UPDATE: January 28th, 2026

We pray that this message finds you in the best state of health and iman, insha’Allah.

Following a comprehensive review process, the MCA Board of Trustees is pleased to announce the selection of iJava Cafe as our new cafeteria vendor!

We extend our sincere gratitude to the Vendor Selection Committee for their rigorous and structured assessment of all prospective partners. This decision was made with careful consideration to ensure it aligns with the long-term interests and values of the MCA community.

What Comes Next

As we prepare for operations, iJava will proceed with planned upgrades and renovations to the cafeteria space. We are targeting to have the facility fully operational before Ramadan insha’Allah.

We appreciate your continued patience and cooperation during this transition and will share further updates as we reach key milestones.

We place our trust in Allah (SWT) and make du‘a that this partnership will be a source of barakah and benefit for our community. May Allah (SWT) accept our efforts and place blessing in this new chapter.

Respectfully,
MCA Board of Trustees

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UPDATE: January 19th, 2026

With trust in Allah and thoughtful consideration, the MCA Board of Trustees has identified a new cafeteria vendor. At this time, the contract is under review as we work carefully through the remaining details to ensure the partnership aligns with our values and serves the best interests of our community.

More information will be shared as this process continues. We appreciate your patience, understanding, and continued duahs as we work through this matter together.

Thank you for your ongoing support and trust in MCA.

JazakAllah Khair,
MCA Board of Trustees

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UPDATE: October 27, 2025

Dear MCA Members,

السَّلاَمُ عَلَيْكُمْ وَرَحْمَةُ اللهِ وَبَرَكَاتُهُ

Assalamu Alaikum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuh,

We pray that this message finds you in the best state of health and iman, insha’Allah.

On behalf of the Board of Trustees (BoT), we are writing to provide a strategic update regarding our Community Cafeteria Project.

The Board remains fully committed to enhancing our facilities and creating a vibrant hub that serves our members and strengthens our sense of community. The cafeteria continues to be a key component of that vision.

Following diligent efforts by the vendor selection committee, the Board entered into detailed negotiations with a shortlisted candidate. After a thorough due diligence process, we were unfortunately unable to reach mutually agreeable terms. Despite good-faith discussions, alignment on several critical lease and operational provisions—deemed non-negotiable for the long-term financial and strategic health of the Muslim Community Association—could not be achieved.

In keeping with our responsibility to safeguard MCA’s assets and ensure the sustainability of our operations, the Board of Trustees has determined that proceeding without full alignment would not be in the best interest of our community.

Accordingly, we have made the strategic decision to conclude the current process and will be re-opening the vendor selection. Here are our next steps:

• Re-initiating the Selection Process: The Board will formally re-launch the search for a cafeteria partner who shares our vision and can operate within a sustainable, mission-aligned framework.

• Forming a New Committee: A new vendor selection committee will be established to manage this refreshed process, as outlined in our Constitution.

• Interim Cafeteria and Seating Options: While this process is underway, the Board of Trustees (BoT) will work with Facilities to ensure alternative food and seating options are available during key times, such as Jummah prayers.

We are confident that this careful and deliberate approach will lead us to the right long-term partner for our community. The Board sincerely appreciates your patience, trust, and continued support as we work toward the responsible growth of MCA’s facilities and services.

Please stay tuned for the upcoming Request for Proposal (RFP) details and timeline, which will be shared through our newsletters and official social media channels.

Since our cafeteria is currently unavailable, we’re excited to announce the MCA has partnered with food trucks starting this Friday after both Jummah prayers in the 3.0 parking lot (Alfred St. side). Stop by and support local halal vendors!

JazakAllah Khair,
MCA Board of Trustees