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The National
24-03-2025
- Business
- The National
UAE Food Bank distributes 6.2 million meals during Ramadan
The UAE Food Bank has distributed about six million meals during Ramadan so far as part of the United in Giving campaign, which aims to dispatch seven million meals domestically and internationally throughout the holy month. The drive was launched earlier this month under the directive of Sheikha Hind bint Maktoum, wife of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai. The campaign will hit its target if a further 800,000 meals are distributed by the end of Ramadan. The final day of the holy month will be on either Saturday, March 29 or Sunday, March 30, depending on the relevant moon sightings. 'United in Giving reflects the UAE's deeply rooted values of generosity and compassion,' Marwan Ahmed bin Ghalita, vice chairman of the board of trustees of the UAE Food Bank, said earlier this month. 'It serves as a call to action for individuals, institutions and philanthropists to contribute to the welfare of millions.' The campaign is being split into three strands, with one section – Blessing Baskets – focusing on distributing more than 200,000 meals each day in the form of food donations, parcels and surplus meals. Zabeel Iftar is a project providing meals for more than 3,000 workers, while Surplus of Good, a collaboration between the food bank and Fatafeat TV, is a campaign to educate the community on the need to repurpose food sustainably. Surplus cooked and uncooked food from hotels, restaurants, corporate donors and households will also be distributed to beneficiaries, said Manal bin Yaroof, head of the executive team at the UAE Food Bank. This is being carried out in co-ordination with charitable organisations and public and private sector partners to ensure food reaches those most in need. 'The Surplus of Good initiative is designed to inspire individuals and communities to rethink food consumption and embrace sustainable practices,' said Ms bin Yaroof. 'As part of this programme, we are producing six episodes in five languages – Arabic, English, Amharic, Indonesian and Urdu – featuring innovative recipes that transform surplus food into nutritious meals. These episodes will be professionally produced, incorporating insights from chefs, volunteers and individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds. By ensuring broad accessibility, we aim to maximise awareness and create a lasting impact in the global fight against food waste.'
The National
12-03-2025
- Business
- The National
UAE Food Bank distributes two million meals during Ramadan's first 10 days
The UAE Food Bank distributed about two million meals during the first 10 days of Ramadan as part of the United in Giving campaign, which aims to dispatch seven million meals domestically and internationally throughout the holy month. The drive was launched last week under the directive of Sheikha Hind bint Maktoum, wife of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, the Dubai Media Office reported on Tuesday. 'United in Giving reflects the UAE's deeply rooted values of generosity and compassion,' said Marwan Ahmed bin Ghalita, vice chairman of the board of trustees of the UAE Food Bank. 'It serves as a call to action for individuals, institutions and philanthropists to contribute to the welfare of millions.' The campaign is being split into three strands, with one section – Blessing Baskets – focusing on distributing more than 200,000 meals each day in the form of food donations, parcels and surplus meals. Zabeel Iftar is a project providing meals for more than 3,000 workers, while Surplus of Good, a collaboration between the food bank and Fatafeat TV, is a campaign to educate the community on the need to repurpose food sustainably. Surplus cooked and uncooked food from hotels, restaurants, corporate donors and households will also be distributed to beneficiaries, said Manal bin Yaroof, head of the executive team at the UAE Food Bank. This is being carried out in co-ordination with charitable organisations and public and private sector partners to ensure food reaches those most in need. 'The Surplus of Good initiative is designed to inspire individuals and communities to rethink food consumption and embrace sustainable practices,' said Ms bin Yaroof. 'As part of this programme, we are producing six episodes in five languages – Arabic, English, Amharic, Indonesian and Urdu – featuring innovative recipes that transform surplus food into nutritious meals. These episodes will be professionally produced, incorporating insights from chefs, volunteers and individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds. By ensuring broad accessibility, we aim to maximise awareness and create a lasting impact in the global fight against food waste.'
The National
11-03-2025
- Business
- The National
UAE Food Bank distributes 2 million meals during Ramadan's first 10 days
The UAE Food Bank distributed about 2 million meals during the first 10 days of Ramadan as part of the United in Giving campaign, which aims to dispatch 7 million meals domestically and internationally throughout the holy month. The drive was launched last week under the directive of Sheikha Hind bint Maktoum, wife of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, the Dubai Media Office reported on Tuesday. 'United in Giving reflects the UAE's deeply rooted values of generosity and compassion,' said Eng Marwan Ahmed bin Ghalita, vice chairman of the board of trustees of the UAE Food Bank. 'It serves as a call to action for individuals, institutions and philanthropists to contribute to the welfare of millions.' The campaign is being split into three strands, with one section – Blessing Baskets – focusing on distributing more than 200,000 meals each day in the form of food donations, parcels and surplus meals. Zabeel Iftar is a project providing iftar meals for more than 3,000 workers, while Surplus of Good, a collaboration between the food bank and Fatafeat TV, is a campaign to educate the community on the need to repurpose food sustainably. Surplus cooked and uncooked food from hotels, restaurants, corporate donors and households will also be distributed to beneficiaries, said Manal bin Yaroof, head of the executive team at the UAE Food Bank. This is being carried out in co-ordination with charitable organisations and public and private sector partners to ensure food reaches those most in need. 'The Surplus of Good initiative is designed to inspire individuals and communities to rethink food consumption and embrace sustainable practices,' said Ms bin Yaroof. 'As part of this programme, we are producing six episodes in five languages – Arabic, English, Amharic, Indonesian and Urdu – featuring innovative recipes that transform surplus food into nutritious meals. These episodes will be professionally produced, incorporating insights from chefs, volunteers and individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds. By ensuring broad accessibility, we aim to maximise awareness and create a lasting impact in the global fight against food waste.'
Khaleej Times
05-03-2025
- Business
- Khaleej Times
Ramadan in UAE: 7 million meals to be distributed in 'United in Giving' initiative
The UAE Food Bank has launched the 'United in Giving' initiative to provide seven million meals to those in need during Ramadan. The initiative comprises three key sub-initiatives: 'Blessing Baskets', which focuses on distributing over 200,000 meals daily in the form of food donations, parcels, and surplus meals; 'Zabeel Iftar', an initiative providing Iftar meals for over 3,000 workers; and 'Surplus of Good', an awareness programme that educates the community on innovative and sustainable ways to repurpose surplus food. Manal bin Yaroof, Head of the Executive Team at the UAE Food Bank, explained that the 'Blessing Baskets' meals will be collected through food donations and parcels from retail stores, food establishments, manufacturers, and suppliers, while surplus cooked and uncooked food from hotels, restaurants, corporate donors, and individuals will also be gathered and distributed to beneficiaries. This process will be carried out in coordination with charitable organisations and public and private sector partners, ensuring that food reaches those most in need across the UAE. She further highlighted that the 'Zabeel Iftar' initiative will provide Iftar meals for over 3,000 workers, reflecting the UAE Food Bank's commitment to social solidarity and recognising the contributions of the blue-collar workforce. The 'Surplus of Good' programme, a collaboration between the UAE Food Bank and Fatafeat TV, will promote creative and sustainable methods of repurposing surplus food. Bin Yaroof said, "As part of 'Surplus of Good', we are producing six episodes in five languages – Arabic, English, Amharic, Indonesian, and Urdu – featuring innovative recipes that transform surplus food into nutritious meals. These episodes will be professionally produced, incorporating insights from chefs, volunteers, and individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds. By ensuring broad accessibility, we aim to maximise awareness and create a lasting impact in the global fight against food waste." As part of the initiative's objectives, the UAE Food Bank will expand its strategic partnerships through 12 cooperation agreements and memoranda of understanding (MoUs) with government entities, private sector partners, humanitarian organisations, food institutions, hotels, and corporate contributors. The initiative supports the UAE Food Bank's 2023–2027 strategic plan, which focuses on launching humanitarian programmes, minimising food wastage through collective action, and advancing national strategies. These efforts include collaboration with the Al Na'ma Initiative, engagement with various government bodies, support for local farmers, and partnerships with international and Arab food bank networks. The initiative is held under the guidance and supervision of Sheikha Hind bint Maktoum bin Juma Al Maktoum, wife of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and Supreme Chairperson of the UAE Food Bank. The move, which falls under the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives, aims to promote sustainable food management, reduce wastage, and encourage community participation in charitable efforts.
