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Arab News
07-03-2025
- Politics
- Arab News
King Salman, crown prince donate $19m as Ehsan's 5th national charity campaign launched
JEDDAH: King Salman bin Abdulaziz and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman donated SR70 million ($19 million) to the National Campaign for Charitable Work via the Ehsan platform in its fifth edition on Friday. King Salman on Friday approved the launch of the 5th National Campaign for Charitable Work, via the Ehsan platform, with donations continuing throughout Ramadan to enhance charitable giving and maximize its impact, reported the Saudi Press Agency. As an extension of the leadership's support for charitable work in the Kingdom, King Salman made a donation of SR40 million and the crown prince donated SR30 million. SPA reported that the campaign aims to provide opportunities for all citizens and residents to participate in charitable acts and strengthen community solidarity during Ramadan. Majid Al-Kassabi, chairman of the Ehsan platform's supervisory committee, expressed his gratitude to King Salman and the crown prince for their unwavering support of the platform since its inception under a royal decree in 2021. 'The 5th National Campaign for Charitable Work follows the remarkable success of previous editions,' said Al-Kassabi. The 2024 campaign attracted more than SR1.8 billion in donations through 15 million transactions, demonstrating the Kingdom's leadership in charitable work and sustainable development. Donors can digitally contribute to various charitable and development fields throughout the campaign. Additionally, donations can be made toward the Ehsan Endowment Fund. All transactions are securely processed through the Ehsan app, or by calling the unified number 8001247000.
Asharq Al-Awsat
07-03-2025
- Politics
- Asharq Al-Awsat
Saudi King Approves Launch of 5th National Charity Campaign via Ehsan Platform
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud approved the launch of the 5th National Campaign for Charitable Work on Friday via the National Platform for Charitable Work (Ehsan), with donations continuing throughout Ramadan until the month's end to enhance charitable giving and maximize its impact. This campaign reflects the ongoing commitment of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques and Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, to supporting charitable work. It aims to provide opportunities for all citizens and residents to participate in charitable acts and strengthen community solidarity during the holy month of Ramadan, a time when good deeds are multiplied. Chairman of the Ehsan Platform's Supervisory Committee Majid Al-Kassabi expressed his gratitude to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques and the Crown Prince for their unwavering support. He said that the 5th National Campaign for Charitable Work follows the remarkable success of previous editions. The most recent campaign in 2024 saw donations exceeding SAR1.8 billion through 15 million transactions, demonstrating the Kingdom's leadership in charitable work and sustainable development. He added that the third edition saw donations surpassing SAR760 million, while the first and second editions garnered over SAR750 million and more than SAR800 million, respectively, reflecting the principles of generosity and community unity. Donors can digitally contribute to various charitable and development fields throughout the campaign. Additionally, donations can be made toward the Ehsan Endowment Fund. All transactions are securely processed through the Ehsan app, the website, or by calling the unified number: 8001247000. Established by the Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) under a Royal decree, the Ehsan platform is overseen by a supervisory committee comprised of 13 government agencies. This robust governance structure supports national efforts to digitally empower the charity sector and reinforces the Kingdom's position as a leader in charitable giving. Since its launch, the platform has received over SAR 9billion in donations, benefiting more than 4.8 million individuals from various eligible groups.
