About Us
At Salam Scouts
Our mission to inspire and empower the next generation of Muslim leaders is guided by an incredible team of dedicated individuals.
Our leadership team, along with our esteemed board of advisors, is deeply committed to the growth and success of Salam Scouts. Each member brings a wealth of experience and a shared passion for nurturing youth leadership and fostering the values that Salam Scouts stands for.
What We Stand For
We share our mission, vision, and story to inspire trust, showcase our values, and highlight the purpose behind our journey.
Our Story
Salam Scouts was born from a desire to create an alternative to traditional scouting programs — one that reflects our values, celebrates our faith, and welcomes every child with open arms. From a single troop in St. Louis, we’ve grown into a network of troops across multiple states, united by a shared mission.
Our Story
Salam Scouts was born from a desire to create an alternative to traditional scouting programs — one that reflects our values, celebrates our faith, and welcomes every child with open arms. From a single troop in St. Louis, we’ve grown into a network of troops across multiple states, united by a shared mission.
Yes, as a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit, all donations made to Salam Scouts are tax-deductible to the fullest extent permitted by law. After donating, you will receive a receipt for your records.
Making a donation is simple! Visit our "Donate" page on the website, where you can make a secure online contribution. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, all donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.
We welcome partnerships with organizations that share our values and commitment to empowering youth. To discuss partnership opportunities, please contact us at [email protected]. We are open to collaborating on community programs, events, and initiatives that align with our mission.
The best way to learn more is to explore our website, where we provide detailed information about our programs, values, and events. You can also follow us on our social media platforms for updates.
Yes! Sponsoring a scout is a wonderful way to support our mission. Your sponsorship can help cover their registration fees and uniform. To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, please contact us at
[email protected]
We are committed to transparency and careful stewardship of all funds. Donations will directly support our events, programs, and activities for the scouts. A portion goes toward administrative costs to ensure the smooth operation of the organization. We keep expenses minimal to maximize the impact on our community.
Absolutely! We appreciate and welcome community-driven fundraising efforts. If your organization is interested in hosting a fundraising event on our behalf, please get in touch with us at [email protected] to discuss ideas and coordinate efforts.
Advisory Board
Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib
U.S. Congresswoman and Advocate for Justice
Hena Zuberi
Director of Advocacy for Justice For All, Journalist and News Anchor for the Justice For All Now Show, and Editor in Chief of Muslimmatters
Mufti Asif Umar
Imam of the Islamic Foundation of Greater St.
Louis and Islamic Scholar specializing in Quran and Figh
Zahra Billoo
Executive Director of CAIR San Francisco Bay Area and Civil Rights Advocate
Lena Khan
Emmy-nominated Writer and Director
Dr. Rowhea Elmesky
Chair and Associate Professor in the Department of Education at Washington University in St. Louis and Scholar and Advocate for Social Justice in Education
Dr. Ferrahs Abdelbaset
Associate Dean of Academic Affairs and Assistant Professor of Basic Sciences at Ponce University, and Vice-President of the Board of the Islamic Society of Greater St. Louis
Linda Sarsour
Palestinian American Political Activist and Co-Founder /Executive Director of MPower for Change
Dalia Soliman
Founder of Ummah Girls, Educator, Life Coach, and Community Activist Dedicated to Empowering Muslim Youth.
Tasneem Manjra
Tasneem Manjra
Founding Partner at Substrate, Marketing Expert, and Board Member of The Unity Lab & Unity Lab PAC
Board Members
Nawal Abuhamdeh
Co-Founder & President
Fazila Bobat
Co-Founder & Vice-President
Salam Rajih
Board Member
Sumaiya Dalal
Treasurer
Aamna Anwer
Secretary