In the name of Allah, the All-Merciful, the Mercy-Giving

All praise is due to Allah. Peace and blessings be upon Prophet Muhammad.

 

Lying is basically prohibited and not allowed in your case. But you can avoid lying and use general words that are open to various interpretation. For example, you can simply say to people that you collect zakah for “someone you know” who needs it.

 

Allah Almighty knows best.