MBRGI spends Dh1.8 billion benefiting 111 million people in 105 countries

The success of the MBRGI during 2023 is attributed to an increase in the number of beneficiaries, which grew by 9 million people compared to 2022, as well as an expansion of its social and aid programs to cover 105 countries, 5 more than last year. . As a result, MBRGI has solidified its leading status as the largest regional network for humanitarian, relief, development and social work.

The announcement of the Year in Review report was preceded by a meeting of the MBRGI Board of Directors at the Dubai Opera, chaired by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and attended by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum; Crown Prince of Dubai and Vice Chairman of the Board of Trustees of MBRGI; Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, First Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance of the United Arab Emirates and Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum; Chairman of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, President and CEO Emirates Airline & Group

The announcement was made during a special ceremony held on Thursday at the Dubai Opera, attended by business leaders, senior officials and philanthropists.

The ceremony showcased MBRGI’s achievements for 2023 and prior years, reported on the progress of this year’s Mothers’ Endowment campaign, and honored its top contributors.

Sheikh Mohammed said that MBRGI has managed to reach 111 million people in 105 countries during 2023, thereby contributing to the beginning of new and inspiring chapters in their lives where hope is a sustainable goal and people have a reason to strive for a better life. . them and their communities.

“Every time we manage to reach someone in need, anywhere in the world, offering them the means and tools to fight poverty, disease or ignorance; We consider this as a great victory for us and for humanity as a whole,” he added.

The vice president noted: “Our initiatives range from relief, education and health to empowering communities, supporting youth and creating hope. Our goal is to help regions get back on their path to progress, while reaching out to disadvantaged people.

“Our journey continues so that our humanitarian projects send a message of solidarity from the United Arab Emirates to the world, carrying with them the values ​​and principles of the Emirati people.”

Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors of MBRGI, said: “Guided by the visions of its leaders and inspired by the nobility and generosity of its people, the UAE will always be a global player. capital for humanitarian work and a role model to generate hope. In the words of His Highness Sheikh Mohammad Bin Rashid; Making hope is the maximum expression of humanity and noble values.

“MBRGI has made a tangible difference to the lives of tens of millions of people around the world in the past year, thanks to the constant review and improvement of its vision, objectives and approach. “It continues to adopt new humanitarian initiatives, expanding the reach and scope of its impact,” he concluded.

Mohammad Al Gergawi, Secretary General of Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives (MBRGI), said: “MBRGI continues to record new achievements in terms of total expenditure and number of beneficiaries worldwide, in line with the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum for investing all resources, expertise and innovative ideas to improve the lives of tens of millions of people, helping them build a better future and further establishing the UAE’s humanitarian role.”

“During 2023, MBRGI managed to reach 111 million people in 105 countries, helped meet their needs and aspirations by scaling up its sustainable projects and increasing spending, which grew by Dh400 million compared to 2022 across its five pillars,” he added. , praising the efforts. of MBRGI staff and more than 160,000 volunteers.

The ceremony included highlights of key MBRGI projects and inspiring stories from grantees around the world, and featured an overview of the Mothers’ Endowment campaign, which aims to honor mothers by establishing a $1,000 endowment fund. million dirhams to sustainably support the education of millions of people around the world.

During the ceremony, Sheikh Mohammed also awarded the “Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Medal for Philanthropy” to major contributors to humanitarian efforts and charity campaigns, in recognition of their generosity, including their significant contributions to the Mothers’ Endowment campaign. Among the personalities honored with this medal are PN C Menon, founder and chairman of Sobha Realty; Naresh Bhawnani, Founder and Chairman, West Zone Group; Mirwais Azizi, Founder and Chairman of Azizi Developments and Abdul Rahim Mohammed Belghozooz Al Zarooni, Founder and Chairman of Al Zarooni Group of Companies.

Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum also honored a group of key contributors and partners to the Mothers’ Endowment campaign, including: Staff Pilot General Faris Khalaf Al Mazrouei, Commander-in-Chief of Abu Dhabi Police; Mattar Al Tayer, Director General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA); Dr. Mahdi Al Fardan, Vice President of the Alfardan Group; Saeed Al Tayer, Director General and CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA); Abdullah Al Basti, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Humanitarian and Charitable Establishment (MBRHC); Lieutenant General Dhahi Khalfan Tamim, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Saeed Ahmed Lootah Charitable Foundation; Yahya Saeed Lootah, vice-chairman of the board of directors of the Saeed Ahmed Lootah Charitable Foundation; Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, Chairman and CEO of DP World; Huda Al Rostamani Member of the board of directors and director of the AW Rostamani Group; Rizwan Sajan, founder and chairman of Danube Group; Siddharth Balachandran, Executive Chairman and CEO of Buimerc Corporation; Atif Rahman, founder and president of ORO24 Real Estate Developments; Gheyath Mohammad Gheyath, Founder and Chairman of GINCO Group; Mohamed Ali Al Ansari, Chairman of Al Ansari Exchange, Dr. Abdulkader Sankari, Founder of Abdulkader Al Sankari and Sons Group, Renuka Jagtiani, Chairman of Landmark Group; Farid Al Mulla; CEO of Emirates Islamic Bank; Yasser Sharaf, vice president of the Sharaf Group; Dr. Mohammed Suhail, CEO and CEO of Dar Al Ber Society; Fahad Al Hassawi, CEO of Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (du); Masood Sharif, CEO, etisalat by e &; Jawaan Awaidha Suhail Awaidha Al Khaili, Chairman of Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank; Obaid Maimani, vice president of Al Waseef Group; Hazem Al Hamed, CEO of Al Saqer Property Management and Abdullah Al Mannai, Chairman and CEO of Emirates Auction.

The annual review report of the MBRGI reflects the humanitarian, development and social feats achieved by a series of initiatives, programs and institutions operating under the MBRGI during 2023, which helped alleviate the suffering of vulnerable groups and achieve comprehensive change and sustainable that aligns with the mission of the MBRGI. to create hope and shape the future of a safer and more stable world.

In 2023, MBRGI has driven operational efficiency and resource optimization, increasing the number of beneficiaries to 111 million people and its expenditure to Dh1.8 billion compared to Dh1.4 billion in 2022. Its projects attracted 160,547 volunteers who They joined its 1,028 employees. compared to 150,266 volunteers in 2022.

To inspire and encourage active participation in humanitarian and charity work, MBRGI presented awards and prizes worth a total of AED 25.1 million during 2023, compared to Dh18.4 million in 2022.