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Under the agreements, each developer will construct an endowment building within MBRGI’s education complex at Dubai Academic City in support of the Fathers’ Endowment campaign, which was launched by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.
Coinciding with Ramadan, the Fathers’ Endowment campaign was launched in honour of fathers in the UAE. The campaign aims to create a sustainable endowment fund to provide healthcare and treatment for the poor and needy.
Mohammad Al Gergawi, Minister of Cabinet Affairs and Secretary General of MBRGI, signed agreements with Masih Imtiaz, CEO of Imtiaz Developments; Imran Farooq, CEO of SAMANA Developers; and Siddharth Balachandran, Executive Chairman and CEO of Buimerc Corporation Ltd. The value of the endowment buildings is AED50 million, AED40 million, and AED20 million, respectively.
Revenues from the endowment buildings will support the Fathers’ Endowment campaign, enhancing healthcare access for those in need. This includes the development of hospitals, provision of medical equipment, and expansion of healthcare capacity.
Mohammad Al Gergawi emphasizsed that the Fathers’ Endowment campaign reflects the vision of HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum for sustainable giving and his belief in philanthropy as a vital tool for positive change.
Al Gergawi also highlighted the importance of Ramadan campaigns in reinforcing the UAE’s global leadership in humanitarian efforts, underscoring the deeply rooted values of compassion and generosity in Emirati culture.
The Fathers' Endowment campaign continues to welcome donations from institutions and individuals through multiple channels, including the campaign’s website, SMS, bank transfer, and the DubaiNow app.
Donations can be made by sending the word ‘Father’ to specific SMS numbers for various amounts or via the UAE’s community platform, Jood.ae.