THE ROLE OF THE PRODUCTIVE ZAKAT FUNDS IN SUPPORTING THE DEVELOPMENT OF MUSTAHIK BUSINESS

Abstract

This research aims to find out the systematics applied in the utilization of productive zakat funds by zakat management institutions in Lamongan and to find out whether the zakat funds distributed are effective in increasing the income of business actors, in this case the recipients of zakat funds (mustahik) so that they can reverse the previous situation. These business actors as mustahik can now act as zakat payers (muzzaki). This research was conducted using qualitative descriptive methods. Data collection techniques using interviews, observation and documentation. The sample was determined purposively, namely 5 mustahik recipients of LAZISMU Lamongan's productive zakat assistance. The results of this research show that the indicators for the accuracy of program targets and program objectives are effective. The results of this research can contribute to the Amil Zakat Institute (LAZ) in developing productive zakat programs in Indonesia, especially East Java, Lamongan.