Farvardegan (Muktad) Days (S)

The 2026 Shahenshahi Farvardegan (Muktad) days will be observed in person at the Mehraban Guiv Darb e Meher (MGDM) from Monday, August 10 to Friday, August 15, 2026.

During these auspicious days, we honour the Fravashis of our dearly departed through prayers, reflection, and acts of generosity. These blessed days bring our community together in remembrance, fellowship, and service.

Prayers Schedule

August 10^th – 14^th, 2026

Tuesday, August 11, 2026

 4:00 pm - Hamaspathmaidyem Gahambar (S)

Saturday, August 15, 2026

4:45 am - Afringan (Patli Raat Prayers)

6:30 pm - Navroze Jashan & Dinner (S)

*Meals: Lunch follows the 11:45 am Satum and Dinner follows the 7:00 pm Satum

Include Names of Deceased Loved Ones

To include names in the Muktad prayers, please complete the Muktad Prayers Form and submit it by Friday, August 3, 2026.

Farvardegan Online Form

Farvardegan Paper Form

Note:

• Priests will recite four names per form
• Names from previous years will not be carried forward automatically

Sponsorship & Donation Opportunities

Your support helps ensure that these sacred days are observed with dignity and devotion.

Meal Sponsorships:

Lunch:$500

Dinner: $1,000 (All meal sponsorship for the five days have already been generously fulfilled — thank you to our sponsors!)

Sponsors will be acknowledged unless anonymity is preferred.

Donations Welcome:

• Flowers, fruits, and ceremonial items (Sandalwood, Loban, etc.)
• Sandalwood (bring your own if possible)
• Prayer supplies and general Muktad expenses
• Traditional food items (Malido, papri, ravo, mithai, etc.)

Ways to Donate:

• Cash - Drop off in ZSO safety deposit box
• Cheque - Complete the Manual Donation Form
• e-Transfer - Send to [email protected] with the message "Muktad Donation"
• Online - Click Donate and select "Muktad Fund"
• Order Candle & Sandalwood Package

Volunteer Opportunities

MGDM Clean‑Up Day - Sunday, August 9, 10 am - 2 pm:

Light refreshments and lunch provided. Register online or contact Khushru Chothia at (416) 677‑7555.

High School Volunteer Hours:

Students can earn hours while helping during Farvardegan days. Contact Tahsheen Daruwala at (647) 708-9860.

We welcome help with:

• Meal service
• Setup and cleanup
• Event support

These sacred Farvardegan Days remind us to honour our loved ones through prayer, remembrance, and generosity. Your participation, whether through sponsorship, donations, or volunteering, strengthens our community and preserves our cherished traditions.

“May the remembrance of our loved ones inspire us to serve our community with kindness and devotion.”