Tahir Selby, Missionary, UK
On 14 September 2024, the Nasir Mosque in Hartlepool donated £16,000 to local charities. This generous act follows the hostility last month targeting immigrants and Muslims across the country following the tragic mass stabbing in Southport. Amid tensions, a protest was planned against the mosque but was peacefully dispersed by police. In response, Hartlepool resident Andrew Cooper launched a fundraiser for the mosque, aiming to raise £200. His effort inspired widespread support, quickly raising £13,000, which was topped up by an additional £3,000 from the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community.
Instead of using the funds for the mosque, the entire amount was donated to local charities at the Love Hartlepool Appreciation event. The various charities, along with the Hartlepool Ceremonial Mayor, Carole Thompson, attended and received the donations.