Miftaah Institute

What Miftaah Institute does

Miftaah Institute is a US-based, Michigan-domiciled nonprofit Islamic seminary founded in 2017, headquartered in Warren, MI with satellite operations in Canton, MI and Edmonton, Canada, and a 11-50 person staff. The institute delivers structured Islamic education through a multi-tier curriculum spanning six disciplines (Quranic studies, Hadith, Islamic law, Islamic history, spiritual development, and Arabic language), offered via onsite programs (Miftaah Associate, Bachelors, Seekers, Hifdh, Seerah Intensive) at its Warren campus and distributed community events in 120+ cities globally, as well as online through the Miftaah Portal (portal.miftaahseminary.org) and Miftaah Online platform.

The underlying technology stack is a content-delivery and community-engagement platform rather than an AI-driven product: a student portal hosts on-demand courses, recorded classes, PowerPoint decks, and downloadable course materials; a YouTube channel and multimedia library (video series, articles, journal, e-books) extend reach; and e-commerce storefronts (shopmiftaah.com, miftaahshop.org) handle merchandise. Distribution is multi-channel — self-serve online enrollment, direct field sales to mosques and Islamic centers (Miftaah Circles, Seminars, Scholar Requests), and travel programs (Miftaah Travels for Umrah and Jerusalem/Aqsa) in partnership with DST World Travel.

The revenue model blends tuition (e.g., $200/semester for Miftaah Lite, $150 for The First Four intensive), transaction-based event fees ($10/attendee or $1,000-$1,500 community contributions), high-ticket pilgrimage packages ($1,350-$3,895), merchandise sales, and — most importantly for a faith-based nonprofit — donations and sustainer recurring contributions under a Sadaqah Jariyah framing. Customer base is highly distributed across 8,000+ cumulative seminary students, community organizations, and pilgrimage travelers, with no single enterprise anchor.

Name

Miftaah Institute

Legal name

Miftaah Institute

Website

https://miftaah.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2017

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Miftaah Institute is a Warren, MI-based nonprofit Islamic seminary offering onsite and online Islamic education programs (Associate, Bachelors, Lite, Seekers, Juniors), community events in 120+ cities, Umrah and Jerusalem travel packages, and multimedia resources, funded through tuition, donations, and sustainer contributions.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Islamic Religious Education

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113), Educational Services (611)

SIC

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

akta.pro primary industry

Islamic Colleges & Sharia/Fiqh Institutes (EDAHAKAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Ministerial Training Institutes (Clergy Formation) (EDAHAKAE), Religious Reference & Study Tools Publishing (Commentaries, Concordances, Lexicons) (MPAJAHAL)

Keywords

• Islamic seminary education
• Online Islamic studies
• Religious community events
• Umrah pilgrimage travel
• Quran memorization programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Warren

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Seminary Tuition: Students pay tuition per semester for seminary programs. The Lite program costs $200/semester. The First Four intensive costs $150/student.
2. Travel Programs: Umrah and Jerusalem/Aqsa pilgrimage packages sold at various price points ($1,350-$3,895 depending on accommodation type and package). Fall Umrah land packages range from $1,750-$2,050; air and land packages from $2,995-$3,395.
3. Event Registration: Miftaah Circle events charge $10 per attendee, or community centers can cover costs ($1,000-$1,500). Seminar and scholar requests may include $1,500 donation to Miftaah Institute.
4. Donations and Sustainers: Individual donations and sustainer program supporting the educational mission. The institute emphasizes Sadaqah Jariyah (ceaseless charity) concept to encourage ongoing support.
5. Merchandise Sales: Products sold through Miftaah Shop (shopmiftaah.com) and Miftaah Shop.org online storefronts.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Miftaah Institute is a nonprofit Islamic seminary delivering structured religious education across six disciplines (Quranic studies, Hadith, Islamic law, Islamic history, spiritual development, and Arabic), offered through onsite campus programs in Michigan and online learning via the Miftaah Portal. It complements academic programs with large-scale community events (Miftaah Circles, seminars, scholar visits), Umrah and Jerusalem/Aqsa pilgrimage travel, and multimedia resources including video series, articles, a journal, and e-books. Operations are supported by tuition, event fees, donations, sustainer contributions, and merchandise sales.

Product overview

Miftaah Institute is an Islamic seminary offering a multi-tiered educational platform with both onsite and online learning modalities. The core offerings include structured degree programs (Associate, Bachelors), intensive seminary programs (Seekers, Lite, Juniors, MYNA), and specialized tracks (Quran Ascension, Hifdh, Seerah Intensive). The platform is delivered through the Miftaah Portal (student portal with on-demand courses) and Miftaah Online (remote learning). Additional services include scholar speaker requests for community events, large-scale Miftaah Circles, travel programs (Umrah and Jerusalem pilgrimages), and multimedia content (Video Series, Articles, Journal, e-books). The institute also offers Ramadan programs (Ramadan on Campus, Ramadan Immersion) and children/youth programming through Miftaah Juniors.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Miftaah Associate Program Three-year Associate of Islamic Studies degree program providing in-depth knowledge of Islamic disciplines at the Miftaah Campus in Warren, MI, designed for students pursuing a credentialed seminary education.
• Miftaah Bachelors Program Bachelors of Islamic Studies program providing advanced academic study of Islamic sciences, available at the Miftaah Campus.
• Miftaah Seekers Program Intensive seminary program for summer and ongoing study, providing transformative Islamic knowledge, growth, and spiritual development for adult learners.
• Miftaah Lite Program Introductory seminary program for college students and adults covering disciplines of Islamic studies; requires 8 courses over two years to graduate; tuition is $200 per semester with textbooks and lifetime portal access included.
• Miftaah Juniors Program Children's program designed to help children experience the beauty of Ramadan and nurture iman, character, and joy through engaging programs throughout the year.
• Miftaah MYNA Program Youth program focusing on spiritual development and Islamic education for young people.
• Quran Ascension Quran-focused program designed to deepen understanding and connection with the Holy Quran.
• Hifdh Program Quran memorization program helping students commit the Holy Quran to memory through structured study.
• Seerah Intensive Seven-day intensive program studying the life and legacy of Prophet Muhammad through an immersive on-campus experience at Miftaah.
• The First Four Intensive Three-week intensive introductory program priced at $150 per student, with lodging options available, free snacks, and babysitting provided during the course.
• Miftaah Online Learning Online learning portal providing remote access to seminary courses, on-demand classes, and educational content from home for students enrolled in Miftaah programs.
• Miftaah Portal User-friendly student platform enabling real-time connections, on-demand courses, recorded classes, PowerPoints, and course materials for enrolled seminary students.
• Miftaah Circle Events Large-scale community events lasting 3-4 hours and accommodating over 200 attendees, including conferences, lectures, halaqas, and qiyam programs hosted by requesting community organizations.
• Miftaah Seminar Service Community seminars featuring Miftaah Institute scholars for lectures, Jummah khutbahs, and educational events delivered at host communities.
• Request a Scholar Service Service allowing communities to invite Miftaah scholars for lectures, Jummah khutbahs, halaqas, qiyam, and other speaking engagements; community donation of $1,500 to Miftaah Institute requested.
• Miftaah Umrah Travel Program Organized Umrah pilgrimage travel to Makkah and Madinah with scholar accompaniment, including Fall and Winter packages with 4 nights in each city, daily breakfast, ground transport, and guided tours; packages priced from $1,750 land-only to $3,895 air-and-land.
• Miftaah Jerusalem/Aqsa Trip Spiritual pilgrimage to Jerusalem visiting Masjid al-Aqsa and historic religious sites with 7 nights hotel accommodation and breakfast, airport transfers, guided tours, and headsets; packages from $1,350 land-only; operated in partnership with DST World Travel.
• Ramadan on Campus Ramadan program featuring uplifting Taraweeh and Qiyam prayers, inspiring programs, and weekend community iftar gatherings held at the Miftaah campus during the month of Ramadan.
• Ramadan Immersion Program Extended immersive Ramadan experience announced for 2026, offering deeper spiritual engagement and programming beyond the standard on-campus Ramadan offerings.
• Moments with the Quran Educational video series by Miftaah Institute featuring Shaykh Abdullah Waheed and Mufti Abdul Rahman Waheed covering Quran-related topics.
• Miftaah Online Shop Online e-commerce storefront at shopmiftaah.com selling branded Miftaah merchandise and educational resources directly to consumers.

Quantifiable outcome

• 300,000+ total attendees across all programs
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

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Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• DST World TravelcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDST World Travel is the designated travel partner for Miftaah Jerusalem/Aqsa pilgrimage trips. They handle logistics including flights, hotel accommodations in Jerusalem, ground transportation, airport transfers, and tour guides for the spiritual journey to Al-Aqsa.
• Michigan Islamic InstitutecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBrother organization to Miftaah Institute. Mufti Abdul Wahab Waheed serves as instructor at both institutions. Mufti Abdul Rahman Waheed serves as principal and full-time instructor at Michigan Islamic Institute.
• Qalam InstituteminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAffiliation with Qalam Institute for instructor sourcing. Shaykh Mikaeel Ahmed Smith is an instructor at both Qalam and Miftaah. Shaykh AbdulNasir Jangda is mentioned as founder of Qalam in scholar bios.
• Medina Activity Center (Canton, MI)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLocal community center hosting Miftaah Lite program in Canton, MI. Provides physical classroom space for Wednesday evening seminary classes.
• AlMaghrib InstituteminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerShaykh Yaser Birjas, Head of Islamic Law and Theory Department at AlMaghrib Institute, serves as a scholar for Miftaah Jerusalem trips.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Bayyinah Institute: Leading online Arabic and Quranic studies platform founded by Nouman Ali Khan. Comparable to Miftaah in delivering digital-first Islamic education at scale, with a strong video/content library model and English-speaking Muslim learner focus.
• Zaytuna College: First accredited Muslim liberal arts college in the US, offering four-year undergraduate degrees in Islamic studies. Comparable to Miftaah's Bachelors program in delivering credentialed Islamic higher education to North American Muslim students.
• AlMaghrib Institute: One of the largest North American Islamic seminaries offering multi-city seminars, weekend courses, and diploma programs. Directly comparable to Miftaah in target audience (English-speaking Muslims seeking structured Islamic education), curriculum model (6 core disciplines), and event-driven GTM. Miftaah even sources scholars from AlMaghrib.
• Qalam Institute: Texas-based Islamic seminary founded by Shaykh AbdulNasir Jangda, offering Associates and Bachelors programs, intensives, and online courses. Closely comparable to Miftaah in degree-track offerings, scholar network overlap, and North American Muslim learner target market.
• SeekersGuidance: Global online Islamic academy offering free and paid courses in Islamic sciences with a network of qualified scholars. Comparable to Miftaah Online in delivering structured online seminary education and serving English-speaking Muslim learners worldwide.

Broad incumbents

• Islamic Relief USA: Large US-based Muslim nonprofit combining humanitarian relief, advocacy, and community education. Comparable to Miftaah in operating a faith-based community-driven model with significant donor/sustainer funding infrastructure in the same demographic.
• ISNA (Islamic Society of North America): Largest Muslim umbrella organization in North America, hosting conventions, educational programming, and community events. Comparable to Miftaah in mobilizing Muslim community participation across the continent, though at a much broader institutional scale.
• Madrasa Tul Imam Abu Hanifa: One of the oldest and largest traditional Islamic seminaries (Darul Uloom) globally. Comparable as a broader incumbent offering structured Islamic scholarship programs, though anchored in South Asia rather than serving the North American market directly.

Emerging players

• International Open University (IOU): Online-first Islamic university offering free and low-cost degree programs globally. Comparable to Miftaah's Miftaah Online portal in using digital delivery to reach geographically dispersed Muslim learners with structured curricula.
• Yaqeen Institute: US-based Islamic research and education institute producing scholarly content, courses, and publications. Comparable to Miftaah's Journal, articles, and video series in producing educational multimedia content for English-speaking Muslim audiences.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• Facebookfacebook.com/miftaahinstitute
• Instagraminstagram.com/miftaah.institute
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/miftaah-institute

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

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