Mohammed bin Rashid chairs the MBRGI Board of Trustees meeting

Photo : Dubai Government Media Office

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, announced the results of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives (MBRGI) 2024 report. The announcement took place during a special ceremony at the Dubai World Trade Centre, where His Highness also chaired the MBRGI Board of Trustees meeting.

According to the report, MBRGI, which is the largest humanitarian and aid organisation of its kind in the region, spent AED2.2 billion on projects in 2024. These projects benefited 149 million people across 118 countries, making a significant impact on communities around the world.

The ceremony was attended by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Vice Chairman of the MBRGI Board of Trustees. Also present were His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Media Council, Her Excellency Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of the Dubai Culture & Arts Authority, and His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, along with ministers and senior officials.

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A Strong Commitment to Humanitarian Work
During the ceremony, Sheikh Mohammed praised the work of MBRGI and its team. He highlighted that the UAE remains dedicated to supporting humanitarian causes across the globe.

He said, “Today, I chaired the MBRGI Board of Trustees meeting, where we reviewed the results of the past year. In 2024, MBRGI spent AED2.2 billion on projects in aid, healthcare, education, and community development. These efforts helped 149 million people in 118 countries. I also met with 975 dedicated employees who carry out this humanitarian work, supported by over 170,000 volunteers.

“As we mark Humanitarian Work Day, in honour of the UAE’s founding father, the late Sheikh Zayed, we reaffirm our commitment to continue these efforts. The UAE’s kindness and generosity will always extend to people everywhere. We are thankful that our country follows this noble path, and we pray that God continues to bless and protect our nation so we can keep doing good.”

Sheikh Mohammed added, “We are closing a year filled with hope and positive change, and we look forward to another year of making an even greater impact. Whether it is saving lives, providing education, empowering women, fostering innovation, or fighting poverty, these actions reflect our values and principles. This is the legacy we will leave behind.”

He concluded by saying, “We will continue to serve humanity tirelessly. Our flame of hope will always remain lit.”

MBRGI’s Expanding Role
Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum highlighted how MBRGI has grown since it was founded in 2015. He explained that the organisation has gone beyond traditional charity work. It now focuses on rebuilding and empowering communities, finding sustainable solutions to global challenges, and tackling the root causes of issues like poverty and disease.

Sheikh Hamdan said, “In 2024, MBRGI spent AED2.2 billion on a variety of high-impact projects. These initiatives made a real difference and reached millions of people. One of the most meaningful milestones this year was the launch of the ‘Mother's Endowment Campaign’ by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid. This campaign created a one-billion-dirham fund to support education for millions of children around the world, giving them the skills they need for a better future.”

He also mentioned the launch of the ‘1B Tower’, an AED800 million endowment project supporting the 1 Billion Meals Endowment campaign. This initiative aims to fight global hunger by providing sustainable food assistance to millions.

In addition, Sheikh Hamdan highlighted the foundation stone laying ceremony for the Hamdan bin Rashid Cancer Hospital, Dubai’s first comprehensive cancer hospital. The facility, which will offer free cancer treatment, is a major step forward in boosting Dubai’s healthcare system.

A Model for Sustainable Philanthropy
His Excellency Mohammad Al Gergawi, Minister of Cabinet Affairs and Secretary-General of MBRGI, said that Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid’s vision has turned MBRGI into a global model of sustainable philanthropy.

“In 2024, MBRGI’s projects reached 149 million people in 118 countries, with an overall spending of AED2.2 billion—an increase of AED400 million compared to 2023. This shows the foundation’s expanding impact,” Al Gergawi said.

He explained that MBRGI channels its resources into long-term, high-quality projects that create lasting change. These initiatives focus on education, healthcare, community empowerment, and innovation, while building international partnerships to strengthen humanitarian efforts.

Honouring Key Contributors
During the event, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid presented the ‘Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Order for Philanthropy’ to Mirwais Azizi, Founder and Chairman of Azizi Developments, for contributing AED3 billion to the Fathers’ Endowment campaign. This was the largest private sector donation in the history of the UAE.

Several other major contributors were also honoured with the ‘Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Medal for Philanthropy’, recognising their generous support of the Fathers’ Endowment campaign.

Expanding Humanitarian Efforts
In 2024, MBRGI engaged 171,892 volunteers, an increase from 160,547 in 2023. These volunteers worked alongside 975 employees, supporting humanitarian, health, educational, and community projects.

MBRGI also awarded AED38.5 million in prizes and incentives to encourage and celebrate achievements in humanitarian and development work.

The foundation’s projects covered five main areas:

• Humanitarian Aid & Relief: Over AED944 million was spent, benefiting 37 million people worldwide. Key projects included the 1B Tower and partnerships with UN agencies to support food security in Gaza and Lebanon.
• Healthcare & Disease Control: MBRGI spent AED210 million on healthcare, impacting 6.5 million people globally. This included supporting Gaza’s health sector and contributing AED320 million to the Magdi Yacoub Global Heart Centre in Cairo.
• Education & Knowledge: The foundation invested AED599 million in education, benefiting 100 million people. The Mothers’ Endowment Campaign and the Arab Reading Challenge, with 28 million student participants, were key highlights.
• Innovation & Entrepreneurship: MBRGI spent AED278 million, impacting 1.3 million people. The Museum of the Future welcomed 3 million visitors from 177 countries.
• Community Empowerment: AED202 million was spent, helping 3.5 million people through initiatives like the Arab Hope Makers and leadership development programmes.

MBRGI’s 2024 Year in Review showcased its unwavering commitment to improving lives and building a better future through impactful humanitarian work.

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