Peran Badan Amil Zakat Nasional (BAZNAS) dalam Meningkatkan Pembangunan Sosial Ekonomi (Studi Kasus Baznas Kabupaten Gresik)

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the role of the National Amil Zakat Agency (BAZNAS) of Gresik Regency in enhancing social and economic development within the community. The background of this research is based on the fact that Gresik, although recognized as an industrial area, still faces serious challenges such as poverty, inequality, and limited access to basic services. Zakat, as an instrument of Islamic economics, is believed to provide a strategic solution in reducing socio-economic disparities. This research employs a qualitative approach using a case study method through interviews, observations, and documentation. The findings reveal that BAZNAS Gresik plays a significant role through its flagship programs, namely Gresik makmur for economic empowerment, Gresik cerdas for educational scholarships, Gresik sehat for health services, as well as Gresik Taqwa and Gresik peduli for religious and social emergency responses. The concrete impacts of these programs can be seen in improved access to education, better health services, increased social solidarity, and higher income levels of mustahik, which also foster the emergence of new micro-enterprises. Nevertheless, the study also identifies internal challenges, such as limited human resources, weak digitalization, and suboptimal program monitoring, as well as external challenges, including low participation of muzakki, limited inter-institutional synergy, and inconsistent mustahik data. Therefore, this study emphasizes that optimizing the role of BAZNAS is essential to strengthen sustainable social and economic development in the region 

Keywords: Zakat management, social economic development, BAZNAS Gresik