About Islamic Center the Islamic Center was officially opened in June of 1957. From its inception, it had set its goals of promoting a better understanding of Islam in the United States. It is an institution that stands ready to help anyone who may reveal a desire to embrace Islam and serves as a source of guidance for Muslims. It provides Qur'an and Islamic Literature and distribution of such publications that would create awareness and knowledge of Islamic Truth. It provides help to the needy by extending assistance ( zakat ) especially to families in distress. Other activities of the Islamic Center include: