Our Programs

The Lone Bench Initiative is a faith-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to making eating disorder treatment more accessible for Muslims by providing financial aid for eating disorder treatment and its related costs as well as by spreading awareness about eating disorders within and for the Muslim community.

Our Programs

  • We present on eating disorder awareness, body image, and preventative measures to Muslim youth groups virtually and in person at schools, libraries, community centers, and more. Contact us if you would like us to speak at your event or location or would like more information!

  • We provide financial aid for outpatient eating disorder treatment for Muslims through individual grants. Donate to our Treatment Fund here or apply for a grant here.

  • LBI provides financial aid for eating disorder treatment by collaborating with treatment centers and providers in the Muslim World through our Crescent Project. If your provider/treatment center is not a part of this project, we also offer Treatment Grants.

  • Every few months we organize fundraising events that have two main purposes: collecting donations and spreading awareness about eating disorders. These events can be fundraising walks, bingo nights, or simply just booths set up in conventions or event centers. Visit this page for upcoming events.