In memory of

Dana Hamad

Great Falls, VA

August 17, 2001 - March 17, 2026

Aug 17, 2001 - Mar 17, 2026

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In memory of

Dana Hamad

Passed

March 17, 2026
Born

August 17, 2001
Resided

Great Falls, VA

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Please consider a donation to Dana Hamad Sadaqah Jariyah – Makkah & Palestine.

$11,455.00

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Update: Upon reaching the $10,000 donation goal, all further contributions will go toward supporting humanitarian efforts in Palestine.

Donating a wheelchair or easing an act of worship within the Holy Sanctuary of Mecca constitutes an act of Sadaqah Jariyah (perpetual charity) of profound impact, through which God ensures a continuous stream of reward for the deceased or the donor.

In Dana’s name, we will be donating wheelchairs and providing aid for Umrah. Dana always spoke of her dream of visiting Makkah and her deep-rooted love for Islam. May Allah grant her the reward of every Umrah and Hajj facilitated through each wheelchair donated in her name. Ameen.

Any additional money collected, above 10,000, will inshallah be directed to Palestinian aid.

If anyone is interested in learning more about where these donations will be going, please feel free to visit the link below: https://dyofalrahman.org.sa/MyProfile Contribute

Out of respect for the family’s wishes, please do not share or post any photos of Dana on this page. Thank you for your understanding and support.

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إِنَّا لِلَّٰهِ وَإِنَّا إِلَيْهِ رَاجِعُونَ

(Inna lillaahi wa inna ilayhi raji'un - "We are from God, and to Him is our return")

Dana Hamad, beloved wife of Usama Abdelkarim, daughter of Jerry & Emann Hamad, sister of Nadia Hamad, and a Virginia Tech Class of 2023 alumna, was a dear friend to so many. Anyone who had the privilege of knowing Dana experienced her deep empathy, passion, and unwavering commitment to serving those in need. …

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