DUBAI: In a major push to improve the lives of underprivileged children, the Emirates Airline Foundation has announced it will match every donation made—regardless of currency—up to a total of US$10,000. This initiative effectively doubles the impact of every contribution, helping children in need across the globe. The foundation, which already supports 13 community organisations […]
RABAT: The Kalimat Foundation extended its humanitarian outreach to Morocco in 2024, gifting 600 books to children across multiple cities as part of its global effort to promote literacy in underserved communities. Timed with the 30th Rabat International Publishing and Book Fair, the Foundation’s visit was headlined by its flagship “Pledge a Library” initiative. This […]
PARIS: The global aid decline in 2024 marked a turning point after five consecutive years of growth, according to new figures from the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD). International aid from official donors fell by 7.1% in real terms compared to 2023, totalling USD 212.1 billion. This dip was mainly due to reduced […]
Jordan: His Highness Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Humanitarian Envoy of The Big Heart Foundation, emphasised that responding to the escalating humanitarian crisis facing Palestinians—particularly in the Gaza Strip—requires a united mobilisation of resources to implement sustainable development projects. These must target sectors such as healthcare, education, […]
DUBAI: The Fathers’ Endowment campaign has shattered expectations, raising AED 3.72 billion—double its target—in less than a month. With over 277,000 contributors, this initiative, launched on February 21 by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, is a landmark effort to honour fathers while funding sustainable healthcare for the less fortunate. His Highness celebrated […]
DUBAI: In a heartwarming move ahead of Eid Al-Fitr, Dubai Rental Disputes Center, with help from the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Humanitarian & Charity Est., has freed 86 inmates who were jailed over unpaid rent. More than AED 6.8 million in outstanding claims were settled, giving these individuals a fresh start and easing the […]
ABU DHABI: The UAE Food Bank, in collaboration with the National Food Loss and Waste Initiative (Ne’ma), is set to distribute one million meals from surplus food to those in need this Ramadan. The initiative aims to curb food waste while promoting sustainability and social responsibility. Now in its third consecutive year, the programme is […]
Dubai: With an AED 5 million contribution, Dr. Shamsheer Vayalil, Founder and Chairman of Burjeel Holdings joined a growing list of contributors to the Fathers’ Endowment campaign, launched by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. The campaign honours fathers in the […]
Over 100 Aster Volunteers to Deliver an Average of 5,000 Food Boxes Daily Across Five Locations in Dubai During Rush Hour Traffic in Ramadan, with Some Days Reaching Up to 6,000. Dubai: Aster DM Healthcare, a leading integrated healthcare provider in the GCC, is once again proud to announce its collaboration with Dubai Police to […]
DUBAI: The Most Noble Number charity auction, hosted this evening in Dubai, has raised AED83,677,000, all of which will be invested to help support the objectives of the Fathers’ Endowment campaign. Coinciding with Ramadan, the campaign was launched by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, […]
Landmark Leisure, in association with Emirates Red Crescent and Islamic Affairs & Charitable Activities Department, announces the 2025 edition of its annual ‘Share a Toy’ initiative. Dubai, UAE: Landmark Group’s entertainment division, Landmark Leisure, and its flagship brand, Fun City, in collaboration with Emirates Red Crescent and the Islamic Affairs & Charitable Activities Department (IACAD), […]
