Ma’an, the Authority of Social Contribution, has launched various fundraising projects with the goal of raising over Dh9.5 million to support cancer patients, people of determination, and delivery riders. These initiatives are expected to have a significant impact on those who are in need. The organization aims to address social priorities identified through the Quality-of-Life Survey in order to achieve positive and sustainable outcomes for individuals, families, and communities. Faisal Al Hmoudi, the executive director of the Social Investment Fund at Ma’an, emphasized the importance of targeting the right groups to make a genuine difference in people’s lives.
The Social Investment Fund (SIF) at Ma’an drives fundraising initiatives focused on sectors such as environment, health, infrastructure, and education. The organization collaborates with the third sector, government, and private entities to raise and deploy funding for projects that benefit the community. Al Hmoudi highlighted the importance of community members volunteering and contributing to Abu Dhabi’s vision of a cohesive society. Contributors can select projects that align with their beliefs and values across various sectors, allowing them to actively participate in giving back to local communities and becoming valuable members of society.
One of Ma’an’s projects includes a partnership with the Emirates Cancer Society, aiming to raise Dh1 million to provide advanced healthcare and preventive treatments for cancer patients. The ‘I Deserve a Life’ initiative focuses on cancer prevention and improving healthcare accessibility for patients in the emirate. Ma’an encourages community members to participate in the journey by making monetary contributions or volunteering their time for these projects. Other recently launched projects include ‘Community Parks’, ‘Voice Rise for Deaf Community’, ‘Effortless Rides for People of Determination’, ‘Empowering Stutterers Programme’, ‘Support People of Determination Students Campaign’, ‘New Smiles Change Lives’, and ‘Beat the Heat for Road Couriers’.
Corporations dedicating their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) budgets to the Social Investment Fund receive the Abu Dhabi Social Responsibility Label, a government recognition for supporting social priorities in Abu Dhabi. The label aims to help corporations achieve their CSR goals while acknowledging their contributions of more than Dh1 million. Last year, Ma’an raised over Dh91 million through 57 projects, benefiting over 161,000 individuals. The contributions were directed towards various sectors, including social well-being, healthcare, education, environment, and infrastructure, highlighting a commitment to improving the quality of life for residents in Abu Dhabi.
In conclusion, Ma’an’s fundraising initiatives play a crucial role in supporting vulnerable populations and promoting social well-being in Abu Dhabi. Through partnerships with organizations like the Emirates Cancer Society and collaborations with community members, the organization aims to make a positive impact on individuals, families, and communities. By encouraging corporate contributions and volunteerism, Ma’an is working towards building a collaborative community that cares for its own. With a focus on addressing social priorities and improving healthcare, education, and infrastructure, Ma’an is committed to creating lasting change and enhancing the quality of life for residents in the emirate. To learn more about their projects and ways to contribute, community members can visit Ma’an’s official website.
