If you happen to be in the United Arab Emirates this season of Ramadan, consider yourself lucky because the Dubai government is giving away seven million free meals to those in need. Consider yourself lucky because you could either be the beneficiary or a generous donor.
The UAE Food Bank is a non-profit charitable organization committed to distributing surplus food to people in need nationwide and worldwide.
This time, they are taking advantage of the popularity of fast deliveries for their newest United in Giving campaign, aiming to provide millions of meals to the needy in commemoration of the Ramadan celebration.
Celebrating Ramadan isn’t just about fasting and sacrificing, but helping those who are less fortunate, and this is exactly what the Dubai government is doing.
This project was launched under the directive of Sheikha Hind bint Maktoum, the wife of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai.
The UAE Food Bank’s vice chairman of the trustees’ board, Eng Marwan Ahmed bin Ghalita, explained that United in Giving isn’t an on-the-spot project but is deeply rooted in the values of compassion and generosity of the people of this Middle Eastern country.
“It serves as a call to action for individuals, institutions, and philanthropists to contribute to the welfare of millions,” stated bin Ghalita.
This campaign is also aligned with the UAE’s vision to position it as a global leader in humanitarian and charitable efforts, but fostering a culture not only of giving and generosity, but also of social responsibility.
Meal deliveries are being waged on three fronts, with a central section, the Blessing Baskets. Of the seven million meals, over 200,000 will be delivered each day, either as food donations, parcels, or surplus meals.
The UAE Food Bank added that beneficiaries are really lucky since surplus cooked and uncooked food from restaurants, hotels, corporate donors, and individuals will also be gathered and distributed to them.
Several charitable groups, as well as public and private sector partners, are also joining in to ensure the food reaches those who need it and that nobody who doesn’t deserve a slot can benefit instead of the more needy.
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Ramadan is among the most sacred occasions for the Muslims. It is the month believed when the Holy Qur’an was sent down from the skies, from heaven, “as a guidance for men and women, a declaration of direction, and a means of salvation.”
Almost like the Holy Week of the Catholics, Islam’s believers observe a strict fast from dawn until sunset. During daylight hours, they cannot eat or drink, nor drink water. At the end of the day, the fast is broken with prayer and a festive meal known as iftar. After the iftar, the Muslims follow a New Year tradition in Southeast Asian countries when they visit family and friends, which is customary. They also visit the mosque to pray for several hours.