Show them you care
Introduce yourself to your neighbors if you haven’t already. Whether they’re Muslim or not, ask how they’re doing as they’re walking to check the mail or playing outside with their kids.
Send a card
Everyone likes getting cards instead of bills in the mail. You can make Ramadan greeting cards and write something simple along the lines of, “Happy Ramadan from our family to yours”, or be elaborate and write a few lines about why Ramadan is special for you and your family.
Share your Iftar
Make some extra Iftar appetizers one day and bring them over to your neighbors. If you want to be creative, make a small colorful package using a paper container and add dates, chocolates, candies, along with the appetizers. Be sure to label each food item and as a courtesy, list the ingredients in case they have any food allergies, or ask them in person.
Show you are a better human being in Ramadan.
Overall, just show your neighbors that Ramadan makes you a better human being. Sometimes we might hear sarcastic remarks about Islam and terrorism, women in Hijab, or other sensitive topics, so responding with a simple smile and calm demeanor can break the strongest barriers of ignorance.
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