IPB University Provides Support for 1.252 Orphans Across Four Districts During Ramadan 2026
IPB University distributed aid to 1.252 orphans across four districts during Ramadan 2026. The program, titled “Cheerful Ramadan, Light of Love for Others,” is part of IPB University’s annual social initiative to assist the surrounding community. The symbolic handover took place at the Senate Meeting Room, IPB Dramaga Campus, Bogor (3/9).
The Chairperson of the Waqf and Social Fund Unit of IPB University, Prof Alla Asmara, stated that the assistance provided consisted of Rp350.000 in cash per child and a copy of the Mushaf Al-Qur’an. The total aid distributed reached approximately Rp725 million, comprising Rp625 million in cash donations and approximately Rp100 million for the procurement of the Al-Qur’an copies.
“The aid was given to 1.252 orphans and supplemented with 1.300 copies of the Al-Qur’an. This year, the number of donors also increased compared to 2025,” Prof Alla stated in her report.
The donations were distributed to orphans in four districts, there are Dramaga District and Ciampea District in Bogor Regency, as well as West Bogor District and Central Bogor District in Bogor City. In Dramaga District, the aid reached 10 villages, while in Ciampea District, it covered six villages.The distribution has been carried out in stages from February until March 12, 2026, at their respective village offices.
Prof Alla explained that this donation program is part of the development of the IPB University Waqf and Social Fund Unit, which has been operational since 2023.
Over the past two years, fund collection has seen a significant increase. While previously the funds collected amounted to approximately Rp385 million, they have now risen to Rp628 million roughly 165 percent of the initial target of Rp420 million for 2026.
“The target for beneficiaries has also increased. In 2025, there were 1.100 orphans, while in 2026, the number grew to 1.252 children, an increase of approximately 12 percent,” she said.
Meanwhile, the Rector of IPB University, Dr Alim Setiawan Slamet, noted that the orphan donation activity has been a tradition at IPB University since 2009. The program reaches orphans in 21 villages and sub-districts surrounding the campus.
According to him, this activity is not merely a social action but also holds significant spiritual value, especially during the month of Ramadan.
“The Prophet said that those who care for orphans will be as close to him as two fingers side by side. This means that these donations are not just a social activity, but also a spiritual path,” he remarked.
He added that through this initiative, IPB University aims to instill values of social concern within the academic community while providing tangible benefits to society.
The Rector also expressed his appreciation to the donors and partners who contributed, allowing the fund collection to exceed this year’s target. He expressed hope that the total donations could continue to rise to reach Rp1 billion next year, so that even more orphans can receive benefits.
“We hope for the continued support of all parties so that IPB University can remain an institution that spreads goodness and provides an ever widening impact for the community,” he concluded. (dh) (IAAS/HNF)
