In Islamic jurisprudence, Kaffarah (all types of Kaffareh) is a form of expiation or penalty that is paid by a person who has violated certain religious obligations, such as breaking a fast during the month of Ramadan or violating an oath or vow.
Unlike Zakat and voluntary acts of worship, Kaffarah is not considered a form of charity or obligation that can be spent in specific ways. Instead, the payment of Kaffarah is primarily intended as a means of seeking divine forgiveness and expiation of the sin committed.
Therefore, there are no specific guidelines in Islamic jurisprudence on how Kaffarah should be spent. However, it is generally recommended that Kaffarah be given to those in need, such as the poor and needy, as a way of seeking divine forgiveness and blessings.
Some Islamic scholars also suggest that Kaffarah can be given to support religious causes or institutions, such as mosques, schools, or charitable organizations that help the poor and needy. However, this is not a requirement, and the decision on how to distribute Kaffarah is ultimately up to the person who is paying it.
