Muslim Community Center - East Bay

What Muslim Community Center - East Bay does

MCC East Bay is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit religious and community organization (Tax ID 20-8085421) headquartered at a 31,000 sq ft facility in Pleasanton, California, serving the East Bay Muslim community spanning Pleasanton, Dublin, San Ramon, and surrounding areas. Its primary functions include operating a mosque (five daily prayers and four Friday Jumu'ah services across two locations), delivering religious education (Sunday School, after-school Qur'an, Arabic, Tajweed), running youth development programs (Girl Scouts, Cub Scouts, summer camps, debate), women's programs (halaqas, book clubs, hikes), and providing community welfare services (food pantry, refugee support, Zakat distribution, immigration legal aid, funeral services, Nikah and Islamic divorce services). The organization also operates a Special Needs Masjid program, holding the first MUHSEN gold certification in California (2019) and one of only two special-needs weekend Islamic Schools in the San Francisco Bay Area.

The center operates on a diversified nonprofit revenue model combining recurring donations (Sadaqa & Operations, Zakat), program fees (summer camps ranging from $5 to $1,000), membership dues, and facility rental income, processed through Kindful as the donation platform. Distribution occurs primarily through the physical Pleasanton facility and the Rosewood Center overflow location, plus digital channels including a website, weekly email newsletter, WhatsApp groups, and social media (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, LinkedIn, SoundCloud). Its most recent technology initiative is the official mobile application launched on iOS in May 2026 (Android forthcoming), providing prayer times, Ramadan Hub, live streams, Jumu'ah updates, and in-app giving.

The organization is staffed by approximately 10 paid employees with significant volunteer support from Imams, Muftis, scholars, and program facilitators, governed by a Board of Directors. Strategic partnerships include MUHSEN for special-needs certification, Maristan for mental health counseling, Girl Scouts of Northern California for scouting, Kindful for donation processing, Hidaya Foundation for humanitarian collection drives, and AW Law Group for special-needs legal planning.

Name

Muslim Community Center - East Bay

Legal name

Muslim Community Center East Bay

Website

https://mcceastbay.org

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Muslim Community Center - East Bay is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit mosque and community hub in Pleasanton, California delivering religious, educational, youth, women's, and welfare services to the East Bay Muslim community across all ages.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Religious Community Services

NAICS

Religious Organizations (8131), Religious Organizations (813110), Religious Organizations (81311), Civic and Social Organizations (8134), Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations (813)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600), Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Local Congregations & Worship Communities (Churches, Mosques, Temples, Synagogues) (BPAGAJAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Places of Worship & Religious Facilities Operations (Cemeteries, Retreat Centers, Pilgrimage Sites) (BPAGAJAL), Campus Spiritual & Religious Life (EDALAHAI)

Keywords

• Religious community services
• Islamic education programs
• Community assistance services
• Youth development programs
• Charitable giving programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Pleasanton

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations (Sadaqa & Operations): MCC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (Tax ID: 20-8085421). The primary revenue stream comes from donations including Sadaqa (charitable giving) and general operations donations, with options for one-time or recurring contributions (weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, quarterly, or yearly).
2. Zakat & Sadaqa: Islamic charitable giving programs including Zakat (obligatory almsgiving) and Sadaqa (voluntary charity) used to support community assistance programs including scholarships, food pantry, refugee support, and other community welfare services.
3. Program Fees: Revenue from educational and youth programs including summer camps, weekend classes, and specialty programs with tiered pricing ranging from free to $1,000 for 4-week programs.
4. Facility Rental: The 31,000 sq ft facility is available for rental for various occasions, generating rental income from community events and gatherings.
5. Membership Dues: Revenue from membership fees for community members who become valued members and contribute to the community's vibrancy.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

MCC East Bay is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit religious community center and mosque in Pleasanton, California, that provides daily Islamic prayer services (five daily prayers plus multiple weekly Friday Jumu'ah services), religious education (Sunday School, after-school Qur'an classes, Arabic), youth and women's programs, family and community services (marriage, divorce, mental health counseling, immigration legal aid, food pantry, refugee support), and charitable giving programs (Zakat, Sadaqa). The center operates a 31,000 sq ft facility and serves the East Bay Muslim community.

Product overview

MCC East Bay is a community center/mosque offering a portfolio of religious, educational, social, and community services. The primary digital product is the MCC East Bay mobile app (launched May 2026), which provides prayer times, Ramadan Hub, live streams, events, and giving capabilities. The organization operates educational programs including Sunday School, After-School Qur'an Classes, youth programs, and summer camps. Community services encompass mental health counseling, immigration legal aid, food pantry, refugee support, and charitable giving programs (Zakat & Sadaqa). Accessibility programs include a MUHSEN-certified Special Needs Masjid. The facility (31,000 sq ft) is available for rental, and various women's, youth, and scouting programs serve the community.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• MCC East Bay Mobile App Official mobile application for the Muslim Community Center East Bay, providing daily prayer times, Ramadan Hub, live streams, community events, Jumu'ah updates, secure giving, and news and announcements for community members.
• MCC Sunday School Religious education program for children offering Islamic and Qur'anic studies with qualified teachers at the MCC East Bay campus.
• After-School Qur'an Classes Evening spiritual learning program for Qur'an education and enrichment, including Tajweed classes for children and youth.
• Summer Camps Program
• Special Needs Masjid Program
• Mental Health Services
• Immigration Legal Aid
• Nikah Marriage Services
• Islamic Divorce Services
• Food Pantry
• Refugee Support
• Zakat & Sadaqa
• Islamic Toddler Playgroup (Happy Hearts Mommy & Me)
• Scouting Programs
• Facility Rental
• Marhaba: Convert Care and Community
• Quarterly Matrimonial Gatherings
• Live Streaming

Quantifiable outcome

• First special-needs certified masjid on the West Coast (2017), first gold-certified MUHSEN masjid in California (2019)
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• MUHSEN (Muslims Understanding and Helping Special Education Needs)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMUHSEN certifies masjids and Islamic Centers across the U.S. to accommodate community members with special needs. MCC East Bay has been MUHSEN-certified since 2017 (silver) and achieved gold certification in 2019. MCC supports MUHSEN's efforts to help families with special needs through facility accessibility, programs, and community surveys.
• KindfulcoreTechnology or IntegrationKindful provides the donation processing platform for MCC East Bay. Donors can make Sadaqa & Operations donations with options for one-time or recurring contributions (weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, quarterly, yearly). MCC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit with Tax ID 20-8085421.
• Hidaya FoundationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHidaya Foundation brings collection trucks to MCC during Taraweeh services to accept donations of clothing, blankets, shoes, and supplies for shipment to needy Muslim communities overseas. MCC serves as a collection point during Ramadan.
• Bayan Islamic Graduate SchoolminorGTM or Marketing PartnerBayan Islamic Graduate School co-sponsored the Mother's Day event 'Motherhood as Leadership: A Meaningful Mother's Day Gathering' alongside MCC East Bay.
• MaristancoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMaristan is MCC East Bay's community mental health partner providing professional, faith-centered counseling and support services for children, teens, and adults experiencing grief, anxiety, or emotional distress.
• Family Resource NavigatorminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFamily Resource Navigator is listed as a community partner of MCC East Bay for special needs support services, providing additional resources for families with special needs members.
• Br. Ikhlas Ahmed (AW Law Group)minorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerAttorney Ikhlas Ahmed specializes in special-needs legal needs for Muslim families, including Islamic estate planning, wills, and trusts. MCC recommends this contact for families seeking special-needs legal planning support.
• Girl Scouts of Northern CaliforniacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMCC East Bay hosts four Girl Scout troops (32316, 30875, 32705, and new Daisy-level troop) under the guidance of Girl Scouts of Northern California. Troops participate in leadership activities, community service, and cookie sales at MCC.
• Rosewood CenterminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRosewood Center (Bldg 5) in Pleasanton serves as an alternative location for Friday Jumu'ah services when MCC's main location experiences heavy parking congestion, accommodating overflow attendees.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• ISNA (Islamic Society of North America): National umbrella organization for Muslim communities in North America. Comparable as a higher-level Islamic institution that MCC East Bay affiliates with through shared programming, conventions, and community standards.
• MPAC (Muslim Public Affairs Council): Leading American Muslim public policy and advocacy organization based in Los Angeles. Comparable as a peer Muslim American nonprofit institution focused on community empowerment, education, and civic engagement.
• ICNA (Islamic Circle of North America): National Islamic grassroots organization supporting masjids and community centers across the U.S. Comparable as a peer Islamic institution providing organizational resources, programming, and community services to its member centers.
• MUHSEN (Muslims Understanding and Helping Special Education Needs): National organization that certifies masjids for special-needs accessibility. MCC East Bay's gold certification partner. Comparable as a broader Islamic community-services organization addressing inclusive programming across the U.S.

Emerging players

• Maristan: MCC East Bay's faith-centered mental health counseling partner. Comparable as a Muslim American nonprofit providing community wellness services to similar populations, with potential for deeper programmatic integration.
• Bayan Islamic Graduate School: Bay Area Islamic graduate school that co-sponsors programs with MCC East Bay (e.g., Mother's Day gathering). Comparable as an Islamic educational and community institution in the same region, with overlapping programming and audience.

Regional players

• East Bay Islamic Center: East Bay mosque and community center serving a similar demographic in adjacent Bay Area cities. Directly comparable as a regional Islamic community center competing for members and programming partnerships.
• Zaytuna College: The first accredited Muslim liberal arts college in the U.S., based in Berkeley, CA. Comparable as a Bay Area Islamic institution focused on education and community engagement, with overlapping audience and potential programmer pipeline.

Direct peers

• Islamic Center of Livermore (IC Livermore): Neighboring East Bay mosque referenced on MCC East Bay's own website as an alternative Jumu'ah location. Directly comparable as a regional Islamic community center serving the Tri-Valley Muslim community with similar worship, education, and social programs.
• Muslim Community Association (MCA) - San Francisco Bay Area: A large, multi-program Islamic community center in the Bay Area offering worship, education, youth programs, social services, and facility rentals. Closely comparable to MCC East Bay as a comprehensive mosque-community center hybrid serving a similar demographic in the same region.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/mcceastbay
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCeO_pSfiLy45HznBB0wNV8Q
• Facebookfacebook.com/MCCPleasanton
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/mcceastbay
• Instagraminstagram.com/mcceastbay
• TikToktiktok.com/@mcceastbay

Compliance2 records

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Profiles2 records

Funding overview

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