• The aid programme, the largest in the region, is launched by Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives. All photos: MBRGI
    The aid programme, the largest in the region, is launched by Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives. All photos: MBRGI
  • The initiative supports the underprivileged and hungry across 50 countries.
    The initiative supports the underprivileged and hungry across 50 countries.
  • Vulnerable groups, such as children, refugees, displaced people and victims of disasters, are given priority while allocating the aid.
    Vulnerable groups, such as children, refugees, displaced people and victims of disasters, are given priority while allocating the aid.
  • More donors can join the campaign through the official website www.1billionmeals.ae.
    More donors can join the campaign through the official website www.1billionmeals.ae.
  • The initiative works in co-ordination with key global aid missions, including the UN World Food Programme.
    The initiative works in co-ordination with key global aid missions, including the UN World Food Programme.

UAE

Ramadan

Adnoc donates Dh3 million to 1 Billion Meals campaign

More than 420m meals have been provided to the so far

Patrick Ryan
Patrick Ryan

April 25, 2022

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Abu Dhabi National Oil Company has donated Dh3 million ($816,700) to the UAE’s 1 Billion Meals campaign.

The programme, led by the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives Foundation, aims to provide meals for less fortunate people across 50 countries.

“Adnoc is proud to support the 1 Billion Meals initiative which contributes to improving the lives of millions and provide food support to those in need,” said Dr Sultan Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and group chief executive of Adnoc.

“It is in line with the values of human fraternity, which aligns with the nation’s vision and efforts to provide aid and relief to the less fortunate around the world.

“The UAE is a launch pad for truly impactful and sustainable humanitarian work that builds strategic partnerships to ensure efficient operations.”

More than 420 million meals have been donated, according to the live tracker on the website www.1billionmeals.ae

Donors can directly contribute to the campaign through the website.

Donations can also be made through the call centre number 800 9999.

Updated: April 25, 2022, 12:57 PM
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