Record-breaking Fundraising Effort: Fathers' Endowment Campaign amasses AED 3.7 Billion in quickest time yet
The Fathers' Endowment campaign, spearheaded by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, has made significant strides in the realm of philanthropy. Launched on February 21, 2025, the campaign was initially aimed at honouring fathers and providing sustainable healthcare for the less fortunate.
Under the leadership of His Highness, the campaign has played a pivotal role in fostering philanthropy in the UAE. It has been instrumental in improving lives through sustainable development, marking a milestone in the country's dedication to humanitarian causes and sustainable development.
The success of the Fathers' Endowment campaign is evident in its achievements. The campaign has raised AED 3.72 billion, double its original target, thanks to the support of over 277,000 contributors. Major private sector donors were among the contributors, setting a record for the largest individual private sector donation in UAE history. Azizi Developments pledged AED 3 billion to fund a state-of-the-art medical complex in Dubai.
The funds from the Fathers' Endowment campaign will support various projects, including the development of hospitals and research facilities. They will also be used to provide critical medical supplies, aiding in the improvement of healthcare systems in vulnerable communities.
The Fathers' Endowment campaign is part of a broader series of successful humanitarian initiatives led by His Highness. Other key initiatives include the Zayed Humanitarian Legacy Initiative, the International Humanitarian Affairs Council, the UAE International Aid Agency, and the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives Foundation.
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed has expressed gratitude for the support of the Fathers' Endowment campaign and praised the collective commitment to humanitarian causes in the UAE. He has emphasized large-scale aid, strategic institutional frameworks, and innovative humanitarian logistics in his humanitarian initiatives.
One such initiative is Dubai Humanitarian, a global logistics hub that distributed humanitarian aid worth over AED 179.2 million to 81 countries in the first half of 2025. The hub employs an AI-powered Humanitarian Logistics Databank, enhancing the efficiency and sustainability of aid delivery worldwide.
The Fathers' Endowment campaign, under the guidance of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed, continues to make significant strides in the realm of philanthropy. It is a testament to the UAE's commitment to sustainable philanthropy, placing the country as a leading global contributor to humanitarian and development assistance.
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