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Bank's mission to manage surplus food, reduce waste, and uphold the principles of

philanthropy, social responsibility, and humanitarian work in the UAE.

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Bin Yaroof said: "Our collaboration with private sector partners reflects the eagerness of

various segments, groups, and sectors within society to participate in charitable and

humanitarian efforts. This collaboration supports the promotion of community

responsibility and encouragement of volunteerism, reflecting the values of goodness,

generosity, compassion, solidarity, and brotherhood during the holy month of Ramadan."

Ibrahim Ali Khadem, Program Manager, stated that the program's first phase was

launched in Hatta region over three days, during which more than 8,700 meals were

distributed. He subsequently proceeded to highlight the second and third phases, held at

Za'beel Park in Dubai, which surpassed the distribution of 12,000 breakfast meals and

Suhoor. These events were held amid a spirit of community cooperation and familiarity,

with the participation of citizens and resident chefs.

The program was sponsored by a group of private food institutions and companies,

dedicated to supplying all necessary materials and equipment for kitchen setups. This

support was instrumental in ensuring the program's success and achieving its key

objectives.

During the holy month of Ramadan, UAE Food Bank's initiatives are aimed at providing
166,666 meals daily to beneficiaries through various initiatives and sub-campaigns.

These include the 'Your Iftar is on Us' campaign, the 'No for Wasting Food' initiative,

'Cook of Thousand Meals,' 'Food Parcel,' the 'Iftar with the Workers' initiatives, along

with 25 awareness programs.

Additionally, the Bank's initiatives and campaigns will receive support of over 350

strategic partners from food establishments, hotels, and companies. (ANI/WAM)

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