Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, is a time of spiritual reflection, fasting, prayer, and charity. During this precious time, Keluarga Linguistik Universitas Gadjah Mada (Kalingga), under the division of community social action, initiated Kalingga Berbagi, or charity events held concurrently on March 15, 2025, and March 19, 2025.
“After an extensive preparation of place research, concept, and funding, Kalingga managed to held its charity in the first round of 2025,” Asma Haniza said. As form of gratitude, the first charity was conducted by breaking the fast with children who had memorized the Quran and underprivileged orphans in Pondok Pesantren Tahfidzhul Qur’an Ar-Ridho, Bantul. All members of the community social action division and members of other divisions in Kalingga attended the event.
In addition to breaking the fast together, these children were also asked to make a ‘river of life,’ a drawing of river representing a journey, life’s flow, and future dreams. Each child was also asked to present their drawings, evoking interactive discussion and bonding between Kalingga and the children from Pondok Pesantren Tahfidzhul Qur’an Ar-Ridho, Bantul.
The second charity event was held four days after, on March 19, 2025. The charity included sharing iftar packages for those in needs and a small community in Sleman, particularly in Jalan Teknik Utara (in front of PAU UGM), Jalan Kaliurang KM 5,7 (near Kentungan traffic lights), Jalan Agro, Karang Gayam (around Gor Klebengan), and Jalan Gejayan. Before the charity, all Kalingga divisions contribute to prepare the logistics so that the event can be held smoothly. The distribution of iftar packages started in Ngabuburit time around 16.00-17.30 WIB.
Kalingga’s person in charge in this event, Sitti Aglitasia, suggested that this charity was Kalingga’s manifestation of care toward the underprivileged community. The head of community social action, Desy Anggraini, also added that this event enhances empathy among Kalingga members and bridging the gap between Kalingga and those in needs, evoking a sense of togetherness.
