Make a difference this Eid by joining thousands of Muslims across the state to spread the joys of Eid to your neighbors of other faiths!
And we've made it easy for you and your friends to participate and this project your own!
Here's how:
- Pick up at least 2 Eid Greetings Cards (click here to download a pdf version) or find a high-quality version at your local mosque) for two of your neighbors and this page of instructions for yourself.
- Buy 4 candy bars from a local grocery store (Safeway, QFC, etc.).
- Attach each Eid Greetings Card to 2 candy bars (use ribbon, blue, tape, etc.) and sign the back of the card.
- (Optional) Take a picture of your Eid gift bundle (Candy bars + Eid Greetings card) and post it onto your personal social media pages (Facebook, Instagram & Twitter). Hashtag #Eid2013 on Twitter.
- Visit at least the house/apartment to your right and your left, greet them, wish them a "Happy Eid" and offer them the Eid gift bundle. Encourage your family, especially your kids, to come with you!
Why this project?
According to a 2009 ABC News/Washington Post poll:
"Unfamiliarity is a central factor in [Americans' negative perception of Islam and Muslims]. 55% of Americans concede that they lack a good basic understanding of Islam; about as many, 53 percent, don't personally know a Muslim. People who profess an understanding of Islam, or know a Muslim, have much more positive views of the religion."
By joining thousands of Muslims statewide in meeting and starting relationships with their next-door neighbors, YOU are helping change the views on Islam/Muslims held by THOUSANDS of fellow Americans!