Our Misson

Al Medina Charity is dedicated to building stronger communities by advocating, developing, and managing quality low-income housing. We are committed to expanding access to safe, affordable homes while empowering individuals and families with the stability, dignity, and opportunity they need to thrive. Through compassionate service, responsible stewardship, and community partnership, we work to create inclusive neighborhoods where everyone has a place to call home.

WE DREAM! WE DEDICATE! WE DELIVER!

Meet Our CEO

Mahmoud Tarifi is a distinguished civic leader and institutional executive with over 45 years of service in the San Gabriel Valley. As the former President of the Islamic Center of Claremont (ICC) and a key leader within the Islamic Shura Council, Mahmoud has spent decades managing complex community assets and religious endowments (Waqf) with the highest standards of Amana (Trust).

A recognized expert on refugee integration, Mahmoud’s humanitarian work has been featured on ABC News, NBC News, and KFI 640. His fearless defense of working families and Syrian refugees is documented extensively in the LA Times, the Daily Bulletin, and the Claremont Courier. Officially honored by the LA County Board of Supervisors and a participant in projects recognized by the prestigious Sherwood Prize, Mahmoud has collaborated directly with Congresswoman Norma Torres, Supervisor Hilda Solis, and regional Mayors.

Pastor Adam Donner

Independent Director

Faith-Based Outreach & Pomona Community Relations

Our Team

Meet the dedicated individuals working tirelessly behind AlMedina Charity to uplift our community and provide sustainable support for families in need.

Amir Ali

Majid Tayahra, M.D.

Independent Director

iNDEPENDENT dIRECTOR

Real Estate Investment & Acquisition Strategy

Health Policy & Humanitarian Resident Services

Mahmoud Tarifi

Joseph Salas

Christy Anderson

Ceo/President

Independent Director

iNDEPENDENT dIRECTOR

Development Management & Interfaith Liaison

Public Policy & Educational Integration

Refugee Advocacy & Community Integration

Ahmad Tarifi

Officer (secretary)

Officer (Treasurer)

Eman Tarifi

Volunteer Financial Oversight

Volunteer Corporate Records

Transforming Compassion into Concrete Community Action

THE FAITH LANDS ACT (SB 4): OUR LEGAL POWER

Al Medina Charity utilizes the California Faith Lands Act (SB 4) to transform underutilized religious land into a "City of Mercy." This landmark 2024 legislation grants us the unique authority to build high-density, 100% affordable housing "By-Right."

The Benefits of SB 4 for Our Partners:

• Ministerial "By-Right" Approval: The law overrides local city zoning. The City must approve the project within 60–90 days if it meets state standards, bypassing political delays and public hearings.

• Density & Height Power: SB 4 allows us to achieve record-breaking densities (up to 120 units per acre) and grants 3 extra stories of height above local limits, ensuring we maximize the value of the Waqf.

• Legal Protection: This pathway provides a statutory exemption from CEQA (Environmental) lawsuits, which often cost developers millions in delays.

• Fiduciary Security: By using SB 4, Al Medina "locks in" these development rights permanently, securing the land's value for the Islamic Center and its partners

The Al Medina Halal PPP Model

Al Medina Charity utilizes a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model that is 100% Sharia-compliant and Riba-free. Instead of traditional interest-bearing bank loans, we secure Government Equity and Federal Tax Credits to fund our developments. This creates a "Mudaraba" (Joint Venture) structure where the state provides the capital and Al Medina provides the expertise. Because this is a Non-Recourseinvestment, the land remains a protected Waqf, and our partners never pay a dollar of interest or face any financial liability.

Our Impact

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The Al Medina Halal PPP Model ensures that your community’s expansion is built upon a foundation of absolute financial integrity.

Strategic Benefits of the Al Medina Model:

• 100% Sharia-Compliant: Our Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model is strictly Riba-free, utilizing Government Equity and Federal Tax Credits instead of interest-bearing debt.

• Mudaraba Structure: We operate as a Joint Venture where the state provides the capital and Al Medina provides the expertise, fulfilling the Islamic principle of shared risk and social benefit.

• Zero-Liability Shield: The investment is Non-Recourse, meaning the Masjid’s assets and land remain a protected Waqf (endowment) with no exposure to financial loss.

• Community Legacy: This model allows us to build a "City of Mercy" for the vulnerable while securing a multi-million dollar long-term asset for the future of the Ummah.

We unify federal, state, and local resources to build 100% affordable, high-density housing through innovative interfaith and public-private partnerships.

At Al Medina Charity, we believe that managing a property means more than just maintaining buildings; it means protecting the peace and potential of every resident. Our specialized management program takes a zero-tolerance approach to gang activity, graffiti, and drug addiction by replacing vacancy and neglect with active community engagement and 24/7 professional oversight. By integrating rapid-response maintenance to erase graffiti immediately and partnering with local law enforcement and recovery specialists, Al Medina transforms high-risk areas into safe, drug-free havens where families can thrive without fear.