McDonald’s UAE has launched a new ongoing donation initiative in partnership with Emirates Red Crescent to support the Red Crescent Medical Center. The initiative aims to provide free healthcare services to over 3,000 patients in need monthly within the UAE. Customers can contribute to this initiative by donating at self-ordering kiosks in McDonald’s restaurants in the UAE or by donating rewards points through the McDonald’s App, where every 100 rewards points equal Dh1. Every contribution will directly support the Red Crescent Medical Center’s mission of providing free healthcare to those in need.
The Red Crescent Medical Center, established in 2008 by Emirates Red Crescent, is the only medical center in the UAE offering free healthcare to people in need, regardless of their nationality, age, or gender. Located in Al Ramla West in Sharjah, the medical center provides free healthcare services across more than 18 departments, including general surgery, pediatrics, internal medicine, radiology, and more. The center also has a dedicated pharmacy that offers essential medication and medical equipment like wheelchairs to those in need. It operates on community support and donations, with more donations allowing them to provide more doctors, medication, and medical equipment.
Walid Fakih, CEO at McDonald’s UAE, expressed the company’s commitment to supporting those in need as part of their promise to the community. He emphasized the importance of extending their partnership with Emirates Red Crescent and supporting the Red Crescent Medical Center through the generosity of their customers. Dr. Mohammad Salem Al Junaibi, director of the Red Crescent Medical Center, expressed gratitude for the impactful partnership with McDonald’s UAE and highlighted the vital role of continued donations in supporting up to 3,000 patients monthly.
McDonald’s UAE has a long-standing partnership with Emirates Red Crescent, having donated over Dh4 million to date and engaging employees in regular volunteering. The new ongoing donation initiative is part of their efforts to support local humanitarian aid and address local humanitarian challenges. This initiative builds upon previous successful campaigns, such as the Ramadan points donation drive, which saw Dh300,000 donated to the Red Crescent Medical Center. Donations are now being accepted at all McDonald’s restaurants in the UAE and through the McDonald’s App, directly funding medical care for up to 3,000 patients each month.
In conclusion, McDonald’s UAE’s ongoing donation initiative in partnership with Emirates Red Crescent aims to provide free healthcare services to thousands of patients in need within the UAE. Through contributions made by customers at McDonald’s restaurants or through the McDonald’s App, individuals can support the Red Crescent Medical Center in its mission to offer healthcare services to those in need. The initiative demonstrates McDonald’s commitment to supporting the local community and working closely with Emirates Red Crescent to address humanitarian challenges in the UAE. With a history of successful campaigns and ongoing donations, McDonald’s UAE continues to make a positive impact through its charitable efforts.
