2023
Site Planning & Permit Approvals
Developing architectural plans
Securing necessary permits for construction
2024
Town Review & Approval
Submitting plans for review
Receiving approval from the Town of Blacksburg
2025
2026
Foundation & Building Construction
Pouring the foundation for the new masjid
Constructing the main building structure
2027
Final Touches & Landscaping
Completing asphalt paving, sidewalks, and curbs
Landscaping and exterior finishing for a welcoming space
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Mohammed Fawzi
The Islamic Center of Blacksburg (ICB) was more than just a place of worship—it was a home away from home, where the welcoming and friendly community brought people of different cultures together. It fostered a strong sense of belonging through prayers, social activities, and community potlucks, creating lasting friendships and memories.
Karim Yasser
It is a blessing from Allah to be a part of reviving this project. May Allah bless the efforts of everyone in the team and make it a benefit for all Muslims in the area in Shaa’ Allah…
Michael Tomaszewicz
ICB has a special place in my heart. I was moving to the area and was not a Muslim, but very serious about understanding Islam. I contacted the Imam about prayer times and location and when I arrived was welcomed with open arms by the community. I felt no pressure to become a Muslim, but everyone was always there to answer my questions. The ICB community held many events such as potlucks, picnics, Friday night talks with community members, yard sales, meals for purchase after Jumu’ah, Dawah events on VT campus, and local stores, and many other events to keep the community active and engaged. I have made life long friends around the world that I will cherish always. I have really missed the ICB masjid. I am so excited to see the project continuing.
Karim Said
ICB was the cosy masjid that you would go to any time when you are feeling down and not just at prayer times. You would either find a brother lying down resting, or reading quran, or just having fun and making jokes, Egyptian style :). Sometimes with their family and their kids running around bring life to the masjid. Potlucks were so frequent and the community was so generous and active in sharing their homemade food and sweets. One's PhD journey was not short of times of stagnation and disappointment, being away from my home country and family, ICB was the place to go to where you can find people who were just like family.
Yusuf Elnady
I had the pleasure of working with the incredible individuals from the ICB community. Their support and warmth truly make you feel at home. I hope this project reaches a successful conclusion, allowing us to revive the Da'wah activities and restore the impactful initiatives that once benefited everyone.