About the new building
We are introducing the new Zainabiya, a state-of-the-art facility designed to serve the needs of the growing Shia community in St Louis, Missouri. This modern building features spacious prayer halls, educational classrooms, and community spaces.
Over the past few years, we have been feeling the confinement of space at our current location on Howdershell Rd, and the continued growth of the community requires growth in the facilities as well.
As an important step to secure the future of our community for the generations to come six momineen have stepped forward and acquired 4.73 acres of land at the purchase price of $585K (valued at $695K) and donated it to Anjuman-e-Ahlebayt to be used to build a place for religious, spiritual & physical activity for the entire Shia community of St. Louis. The property address for this land is 11480 Dorsett Rd. Maryland Heights, MO 63141
Building Our Community, One Phase at a Time: Our construction is not just about constructing a building, but it is a process of building a lasting legacy for the community. The initial phase will bring to life a new state-of-the-art 10K sq. ft. building with a prayer hall, 6 classrooms for our Sunday school, a multi-purpose activity room, a kitchen, a dining area, a children’s area during programs, and a playground outside. In the additional phases, we will expand with a dining facility, gymnasium, and a funeral home. Click below for the future expansions drawing:
Commitment to Excellence: Through the different phases our plan will be carried out with a commitment to excellence in design, construction, and functionality, showcasing the quality and integrity of this project for the sake of Allah (SWT) and Ahlul Bayt (AS).
Progress and Momentum: We want to maintain the momentum and excitement within the community and communicate the progress towards the final completion. Click below for the project updates:
Long-term Vision: The phased construction of the new center is part of a larger vision for the community’s future, reflecting a strategic and planned approach towards achieving the ultimate goal.
Groundbreaking event: Our groundbreaking ceremony took place on the 13th of Rajab. 1444 (February 4, 2023). We express immense gratitude to Allah(SWT) that our community was able to raise more than $1,076,000 dollars in pledges at our groundbreaking event. We are immensely grateful first and foremost to Allah(SWT) to be able to achieve this seemingly difficult task in a very short time. Next, we thank Imam Ali (AS) whose wiladat anniversary we chose for accomplishing this milestone, then we thank all of our Masoomeen (AS) and especially our Imam (AJTFS). We are thankful to the whole community for the unprecedented level of participation and support.
Help us build the new Shia Islamic Center and experience the warmth and hospitality of our community. Together, we can build a brighter future for ourselves, our families, and our society.
Our goal is to raise $2.5 to $3 million for the construction of our new building and we need your help. We invite you to join us and make a donation by clicking here. No amount is too large or too small; it is our sincerity that counts.
Anjuman-e-Ahle Bayt is a registered 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization, formed in 1998.
May Allah (SWT) accept our sincere donations towards this noble cause and grant us all the blessings in this world and the Hereafter. Looking forward to duas and the continued support
