The Fathers’ Endowment campaign has achieved remarkable success, raising over AED3.72 billion ($1 billion) this Ramadan—more than double its original target in less than a month.
A Tribute to Fathers and a Commitment to Healthcare
Launched on February 21, 2025, by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, the initiative was created to honor fathers in the UAE while establishing a sustainable endowment fund. The proceeds will support healthcare and medical treatment for those in need, ensuring long-term community welfare.
“As Ramadan concludes in the Year of Community, our society has shown exceptional unity and generosity, reinforcing the values of compassion and giving. The overwhelming success of the Fathers’ Endowment campaign highlights the UAE’s unwavering commitment to philanthropy and social solidarity,” said Sheikh Mohammed.
Unprecedented Private Sector Support
The campaign witnessed significant contributions from individuals, businesses, and institutions, with a record-breaking AED3 billion donation from Azizi Developments. This marks the largest private sector contribution in UAE history and will fund the construction of a state-of-the-art humanitarian medical complex in Dubai, which will include a hospital, a research center, and a medical training facility—enhancing the country’s healthcare infrastructure.
Charity Auctions Propel Fundraising Efforts
Supporting the campaign’s success were the Most Noble Number charity auctions, held in Abu Dhabi and Dubai, raising a total of AED167.4 million. The Dubai auction alone generated AED83.78 million, while an online auction organized by the Integrated Transport Center secured an additional AED83.78 million from 444 special license plate numbers.
Endowment as a Development Tool
Building on the UAE’s tradition of humanitarian initiatives, the Fathers’ Endowment campaign aims to instill a culture of sustainable philanthropy. By integrating endowment funding into development efforts, the campaign promotes values of gratitude, generosity, and social responsibility while reinforcing the UAE’s leading role in global humanitarian efforts.
Expressing gratitude to all contributors, Sheikh Mohammed emphasized that such initiatives cement the UAE’s reputation as a pioneer in human empowerment and social progress. “The Fathers’ Endowment reflects our nation’s commitment to addressing humanitarian challenges with sustainability at the core of impactful philanthropy,” he added.
A Legacy of Giving
The campaign operates under the umbrella of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives (MBRGI), the region’s largest humanitarian organization. It continues the legacy of previous Ramadan campaigns that have transformed countless lives through sustainable development and community-driven philanthropy.
With this latest success, the UAE strengthens its mission of fostering unity, compassion, and progress, ensuring a better future for all.
