Mafakkar “Bayt Al Khair” Distributes Over 56,000 Breakfast Meals Daily
UAE Food Bank Ramps Up Efforts for Ramadan 2025
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Initiatives aim to provide millions of meals and reduce food waste across the Emirates.
“United in Giving” Initiative Launched
The UAE Food Bank has launched the “united in giving
” initiative with the enterprising goal of providing 7 million meals during Ramadan. This initiative underscores the UAE’s commitment to supporting those in need during the holy month.
Key Initiatives Supporting the community
Several key initiatives are in place to ensure widespread support:
- Zabeel Iftar: providing Iftar meals for over 3,000 workers daily.
- Surplus of Good: An awareness program educating the community on repurposing surplus food in innovative and enduring ways.
- Blessing Baskets: Distributing over 200,000 meals daily throughout Ramadan.
“Your Iftar is on Us” Initiative
Within the framework of the “your Iftar is on Us
” initiative, the UAE Food Bank is set to gather meals for distribution to beneficiaries both within and outside the country. This program highlights the collaborative effort to ensure no one goes hungry during Ramadan.
Focus on Reducing Food Waste
These efforts also contribute to the broader objectives of reducing carbon emissions and achieving a 30 percent reduction in food waste by 2027. The UAE Food Bank is actively working towards a sustainable future by minimizing waste and maximizing resource utilization.
Ramadan initiatives in Dubai
Dubai is at the forefront of these charitable activities. Manal bin Yaroof, Head of the Executive Team at the UAE Food Bank, emphasized that the “Blessing Baskets
” initiative aims to distribute over 200,000 meals daily throughout Ramadan.
Beit al Khair Society’s Ramadan Efforts
During Ramadan, the Beit Al Khair Society’s ramadan tents and distribution points, set up to provide “Iftar Saa’im
” meals, have seen a important turnout, especially from resident workers. On the third day, the number of meals distributed reached 56,500, indicating the society is on track to achieve its goal of feeding 1.5 million fasting individuals during Ramadan,perhaps amounting to AED 17 million.
Distribution Locations
There are 90 distribution points, including 12 Iftar tents. Eight of these tents are in Dubai, including the Hor Al Anz tent, which is the largest Iftar tent in the UAE, accommodating 5,500 people. Additionally, there are two tents in Ajman and two in Ras Al Khaimah. The 88 distribution sites include 66 in Dubai, 8 in Ajman, 6 in Ras Al khaimah, 5 in Sharjah, 4 in Fujairah, and 1 in Umm Al Quwain.
Meal Distribution on Day Three
On the third day, the distribution included:
- 42,735 Iftar meals in dubai
- 5,557 meals in Ajman
- 3,400 meals in Ras Al Khaimah
- 2,100 meals in Fujairah
- 1,708 meals in Sharjah
- 1,000 meals in Umm Al Quwain
UAE Food Bank’s Ramadan 2025 Initiatives: Your Questions Answered
As Ramadan 2025 approaches, the UAE Food Bank is ramping up its efforts to combat hunger and reduce food waste throughout the Emirates.Here’s a comprehensive Q&A guide to understanding their initiatives and how they’re making a difference.
General Questions
What is the primary goal of the UAE Food Bank during Ramadan 2025?
The UAE Food Bank aims to provide 7 million meals during Ramadan 2025 thru the “United in Giving” initiative. This effort underscores the UAE’s commitment to supporting those in need during the holy month.
When did the UAE Food Bank launch its Ramadan 2025 drive?
The UAE Food Bank launched its ramadan 2025 drive on March 5, 2025.
“United in Giving” Initiative
What is the “United in Giving” initiative?
The “United in Giving” initiative highlights the UAE’s generosity and underscores the commitment to supporting those in need during the holy month of Ramadan. This campaign launched by the UAE Food Bank aims to provide meals to those who need support.
Key Initiatives
What are the main initiatives the UAE Food Bank is undertaking during Ramadan 2025?
The UAE Food Bank has several key initiatives in place:
Zabeel Iftar: Providing Iftar meals for over 3,000 workers daily.
Surplus of Good: An awareness program educating the community on repurposing surplus food in innovative and enduring ways.
Blessing Baskets: distributing over 200,000 meals daily throughout Ramadan within Dubai.
Tell me more about the “Your Iftar is on Us” initiative?
The ”Your Iftar is on Us
” initiative focuses on collecting meals for distribution to beneficiaries both inside and outside the UAE. This initiative emphasizes collaboration to ensure that no one goes hungry during Ramadan.
What is “Surplus of Good”?
“surplus of Good” is an awareness program by the UAE Food Bank that aims to educate the community on effectively repurposing surplus food in creative and sustainable ways,reducing food waste and maximizing resource utilization.
Food Waste Reduction
How do these initiatives contribute to reducing food waste?
these efforts contribute to reducing carbon emissions and achieving a 30 percent reduction in food waste by 2027. The UAE Food Bank actively works towards a sustainable future by minimizing waste and maximizing resource utilization.
Dubai’s Role
How is Dubai involved in these Ramadan initiatives?
Dubai is at the forefront of charitable activities; Manal bin Yaroof, Head of the executive Team at the UAE food Bank, emphasized that the “Blessing Baskets” initiative aims to distribute over 200,000 meals daily throughout Ramadan within Dubai.
Beit al Khair Society
What role does the Beit al Khair Society play during Ramadan?
During Ramadan, the Beit Al Khair Society sets up Ramadan tents and distribution points to provide ”Iftar Saa’im
” meals. They aim to feed 1.5 million fasting individuals during Ramadan, an effort valued at approximately AED 17 million.
How many Iftar meals has the Beit al Khair society distributed so far?
On the third day of Ramadan,Beit al Khair Society had already distributed 56,500 meals.
Where are the Beit al Khair Society’s distribution points located?
There are 90 distribution points, including 12 Iftar tents:
8 in Dubai (including the Hor Al Anz tent, the largest in the UAE, accommodating 5,500 people)
2 in Ajman
2 in Ras Al Khaimah
The 88 distribution sites are broken down as follows:
66 in Dubai
8 in Ajman
6 in Ras Al Khaimah
5 in Sharjah
4 in Fujairah
1 in Umm Al Quwain
meal Distribution on Day Three
How many meals were distributed on the third day of Ramadan across the Emirates?
Dubai: 42,735 Iftar meals
Ajman: 5,557 meals
Ras Al Khaimah: 3,400 meals
Fujairah: 2,100 meals
* Sharjah: 1,708