SCI distributes AED 77.2M domestic aid in first 9 months of 2025

October 29, 2025 / 10:29 PM

Sharjah 24 – WAM: Sharjah Charity International announced that it distributed AED 77.2 million in domestic aid during the first nine months of 2025, benefiting 48,007 individuals across the emirate. This initiative is part of the association's continuous efforts to support low-income and vulnerable families.

Continued expansion of charitable initiatives

Mohammed Rashid bin Bayat, Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors, stated that domestic aid programs are a key pillar of the association’s humanitarian mission. He noted that the scale of the assistance reflects the steady expansion of charitable initiatives and the commitment to reaching the largest number of beneficiaries, in line with the directives of His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, to promote solidarity and compassion within society.

Urgent and monthly aid for families

He added that monthly assistance provided to registered families totaled AED 6.4 million, benefiting 4,663 individuals, including widows, divorcees, the elderly, and those with limited income. Urgent aid reached AED 53.7 million and covered various needs, including educational support for 1,025 students worth AED 6.7 million, medical treatment for 1,008 patients costing AED 28.6 million, assistance for 1,208 individuals totaling AED 5.8 million, and housing support for 1,170 people worth AED 10.7 million. The association also supported 33 marriages with AED 318,000 and helped 64 beneficiaries perform Hajj through the “Facilitating Hajj” program.

Seasonal campaign projects

Regarding seasonal campaigns, Bin Bayat highlighted that AED 15 million was allocated for Ramadan and Eid al-Adha initiatives, which included iftar meals, Eid clothing, zakat al-mal, and the distribution of sacrificial meat. The “Feeding the Needy” project alone cost AED 2.5 million.

Special committee to review citizens’ applications

He further explained that AED 7.8 million in aid was provided to 644 low-income citizens during the same period. A special committee was formed to review citizens’ applications and ensure aid reaches deserving beneficiaries transparently and fairly, reinforcing social satisfaction among families in need.