Masjid As-Salam is held in trust by the North American Islamic Trust (NAIT), a national waqf (Islamic trust) organization founded in 1973 to safeguard Islamic centers and schools across the United States. As a waqf holder, NAIT ensures the continued operation and preservation of Masjid As-Salam, protecting it from potential legal liabilities or challenges that may arise over time. This structure ensures that regardless of changes in local leadership, the Masjid remains a perpetual place of worship and service to the Muslim community

With this arrangement, the local community maintains full control over daily operations and programs while NAIT upholds the property’s religious purpose and provides a stable foundation for the Masjid’s future. This partnership also benefits Masjid As-Salam through resources for property management, interest-free financing for expansion, and advocacy in maintaining tax exemptions. Through NAIT’s stewardship, Masjid As-Salam is equipped to serve both present and future generations.

The North American Islamic Trust (NAIT) is a waqf, the historical Islamic equivalent of an American trust or endowment, serving Muslims in the United States and their institutions. NAIT facilitates the realization of American Muslims’ desire for a virtuous and happy life in a Shari’ah-compliant way. NAIT is a not-for-profit entity that qualifies as a tax-exempt organization under Section 501(c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code. NAIT was established in 1973 in Indiana by the Muslim Students Association of U.S. and Canada (MSA), the predecessor of the Islamic Society of North America (ISNA). NAIT supports and provides services to ISNA, MSA, their affiliates, and other Islamic centers and institutions.