In an extraordinary display of community solidarity, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, announced the resounding success of the Fathers’ Endowment campaign.
Launched on February 21, 2025, with a goal to honor fathers and provide sustainable healthcare for the less fortunate, the initiative has raised a staggering AED 3.72 billion in less than a month—double its original target.
The campaign, which aims to establish a sustainable endowment fund to enhance healthcare services for underserved communities, received overwhelming support from over 277,000 contributors, including major private sector donors. A standout contribution came from Azizi Developments, which pledged AED 3 billion to fund a state-of-the-art medical complex in Dubai, setting a record for the largest individual private sector donation in UAE history.
The funds will support various projects, including the development of hospitals and research facilities, as well as the provision of critical medical supplies. Furthermore, the campaign was bolstered by key events such as the Most Noble Number charity auctions in Abu Dhabi and Dubai, raising a total of AED 167.4 million.
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed expressed gratitude for the generous support, praising the UAE’s collective commitment to humanitarian causes and sustainable development.
“This campaign embodies the values of giving, solidarity, and unity,” he said. “It is a testament to the UAE’s leadership and its people’s unwavering spirit of generosity.”
The Fathers’ Endowment campaign, part of a broader series of successful humanitarian initiatives led by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed, underscores the UAE's pivotal role in fostering sustainable philanthropy and improving lives both locally and globally.
News Source: Dubai Media Office
