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3/15/24, 11:11 AM Ramadan 2024: 5mln meals to be distributed during holy month
Over 5,000 volunteers will participate in supporting the bank’s initiatives throughout the
month of Ramadan. Also, the bank will sign five partnership agreements aimed at

strengthening its efforts in efficiently managing surplus food and minimising waste in

cooperation with the private sector.

“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 engage in gathering and distributing financial and
food donations to beneficiaries," Dawoud Al Hajri, Deputy Chairman of the Board of

Trustees of the UAE Food Bank, said.

"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,” he added.

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, aiming to create a positive

environmental impact in all campaigns and initiatives. These efforts also contribute to the

broader objectives of reducing carbon emissions and achieving a 30 per cent reduction in
food waste by 2027.

‘YOUR IFTAR IS ON US’ INITIATIVE

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, generously donated by more than 50 organisations. The
campaign will be organised by seven entities, with the participation of several volunteers

collaborating to ensure its successful implementation.

DONATE A FOOD PARCEL INITIATIVE

The goal of ‘Donate a Food Parcel’ initiative is to gather contributions in the form of food
parcels through the purchase of vouchers redeemable at local retail stores. These food

parcels are projected to supply up to 1.5 million meals, aligning with the UAE Food Bank’s
commitment to ensuring families have sufficient access to food and actively participate in

the fight against hunger.

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