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A Secure Funeral Fund
for Every Muslim
At Gallipoli Funeral Fund, we understand how important it is to plan for the future and support your loved ones. As a not-for-profit established in 2023, we provide a fixed cash benefit on a member’s death to help families meet funeral and burial costs. We are community-focused, transparent, and guided by Islamic principles - giving families certainty and financial support when it matters most.
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Shariah Compliant
This means members can trust the Fund’s financial benefit and processes to align with Islamic principles, providing peace of mind when meeting funeral and burial costs.
ASIC Regulated
As an ASIC-regulated entity, we adhere to strict compliance standards set by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC), ensuring transparency and legal protection for our members.
AFSL Licensed
This licensing guarantees we meet stringent legal and operational requirements and uphold high standards of governance, financial management, and member support.
What we offer
To ensure peace of mind for our members and their loved ones, GFF provides a fixed cash benefit on a member’s death to assist with funeral and burial costs, and can supply general information about local funeral providers on request. We are guided by Islamic principles and committed to integrity, transparency and mutual support.
Funeral Support and Burial Costs
We provide a fixed cash benefit to assist with Islamic funeral and burial costs. The benefit is paid to the nominated beneficiary (who may be a family member, legal representative, or a funeral service provider). We can also provide general information about local funeral providers on request.
Benefit Payment
Members receive a fixed cash benefit paid to their nominated beneficiary to help cover funeral and burial costs. The benefit amount is fixed and intended to provide certainty and fairness to families and beneficiaries.
Membership Benefits
Peace of mind that a fixed cash benefit will be available to your nominated beneficiary to assist with funeral and burial expenses. Beneficiaries decide how the funds are used in line with the member’s wishes.
Timely Support
We offer prompt support to members and beneficiaries during the claims process. Where GFF opts to make the Equivalent Payment, it will generally be paid within 48 hours of receiving required documentation.
Find out more here
Discover how the Gallipoli Funeral Fund provides a fixed cash benefit to assist with funeral and burial costs. Download our Product Disclosure Statement for full details on benefit amounts, who receives payment, and claim timing.
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Board of Directors
The Board of Directors of Gallipoli Funeral Fund (GFF) is composed of experienced professionals with expertise in finance, accounting, and Islamic jurisprudence.
Hasan Alca holds a Bachelor of Business from The University of Western Sydney and is a CPA accountant with over ten years experience. He has held numerous senior management positions with responsibility for monitoring and ensuring regulatory compliance in industries highly regulated by various Federal and State authorities including Aged Care, Financial Services and Education.
Enver Yasar is a community advocate with over 15 years of experience in government and community sectors. He currently serves as a Councillor on Cumberland City Council, focusing on improving local services and opportunities.Enver holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from UNSW, a Diploma of Project Management, and a Certificate of Engagement from IAP2 Australasia. He is committed to inclusive communities and ensuring residents have a voice in local decisions
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Dr. Abul Jalaluddin is a Director of ANIC Islamic Finance Advisory and Gallipoli Funeral Fund Limited, as well as a columnist for the Australasian Muslim Times. He holds a Ph.D. in financial economics from the University of Wollongong, along with degrees in taxation law and economics. With expertise in taxation, Islamic finance, and superannuation, he has published extensively in scholarly journals and authored two books on Islamic finance and economics. He has also presented research at international conferences in Australia, the UK, Malaysia, Qatar, and Bangladesh.
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Dr. Abdurrahman Asaroglu is the Managing Director of Gallipoli Funeral Fund and Gallipoli Turkish Cultural Foundation, overseeing key Islamic and community initiatives in Australia. He also serves as Chair of GHSL and Director of the Australian Diyanet Foundation. Holding a Ph.D. in the Sociology of Religion from the University of Melbourne, he has extensive experience in Islamic theology, research, and university teaching. He has contributed to the National Centre of Excellence in Islamic Studies and presented research on Islamic philosophy and theology internationally. His focus is on community development and religious engagement.
Why Choose GFF?
Gallipoli Funeral Fund is Australia’s first ASIC-regulated Muslim funeral fund, providing a secure, transparent, and legally protected solution for Muslim families.
Peace of Mind
Members and their families can focus on grieving rather
than financial burdens
Mutual Assistance
Inspired by the Islamic principle of “mutual assistance in good deeds,” members support one another.
Financial Hardship Support
Members experiencing financial difficulties can request to pause their membership, ensuring continued eligibility for funeral benefits when needed.
Non-Profit Commitment
All surplus funds are reinvested to improve services and
membership benefits.
Membership
Join the Gallipoli Funeral Fund (GFF) and secure peace of mind with a comprehensive Islamic funeral service.
Entry fees vary based on the age group of the member at the time of joining. Payments canbe made in
three equal instalments over two years. A gap payment may be required for Rookwood Cemetery.
Annual premiums are required to maintain membership status and are based on age.
terminal illness
FAQs
Have questions about Gallipoli Funeral Fund (GFF)? We’re here to help.
Any Australian citizen or permanent resident can apply for membership, regardless of age, provided they submit an application, pay the entry fee (if applicable), and continue paying annual premiums.
GFF offers two options:
Single Funeral Facility: Covers the cost of a grave and funeral service for one individual.
Double Funeral Facility: Covers two people, such as spouses, siblings, or parent and child, including reopening costs for the second burial.
Members can request to pause their membership. However, if a member passes away during this period, any outstanding fees must be paid before benefits are received. If the fees cannot be paid, membership is canceled, and any previously paid entry fees are refunded.
Complaints can be submitted in writing to GFF’s director or by contacting the Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA) if the issue is unresolved. AFCA is an independent complaints resolution body offering free services to members
Yes. The entry fee (if applicable) can be paid in three equal annual installments. Annual premiums can be paid in full or in 12 equal monthly installments.
GFF generally provides the funeral service or makes the equivalent payment within 48 hours of being notified of a member’s death, provided all outstanding amounts and requirements are met.
1. Disqualifications from membership of GFF:
o Arrears in payments.
o False declarations (e.g., terminal illness).
o Non-compliance with Islamic funeral traditions.
2. Recommendations:
o Members are encouraged to have a valid Last Will and Testament specifying
Islamic burial wishes.
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