The Model of Infaq and Shodaqoh Management in Increasing the Society's Economy Welfare

Abstract

Objective - The phenomenon happening nowadays is that the role of Masjid is not quite optimal in deteriorating the poverty through optimising infaq and shodaqoh. The aim of this study is to make the model of the infaq and shodaqoh management for Masjid. Methodology/Technique - This study is qualitative study with triangulation method. Survey is done to two Masjids, i.e.: Al-Hikmah Masjid and Babussalam Masjid. Data are gained through deep interviews, observations and literature studies. Findings - The study result shows that the people's awareness in infaq and shodaqoh in Al Hikmah and Babussalam has been good and needs preserving. The techniques of gaining infaq and shodaqoh fund in both Masjids have covered the worshipping and social functions. These both functions need improving through the economic function, i.e. through Masjid Economy Empowerment (MEE). Novelty - The model of zakat, infaq and shodaqoh fund management to increase the Moslems' welfare is done by increasing the economic function, i.e. Masjid Economy Empowerment (MEE). Type of Paper - Conceptual Keywords: Maintaining management; infaq; shodaqoh; Moslems empowerment; poverty deterioration; Masjid Economy Empowerment