Strengthen Faith Foster Unity, and Serve the Community!
At the NAIF Center, we are dedicated to serving the spiritual, educational, and social needs of the Islamic community in the Northern Virginia region.
Our History
In 1998, a small group of families in Herndon and Reston, Virginia, established the North American Islamic Foundation (NAIF) Center to serve the local Muslim population. Over the past three decades, the NAIF Center has grown. Today, we serve the areas of Sterling, Ashburn, Centreville, Chantilly, Gainesville, Great Falls, Herndon, Manassas, Bristow, Leesburg, and Reston in Northern Virginia. Our community continues to grow each Year as more families join us.
NAIF Center has grown from a small group of dedicated individuals into a vibrant and active community hub. Over the years, we have expanded our facilities and services to meet our community’s evolving needs better. The principles of faith and compassion have guided our journey and a commitment to excellence.
Our Pride
At the NAIF Center, our most incredible pride is in education, community and youth development, and service. The NAIF Center also believes in interfaith collaboration, so we encourage representatives from all faiths to join hands to improve the community.
Our Services
Religious Services
Daily prayers, Jumu'ah prayers, Taraweeh during Ramadan, and Eid celebrations.
Educational Programs
Quranic studies, Arabic language classes, weekend Islamic school, youth programs
Social and Cultural Events
Community dinners, family picnics, cultural celebrations, interfaith events.
Counseling and Support
Spiritual counseling, marriage and family counseling, and support groups.
Charitable Initiatives
Zakat distribution, food drives, and partnerships with local charities to assist those in need.
Our Mission
Our Directional Leadership Team works together to shape the vision and direction of Find Faith
Strengthen Faith
Offer regular religious services, including daily prayers, Jumuah (Friday) prayers, and special holiday celebrations such as Eid.
Educate and Inspire
Provide educational programs for all ages, from Quranic studies and Arabic language classes to youth development programs.
Promote Unity
Foster a sense of unity and brotherhood within the community through social events, interfaith dialogues, and collaborative initiatives.
Serve the Community
Engage in charitable activities, outreach programs, volunteer opportunities to support those in need within beyond our community.
Our Sunday School Program
The NAIF Center Sunday School Program was established specifically for building Muslim character, strong faith, and proper knowledge of Islamic beliefs and rituals, as embodied in the Qur’an and the teachings of the Prophet (peace be upon him).
Our Structure
A professional group manages the NAIF Center, and an elected Executive Committee provides oversight of the organization. The Executive Committee routinely reports to the Board of Trustees, which consists of 17 elected members from various backgrounds. The NAIF Center’s main campus is in Herndon, Virginia, on Dulles Technology Drive. The campus is 12,000 square feet (about twice the area of a basketball court), a place of worship accommodating over 400 attendees, a weekend school for children and youth, and a multi-purpose community hall. An expansion plan is underway on the main campus to meet the needs of the rapidly growing community.
Get Involved
There are many ways to get involved with the NAIF Center and contribute to our mission. We welcome volunteers, donors, and community members to participate in our programs and events.
