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FUNDRAISING EVENTS
Explore upcoming and past events hosted by Qx aimed at enhancing the audience’s understanding of the Qur’an and helping to fundraise for the Q-Institute.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Q-Masterclass: Sunday 25th May 2025
Q-Run: Saturday 28th June 2025
Q-Ride: Sunday 20th July 2025
Scroll down for further programme details and links to register on our JustGiving pages.
Q-MASTERCLASS
SUNDAY 25th MAY 2025 | PROF. MAS HALEEM & DR. ASHRAF
Q-Masterclass is a new format for Qur’anic engagement that presents material and analysis through two complementary lenses and opens conversations between Qx teaching and its academic roots.
In this session we will cover Sura Fajr (Q. 89). Prof. Haleem will present the salient points from his article on Sura Fajr, published in the Journal of Qur’anic studies.
Attendance will be both in person as well as online.
Find out more and register on our JustGiving page by clicking the following link.
Details
WHAT IS Qx MASTERCLASS?
– Dr Ashraf and an invited expert will deliver a guided reading of the sura, explore its contents and context and an invited academic and teacher will present their work highlighting themes addressed by the Sura.
– An opportunity for in depth study of the key concepts of a single Sura, the Sura itself and its structure over a single afternoon.
WHO IS IT FOR?
– People who have attended or wanted to attend Qx programmes, such as Q-Club & Q-Connect, and want to delve deeper into Qur’anic Studies
– Those who want to seriously engage the Qur’an and be exposed to people who have spent decades studying and teaching the Qur’an presenting their work to a non-academic audience
– A willingness and desire to engage with the Qur’an; Knowledge of Arabic is not mandatory.
WHY YOU SHOULD ATTEND
– The format allows for accessible, thorough, approachable, unique exposure to a range of Qur’anic material
– An opportunity to study a sura in stereo, from two angles, delivered by two experts and study a Sura in-depth in a single afternoon
– To access and support Qx to broaden and deepen access to the Qur’an: all proceeds will support the Q-Institute.
HOW DO I REGISTER?
Register your place with three simple steps on our JustGiving page by clicking on the link below:
(1) GIVE , (2) EMAIL, (3) RECEIVE
GIVE: Make your donation:
IN-PERSON
£25 Student In-Person Early Bird (£35 after 21/5/25)
£35 Non-Student In-Person Early Bird (£45 after 21/05/25)
ONLINE
£35 online Early Bird (£45 after 21/05/25)
(Larger donations are welcome – 100% of funds go towards The Q-Institute!)
EMAIL: Send an email to ‘event@ceiuk.com’ confirming:
Details of attendee(s) covered by your donation (name and email address) and your JustGiving donation reference number (shown just after you pay, and on your receipt).
Please specify whether you are attending online or in person.
RECEIVE: We will send you a confirmation email. Zoom links will be sent on the day for online attendees, or show your confirmation on the door.
Q-Run 2025 – Pray, Run, Relay!
SATURDAY 28th JUNE 2025 | HYDE PARK
Join us on for a 10km run supporting the Institute!
Regardless of your running ability or experience, you are welcome. Come along with your friends and family and enjoy a scenic Hyde Park run with a vibrant community for a special cause.
To find out more and register on our JustGiving page, click the following link.
DetailsWhat is Q-Run?
The Q-Run is an opportunity for us to come together as a community to raise funds for the Q-Institute while enjoying a scenic 10km Hyde Park run. Join us on the 28th of June for two loops around one of London’s most iconic venues!
Who is it for?
Everyone!
Runners: You could be a beginner just hoping to challenge your boundaries OR a savvy runner aiming for a PB! As a member of the Q-Run 2025 Team, you have 3 tasks:
Pray: Make dua for Allah to bless this initiative!
Run: Fundraise and join our 10km run!
Relay: Leverage your networks and spread the word!
Supporters: Join our Cheer Stations! Want to fundraise but can’t run? No worries – same pledge rules below apply and you can support the runners on the day at our hydration points and end final cheer station! Please set up your fundraising page same as a runner and specify that you will be a member of the ‘Q-Run 2025 Cheer Squad’ in your page description!
How to Join:
JOIN THE TEAM
– Click “Join Team” above to setup your fundraiser
– Create a new fundraising page
– Get Started (Don’t change the cause and event)
– Indicate whether you are fundraising in memory of someone.
– Set your personal fundraising goal
– Personalise your page or simply use our template
– Launch your page
– Kickstart your fundraising by making a personal donation!
– If your page is not accepting donations, see the FAQs below
CHOOSE A FUNDRAISING TARGET
Pledge to raise £500 (or more!). No entry fee. If you do not reach £500 by the 28th of June, we will request you to donate £50 on top of any amount you have already raised.
OR
Pledge to raise what you can. £50 entry fee.
FAQs
My page is not accepting donations:
This may be due to a wrong expiry date. Unfortunately this is an issue with JG that we are trying to rectify. To fix this, go to “Edit Page” and then “Page Settings” and modify your “Expiry date”.
Clicking on my name on the team page does not work.
Clicking on the “Donate to ****” should do!
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to us!
Q-RIDE 2025 – Pray, Ride, Relay!
SUNDAY 20th JULY 2025 | CRAWLEY TO LONDON
Join us for this Sponsored Cycling Event.
This sponsored ride promises stunning views, a spirit of brotherhood, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while enjoying an exhilarating cycling experience.
To find out more and register on our JustGiving page, click the following link.
Details
Q-RIDE
‘Do they then not travel through the earth, so that their minds gain wisdom and their ears thus learn to hear?’ (Q.22: 46)
Regardless of your cycling ability or experience, you are welcome! Select your riding distance from 10m, 20m, 30m, or 40m and ride alongside friends or family.
Come along to enjoy a scenic ride through the Surrey Hills to the South Bank and through Central London, before joining the CEI community for a picnic in Regent’s Park.
This sponsored ride promises stunning views, a spirit of brotherhood, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while enjoying an exhilarating cycling experience.
Minimum age is 16. Participants under the age of 18 must have written consent and be accompanied by a parent.
Is There A Pack ?
A pack will be provided upon registration, detailing:
The four stages of the route and the three ‘chai’ stations from where you can join the ride.
An 8-week training plan to build the required endurance
Practical advice to prepare for the event
An optional indoor traing(included in the fee)
As a member of the Q-Ride 2025 Team, you have 3 tasks:
Pray: Make dua for Allah to bless this initiative!
Ride: Fundraise and join our 40m ride!
Relay: Leverage your networks and spread the word!·
How to Join:
Click “Join Team” above and setup your fundraiser:
· – Create a new fundraising page
· – Get Started (Don’t change the cause and event)
· – Indicate whether you are fundraising in memory of someone.
· – Set your personal fundraising goal
· – Personalise your page or simply use our template
· – Launch your page
· – Kickstart your fundraising by making a personal donation!
· – If your page is not accepting donations, see the FAQs below
· Choose your Fundraising Option:
· Pledge to raise £500 (or more!). £80 entry fee.
· Pledge to raise what you can. £80 entry fee.
· Email events@ceiuk.com with your chosen Fundraising Option and for instructions to join our communication channels etc.
FAQs
My page is not accepting donations:
This may be due to a wrong expiry date. Unfortunately this is an issue with JG that we are trying to rectify. To fix this, go to “Edit Page” and then “Page Settings” and modify your “Expiry date”.
Clicking on my name on the team page does not work.
Clicking on the “Donate to ****” should do!
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to us!
PAST
Scroll down to see some of our past fundraising events for the Q-Institute.
INTO THE OCEAN OF THE QUR’AN
EXCLUSIVE CONVERSATION WITH PROF. HALEEM & DR. ASHRAF
CEI was thrilled to host an exclusive evening of conversation with Professor MAS Abdel Haleem, SOAS Professor of Islamic Studies and world-renowned English translator of the Qur’an, alongside Dr. Ashraf, founder of CEI, Qur’an scholar, and former student of Professor Abdel Haleem.
DIVING INTO THE OCEAN OF THE QUR’AN
This event was a rare opportunity to directly hear Professor Abdel Haleem share his experiences, with the famous author known to seldom conduct live interviews.
In this intimate event, you would have heard from the Professor directly, and will have a chance to directly ask him your questions on navigating the oceans of the Qur’an. Topics will include the origins of the author’s connection with the Qur’an, his experiences and challenges in connecting the sacred text with millions of readers in the English-speaking world.
RAISED DURING THIS EVENT
£9,383.00
Donate by clicking on the following link.
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DATE: Thursday 24th October 2024,
VENUE: Conway Hall, 25 Red Lion Square, Holborn, London, WC1R 4RL
Doors open at 6:50pm and close at 7:20pm sharp at this sold out event– arrive was expected on time to guarantee a seat and registration was compulsory.
TEACHERS: Professor MAS Abdel Haleem and Dr Ashraf,
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![✨Q-MASTERCLASS: A Detailed Study of Sura Fajr (Q.89) with WORLD RENOWNED Professor M.A.S Abdel Haleem, and Dr S Ashraf [Available Online & In-Person]✨
Join us on Sunday 25th May 2025 for the LAUNCH of this exciting initiative! CEI is honoured to host Prof. Abdel Haleem and highlight his work on Sura Fajr!
✨An incredible OPPORTUNITY to study under the Professor✨
⚪What is Q-Masterclass?
🔸A dedicated single afternoon to study the key concepts of a specific Sura and its structure with Dr Ashraf and an invited expert
🔸Brand new format for Qur’anic engagement that presents material and analysis through two complementary lenses and opens conversations between our Qx teaching and its academic roots
🔸Attendance is in-person or online, taking place twice a year
⚪Who is it for?
🔸 Anyone who wants to delve deeper into Qur'anic studies, and hear first-hand from experts that have spent decades studying and teaching the Qur’an (Arabic is not mandatory)
⚪Why should I attend?
🔸The format allows for accessible, thorough, approachable, unique exposure to a range of Qur’anic material
🔸An opportunity to study a sura from two angles, delivered by two experts
🔸To access and support Qx to broaden and deepen access to the Qur’an
[All proceeds go directly towards fundraising for The Q-Institute via our dedicated JustGiving page]
⚪When & Where?
🔸Sunday 25th May 2025
🔸1:00-5:00pm
🔸MIC, 81-103 Euston St., London NW1 2EZ
⚪How can I register?
Register your place with THREE simple steps:
✅GIVE
✅EMAIL
✅RECEIVE
1️⃣GIVE: Make your donation:
- £25 Student In-Person Early Bird (£35 after 21/5/25)
- £35 Non-Student In-Person Early Bird (£45 after 21/05/25)
- £35 Online Early Bird (£45 after 21/05/25)
(Larger donations are welcome - 100% of funds go towards The Q-Institute!)
2️⃣EMAIL: Send an email to 'event@ceiuk.com' confirming:
Details of attendee(s) covered by your donation (name and email address) and your JustGiving donation reference number (shown just after you pay, and on your receipt)
Please specify online or in-person
3️⃣RECEIVE: We will send you a confirmation email. Zoom links will be sent on the day for online attendees
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![🌙✨ 40 HADITHS ON THE QUR'AN KHATAM: IN-PERSON AND ONLINE✨🌙
🔸Join us on Sunday 23 March from 4pm online or in-person as we conclude our 40 Hadiths on the Qur'an course
🔸A khatam is a significant moment, filled with barakah and acceptance
🔸ALL proceeds will support the establishment of The Q-Institute as we aim to raise £10,000
🔸Delicious iftar provided if you are joining us in-person!
🔸This gathering is open to all!
🖊️ TEACHERS
🔸Dr Saquab Ashraf
🔸Sheikh Akram Nadwi
🔸Sheikh Thaqib Mahmood
🔸Sheikh Ahmed Babikir
🗓️DATE, TIME & LOCATION
🔸Sunday 23 March 2025 (4pm onwards)
🔸The Wesley, 81-103 Euston St., London NW1 2EZ
❔HOW DO I REGISTER?
Register your place with 3 simple steps:
✅GIVE
✅EMAIL
✅RECEIVE
1️⃣GIVE: Make your donation of £20 (donations greater than these amounts are welcome - 100% of funds go towards The Q-Institute!)
2️⃣EMAIL: Send an email to 'event@ceiuk.com' confirming:
Details of attendee(s) covered by your donation (name and email address) and your JustGiving donation reference number (shown just after you pay, and on your receipt)
3️⃣RECEIVE: We will send you a confirmation email
[Please ensure the 3 step process has been followed accurately in order for us to successfully register your attendance on the programme]
✨Spread the word and share with your family and friends! We are excited to welcome old faces and new! This is not one to miss!✨
🔗 Click the link in our bio to register, and learn more about CEI and The Q-Institute 🔗
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