Is it permissible to channel non-Shariah-compliant revenue, including gambling and liquor licence income, to Islamic charitable bodies, and what conditions apply to Muslim officers who manage it?

Summary

Using non-Shariah-compliant revenue such as gambling and liquor licence income for Islamic charitable bodies is permitted, following the majority of scholars. The funds may be given to the poor and used for the public benefit of Muslims, such as building public facilities. Some scholars who take a cautious approach hold that such money should not be taken at all and should be disposed of, but the fatwa adopts the majority view. This position does not endorse or encourage vices like gambling and liquor, and efforts to curb them must continue.

Written in our own words from the original fatwa — check the source before acting on it.