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Over 5,000 volunteers will support the bank's initiatives throughout Ramadan.
The bank will also sign five partnership agreements to strengthen its efforts in
efficiently managing surplus food and minimising waste in cooperation with the
private sector.

Dawoud Al Hajri, Deputy Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the UAE Food
Bank, underscored the significance of the bank's initiatives during the holy month
of Ramadan, highlighting the bank's role as a comprehensive humanitarian
system and a pioneering global institution that prioritises the value of food

provision.

Al Hajri added, "With these initiatives, our objective is to promote responsible
food management and reduce food waste. We further aspire to cultivate a sense

of social responsibility, encourage volunteerism, and actively gather and
distribute financial and food donations to beneficiaries. Our efforts are aimed at
instilling values of compassion, generosity, and solidarity within the community,
ensuring the efficient distribution of surplus food to the widest possible segment
during the holy month of Ramadan."

Al Hajri emphasised the bank's goal to divert 975 tons of food waste, away from
landfills during Ramadan, equivalent to planting 102,135 trees annually. This
commitment aligns with the bank's dedication to environmental sustainability, and
contribute to the broader objectives of reducing carbon emissions and achieving
a 30 percent reduction in food waste by 2027.

Within the framework of 'Your Iftar is on Us' initiative, the UAE Food Bank is set
to gather meals for distribution to beneficiaries both within and outside the UAE.
This initiative aims to provide 350,000 meals, donated by more than 50
organisations. The campaign will be organised by seven entities, with the

participation of several volunteers.

The 'Donate a Food Parcel' initiative aims to gather contributions in the form of
food parcels by purchasing vouchers redeemable at local retail stores. These
food parcels are projected to supply up to 1.5 million meals.

The UAE Food Bank is also organising an initiative focused on providing iftar
meals to over 2,000 workers in Dubai. The primary goal of this initiative is to
foster community solidarity and acknowledge the invaluable contributions of

workers.

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