UAE Food Bank Distributes Nearly 8 Million Meals During Ramadan
Under the leadership of Her Highness Sheikha Hind bint Maktoum bin Juma Al Maktoum, the UAE Food Bank surpassed its Ramadan target, distributing almost 8 million meals through its 'United in Giving' initiative.
The effort, aimed at combating hunger and food waste, exceeded its original goal of 7 million meals, benefiting over 700,000 families and 11,000 workers.
The initiative provided food assistance both locally and internationally, delivering 378,240 meals to global communities. Within the UAE, partnerships with the National Initiative to Reduce Food Loss and Waste, 'Ne'ma', enabled the distribution of over 8,000 meals to workers through community fridges. Another 3,000 meals were provided through the 'Zabeel Iftar' campaign.
More than 200 public and private sector partners, including hotels and restaurants, played a crucial role in the success of the campaign, while over 1,000 volunteers supported logistical efforts. Additionally, the Bank hosted 48 awareness programs across the emirate, promoting sustainable food practices.
Manal Bin Yaroof, Head of the UAE Food Bank's Executive Team, highlighted the initiative's alignment with the UAE's humanitarian vision, emphasizing the country's deep values of generosity and environmental responsibility. The Bank also diverted over 917 tonnes of food waste from landfills, preventing more than 2.3 million kg of CO2 emissions, equivalent to saving 97,000 trees.
In its commitment to long-term sustainability, the UAE Food Bank signed 12 new agreements with key partners, ensuring continued efforts to tackle food waste and hunger throughout the year.
News Source: Dubai Media Office
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