST THERE!

HELP US REACH THE GOAL SOON!

A PROBLEM AND ITS SOLUTION

The Solution-The Masjid Model

More than 750 Muslims pass away in the Greater Chicagoland area each year.
Average cost of a funeral is between 4,500- 6,000 dollars. (Funeral director fee , funeral home fee, grave site expense).
Giving a Shariah compliant burial to a deceased Muslim is a communal obligation.
Unfortunately, many Muslim families find it very difficult to afford a burial.
Average grave site expense in a cemetery is between 2,800-3,600 dollars ( includes the plot, and services to dig and close the grave).
Can all Muslims afford this? What is the solution?

The Solution-The Masjid Model

Muslim cemeteries have been an integral aspect of the Muslim identity for centuries.
In traditional Muslim communities, cemeteries were maintained by the State or by Awqaaf (Endowments).
In countries where the State or the Awqaaf(Endowments)cemeteries don’t exist, the responsibility falls on all of us.
We are presenting a vision for a Muslim cemetery that serves all Muslims irrespective of their ability to pay.
Currently Muslims don’t own a cemetery we can call our own!
We have been using plots in commercial/Christian cemeteries to bury our loved ones.

The Solution-The Masjid Model

American Muslim Cemetery is the first of its kind in Illinois.
Managed on a "Masjid Model" it will serve all Muslims irrespective of their ability to pay.
The Ummah will buy the cemetery with donations and all Muslims will use the cemetery -Just like we run all our Masaajid!
No one will have to be concerned about being able to afford a sunnah burial-InshaAllah.

Zoning Approved for Muslim Green Burials

Approval letter from Zoning /Planning committee

Excellent location and ease of access with ideal dimensions and topography

31 acres of farmland off the highway

at 1120-40 Joe Orr Rd, Lynwood, IL-60411.

Our own cemetery means we can have funerals as soon as possible after receiving our loved ones from the hospitals or hospice - no constraining time limits of commercial cemeteries.
Approved by the Village of Lynwood for Green Burial Cemetery.
No need for caskets and cement liners –This will be the closest possible to the sunnah burials.
One time investment from the community to buy the land will make funerals affordable for 50 years!
InshaAllah, we will have accommodation for 25,000 to 30,000 grave sites.

Excellent location and ease of access with ideal dimensions and topography

Frontage Road for traffic management
Ideal length and width of the plot
1,200 feet of front face on Joe Orr Road
Level and pristine farmland ideal for graves
Favorable Soil report from Will and South Cook Soil and Water conservation district

IN-SHA-ALLAH COMMUNITY SAVES 78.5 MILLION DOLLARS!

Excellent Allocation of resources and return of investment (ROI) for the community

Current average cost is 3,000 dollars per grave site (excluding the cost for opening and closing the grave!)

Proposed 28,000 graves x $3,000 = $72,000,000! ( Factoring for inflation it will cost the community 80 million dollars!)

Community will pay 80 million dollars in next 50 years at current rate

OUR PROPOSED PLAN COST IS LESS THAN 3.2 MILLION DOLLARS!

Land purchase price $610,000

Land development phase 1: $1,130,000

Phase 2: Fencing, pathways, Masjid construction, landscaping,procuring electricity and water supply

Total cost of Phase 2 development: $1,440,000

Community saves 78.5 million dollars- Insha Allah

Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach us at info@citcd.org if you cannot find an answer to your question.

Can I buy or reserve grave sites for me or my family?

We do not sell grave or reserve grave sites. All Muslims will be able to use the cemetery free of charge, as long as the grave sites last. InshaAllah, we will have accommodation for approximately 25,000 to 30,000 graves. InshaAllah, we hope the cemetery will serve the community for 50 years or more.

How soon can the cemetery be used by the community?

Alhamdulillah, we have been approved for a green burial cemetery zoning. We have closed on the property. We are in the process of developing the land. Once we develop the land, the community can start using the cemetery. Our expected date of use is early Nov 2023, InshaAllah.

Why can't I buy or reserve a grave site for myself or my family?

We want to ensure Sunnah burials are accessible to all Muslims irrespective of their ability to pay. Thus we have decided not to sell graves to any individual or entity. This cemetery will be used free of charge for all Muslims. Thus we do not want to put a price tag on the grave site. We encourage the community to donate generously so we can continue to provide this free service to the Ummah, to be used on an as needed basis by all Muslims until the cemetery can accommodate.

American Muslim Cemetery is a subsidiary project of Center for Islamic Teachings and Community Development (CITCD). CITCD a registered Illinois Not-for-profit and an IRS 501 (c) 3 tax - exempt organization. All your precious donations are tax deductible.

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American Muslim Cemetery

1120 East Joe Orr Road, Lynwood, Illinois 60411, United States

Contacts: Br.Iqbal Vohra : 708-574-2713 Dr.Danish Ahmed : 312-208-4190 Email : info@citcd.org

First and only free Muslim cemetery in Illinois !

Managed by CITCD -Trusted by you to deliver comprehensive Islamic services

Convenience for Janaza Salah, burials and Azza gatherings in severe weather

1.4 Million dollars needed to complete Phase 2

What we have achieved and what we need to do:

Donate a garden or a street, become a legacy donor- Make an impact for the ummah!

A PROBLEM AND ITS SOLUTION

The Solution-The Masjid Model

The Solution-The Masjid Model

The Solution-The Masjid Model

The Solution-The Masjid Model

The Solution-The Masjid Model

Zoning Approved for Muslim Green Burials

Approval letter from Zoning /Planning committee

Excellent location and ease of access with ideal dimensions and topography

Excellent location and ease of access with ideal dimensions and topography

Excellent location and ease of access with ideal dimensions and topography

Excellent location and ease of access with ideal dimensions and topography

Excellent location and ease of access with ideal dimensions and topography

IN-SHA-ALLAH COMMUNITY SAVES 78.5 MILLION DOLLARS!

Excellent Allocation of resources and return of investment (ROI) for the community

Frequently Asked Questions

Drop us a line!

American Muslim Cemetery

First and only free Muslim cemetery in Illinois !

Managed by CITCD -Trusted by you to deliver comprehensive Islamic services

Convenience for Janaza Salah, burials and Azza gatherings in severe weather

1.4 Million dollars needed to complete Phase 2

What we have achieved and what we need to do:

Donate a garden or a street, become a legacy donor- Make an impact for the ummah!

A PROBLEM AND ITS SOLUTION

The Solution-The Masjid Model

The Solution-The Masjid Model

The Solution-The Masjid Model

The Solution-The Masjid Model

The Solution-The Masjid Model

Zoning Approved for Muslim Green Burials

Approval letter from Zoning /Planning committee

Excellent location and ease of access with ideal dimensions and topography

Excellent location and ease of access with ideal dimensions and topography

Excellent location and ease of access with ideal dimensions and topography

Excellent location and ease of access with ideal dimensions and topography

Excellent location and ease of access with ideal dimensions and topography

IN-SHA-ALLAH COMMUNITY SAVES 78.5 MILLION DOLLARS!

Excellent Allocation of resources and return of investment (ROI) for the community

Frequently Asked Questions

Drop us a line!

American Muslim Cemetery

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