Latest news with #ArabHopeMakers
Arabian Business
24-02-2025
- Business
- Arabian Business
Dubai's Azizi Developments pledges $817mn for new hospital following founder's loss
A landmark AED 3 billion ($816.7 million) contribution to the Fathers' Endowment campaign has been announced by Azizi Developments, marking the UAE's largest private sector donation in history. The pledge was made in the presence of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. In the presence of Mohammed bin Rashid, Azizi Developments commits AED3 billion in support of the Fathers' Endowment campaign. The contribution will go towards developing a humanitarian medical complex comprising a hospital, a research centre, and a medical training facility… — Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) February 23, 2025 The agreement was formalised during the closing ceremony of the 5 th Arab Hope Makers initiative in Dubai, where Mohammad bin Abdullah Al Gergawi, Minister of Cabinet Affairs and Secretary General of Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives (MBRGI); and Mirwais Azizi, Founder and Chairman of Azizi Developments, signed the commitment. Dubai property giant commits AED 3 billion to Father's Endowment Campaign 'One of my daughters tragically suffered from an incurable disease, and through this project, we hope to alleviate the suffering of countless others facing similar financial burdens,' Mirwais Azizi revealed. The contribution serves as the inaugural pledge for the Fathers' Endowment campaign, which aims to establish a sustainable AED 1 billion endowment fund. The initiative, launched during Ramadan, focuses on providing healthcare access for underprivileged communities and promotes the values of honouring parents, compassion, and social solidarity. The funds will be directed towards constructing a humanitarian medical complex built to international standards, comprising a hospital, research centre, and medical training facility. This development is expected to strengthen the UAE's position in both the healthcare sector and philanthropic work. 'The vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, as well as the continuous Ramadan initiatives, foster a unique global humanitarian ecosystem within the UAE, driving substantial philanthropic engagement from major contributors, institutions, and individuals,' Mohammad bin Abdullah Al Gergawi said, according to a statement by the Dubai Media Office (DMO). 'This contribution is a tribute to fathers and a reflection of Azizi Developments' commitment to supporting the UAE's charitable and humanitarian initiatives, particularly during Ramadan. We are dedicated to social responsibility and fostering a culture of giving within the UAE, aligning with the vision of our nation's leadership and the mission of MBRGI,' Azizi added. The announcement follows Azizi Developments' previous contribution of AED 600 million in March 2024, which was directed towards establishing an educational endowment complex in Dubai. This earlier donation was part of the Mothers' Endowment campaign, launched by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid during the previous Ramadan, which sought to create an AED 1 billion endowment fund to support global education initiatives. The educational complex, representing one of the UAE's largest charitable contributions, will generate revenue to support students in pursuing their education and acquiring skills necessary for the evolving job market. The Fathers' Endowment campaign, operating under the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives, aims to advance the concept of charitable endowments while strengthening the UAE's position in humanitarian work. The initiative encourages donations in the name of fathers, combining cultural values with practical healthcare solutions for communities in need.
The National
23-02-2025
- Entertainment
- The National
Sheikh Mohammed awards prizes to Arab Hope Makers 2025
The winners of the 2025 Arab Hope Makers award were announced at Dubai's Coca-Cola Arena on Sunday evening. Samar Nadeem, Ahmed Zainoun and Khadija Al Qarti will receive Dh1 million each in recognition of their humanitarian work. The award was established by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, to honour people in the Arab world who dedicate their lives to humanitarian work. Ms Nadeem, also known as Egypt's rose, provides a safe haven for abandoned and neglected elderly mothers. She offers them shelter and picks them up from the streets after they have been abandoned by their families. 'I always tell my kids, if I grow old and wear a nappy, don't leave me. It's only a matter of days before I go to God,' she said. 'I hope that anyone who has a parent on the street will take them in before I do. It doesn't mean that just because your parents are sick, you should abandon them. They are heaven on earth.' Mr Zainoun cares for Children of the Moon, who suffer from a rare disease where exposure to sunlight causes extreme damage. 'I never imagined that people lived in the dark. A child dies without anyone hearing a voice,' said Mr Zainoun, from Morocco. Mr Zainoun provides everything for them, including masks with a heat-protective layer, making it his mission to bring them out into the sun. Ms Al Qarti, also from Morocco, lost her husband to cancer, which inspired her to help people in any way she could. She opened her home to cancer patients, sheltering more than 120 women at a time. Over 15 years, her house became a haven for 60,000 women suffering from cancer – many despondent, and one suicidal. She took in 30 patients per day, providing them with food, drink, and a place to sleep for free. 'I have one door. God has many doors,' she said. Arab Hope Makers was established in 2017 by Sheikh Mohammed. It attracted more than 300,000 nominations during its first four events. The award was launched to celebrate people engaged in projects that improve and uplift society. Sheikh Mohammed said the fifth Hope Makers received more than 26,000 stories from young men and women. "Hope is the bridge that connects the reality we live in and the future we desire. We must contribute to building bridges for millions of young people so that they are not overcome by despair and hopelessness," said Sheikh Mohammed earlier this month. In December, the Dubai Ruler encouraged people to nominate themselves or others on the Arab Hope Makers website. At the end of last year, Mohammed Al Gergawi, Minister of Cabinet Affairs and Secretary General of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives, spoke of the importance of the award in showing charitable endeavours all over the region. "This initiative is a realistic call to combat despair and negativity by focusing on the positive within our Arab communities," Mr Al Gergawi said.
Dubai Eye
08-02-2025
- Business
- Dubai Eye
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed to honour Arab Hope Makers
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and the Ruler of Dubai will meet with a group of young humanitarians at a ceremony on February 23, as part of the Arab Hope Makers initiative. Over 26,000 youngsters have submitted entries for the fifth edition of the programme, which brings together people who have made impactful differences to their communities. Sheikh Mohammed said on platform X: "That the industry of hope is the industry of life… Hope is the bridge that connects the reality we live in and the future we desire. We must contribute to building bridges for millions of young people so that they are not overcome by despair and hopelessness. Because belief in hope is belief in life itself. #علمتني_الحياة بأن صناعة الأمل هي صناعة للحياة… الأمل هو الجسر الذي يربط بين الواقع الذي نعيشه .. والمستقبل الذي نتمناه .. ولا بد أن نساهم في بناء جسور لملايين الشباب حتى لا يسيطر عليهم اليأس والقنوط .. لأن الإيمان بالأمل هو إيمان بالحياة ذاتها .. أطلقنا صناع الأمل في… — HH Sheikh Mohammed (@HHShkMohd) February 8, 2025 "We launched the fifth edition of Hope Makers... and received more than 26,000 stories within a month of young men and women who contributed to facing the challenges of their communities with positivity, self-initiatives, self-confidence, and unlimited potential. "We will meet a group of them at the Hope Makers ceremony on February 23, God willing." Launched under the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives (MBRGI) the initiative is the biggest of its kind in the region and aims to reward and celebrate those making notable change through social, humanitarian and charitable work.
The National
08-02-2025
- General
- The National
Dh1 million Arab Hope Makers winner to be announced this month
The winner of a major UAE award championing humanitarianism and philanthropy across the region will be announced on February 23, at the Coca-Cola Arena. Arab Hope Makers, was established in 2017 by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai. It attracted more than 300,000 nominations during its first four editions. The award was launched to celebrate those engaged in projects that improve and uplift society. On social media platform X, Sheikh Mohammed said that the the fifth Hope Makers received more than 26,000 stories from young men and women. "Hope is the bridge that connects the reality we live in and the future we desire. We must contribute to building bridges for millions of young people so that they are not overcome by despair and hopelessness." said Sheikh Mohammed. In December, the Dubai Ruler encouraged people to nominate themselves or others on the Arab Hope Makers website. At the end of last year, Mohammed Al Gergawi, Minister of Cabinet Affairs and Secretary General of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives, spoke of the importance of the award in showing charitable endeavours all over the region. "This initiative is a realistic call to combat despair and negativity by focusing on the positive within our Arab communities," Mr Al Gergawi said. The winning Hope Maker will receives a Dh1m prize in recognition of their humanitarian contributions and to support the development of their projects.
