Waqf Board
Governance Charter & Member Framework — Chittagong Hayat Hospital
Islamic Legal Basis of Waqf
"When a person dies, their deeds come to an end except for three: ongoing charity (Sadaqah Jariyah), knowledge that is benefited from, and a righteous child who prays for them."
"The example of those who spend their wealth in the way of Allah is like a seed of grain that sprouts seven spikes; in each spike there are a hundred grains."
Waqf (Islamic endowment) is one of the most powerful instruments of Sadaqah Jariyah in Islamic jurisprudence. The Waqf of BTFHH is established and governed strictly according to classical Islamic fiqh — specifically the Hanafi school. Once an asset is declared Waqf, it becomes a permanent endowment: it cannot be sold, inherited, gifted, or repurposed outside its declared charitable purpose.
Types of Waqf in BTFHH
| Waqf Type | Asset | Minimum Amount | Beneficiary | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bed Waqf | 1 Hospital Bed | BDT 1 Lakh | All patients using that bed | Perpetual |
| Cabin Waqf | 1 Private Cabin | BDT 10 Lakh | Patients admitted to that cabin | Perpetual |
| OT Waqf | 1 Operation Theatre | BDT 1 Crore | All surgical patients | Perpetual |
| ICU Waqf | 1 ICU Unit (6 beds) | BDT 1 Crore | All ICU patients | Perpetual |
| Floor Waqf | 1 Complete Floor | BDT 5 Crore | All patients on that floor | Perpetual |
| Land Waqf | Land donation / 99-yr lease | Agreed value | Entire hospital community | Perpetual |
| Zakat Waqf | Cash for free-bed patients | Any amount | Faqir & Miskin patients only | Annual cycle |
Waqf Process — Step by Step
Donor contacts BTFHH Waqf Office. Selects asset type (bed, cabin, OT, ICU, floor, or land). Asset availability confirmed by Waqf Administrator (Mutawalli). Donor identity verified with NID.
Waqf Deed prepared by the Islamic legal team — specifying asset identity, donor name, charitable purpose, and Shariah conditions. Deed reviewed by Shariah Board.
Individual fatwa issued per asset by a certified Hanafi scholar — confirming the Waqf is valid, irrevocable, and compliant with Bangladesh Waqf Administration.
Waqf Deed formally registered with Bangladesh Waqf Administration. Reference number issued. Legal protection activated.
Permanent nameplate installed on the dedicated asset — bearing donor or deceased loved one's name in English and Bengali.
Annual Waqf Utilization Report sent to each donor: patient count, treatment outcomes, and Sadaqah Jariyah continuity confirmation.
Waqf Board Members
Chief Mutawalli
Senior Alim; 10+ yrs Waqf experience
Overall Waqf administration; asset registry; donor relations
3 yrs, renewableShariah Board Chair
Mufti — Hanafi fiqh; 15+ yrs scholarship
Issue fatwa per asset; certify Shariah compliance
3 yrs, renewableLegal Advisor
Advocate 15+ yrs; Waqf Ordinance expertise
Draft & review Waqf deeds; register with administration
3 yrs, renewableFinancial Controller
Chartered Accountant; Islamic finance certification
Maintain separate Waqf accounts; coordinate annual audit
3 yrs, renewableCommunity Representative
Respected community leader; no conflict of interest
Represent donor interests; liaison with donor families
2 yrs, electedMedical Representative
Senior HOD; 10+ yrs clinical experience
Ensure Waqf assets serve medical mission; patient outcome reporting
2 yrs, rotationalFounding Partner Rep
Nominated by Platinum Founding Partners
Accountability to Founding Partners; strategic input
1 yr, rotationalGovernance Rules
Meetings
Mandatory quarterly meetings (4 per year). Emergency meetings callable by Chief Mutawalli or any 3 members.
Quorum
Minimum 5 of 7 members must be present. Chief Mutawalli + Shariah Chair must both be present for fatwa resolutions.
Voting
Simple majority for administrative decisions. 2/3 majority for asset-related decisions. Chief Mutawalli has casting vote.
Fund Separation
Waqf funds kept in a dedicated Islamic bank account — NEVER mixed with Operational or Zakat accounts.
Shariah Supremacy
All decisions reviewed by Shariah Chair before implementation. Any action contrary to Hanafi fiqh is automatically void.
Donor Rights
Donors may request an annual utilization report at any time. Donors may NOT alter the Waqf deed post-registration.
Become a Waqf Donor
Contact our Waqf Office to dedicate a permanent Sadaqah Jariyah asset for your loved ones.