National Finance Company joins hands with Dar Al Atta'a for Udhiyah coupons
The initiative aims to disperse gift coupons of Udhiya for the needy families in areas, including Muttrah, Al Amerat and Seeb.
The National Finance company continues with its corporate responsibility to boost the initiatives aimed at improving the lives of the individuals and to disseminate the spirit of solidarity and social coherence among the members of society.
Tariq bin Sulaiman Al Farsi, Chief Executive Officer of the National Finance, said that the company believes in the significance of contributions for decent life for all members of society through such initiatives.
He also reiterated the company's mission and message not just as a finance corporation but also as a social establishment supportive to society during each event.
With our support to the families during Eid Al Adha, we seek to further cement the culture of mercy, compassion and social responsibility as to make a positive impact on the community ties and to further cement the culture of the company, he added.
Himmah Volunteer Team of the company has always been a motivating factor for change, he said, adding that the team works on motivating the employees and all stakeholders to achieve sustainable results with impact on society.
In 2024, the team expanded its activities to include a number of community initiatives such as social care, education and environment preservation, he added.
The recent cooperation with Dar Al Atta'a represents a solid partnership established on common values and vision for responsible citizenship.
The two parties continue with bridging the gaps and preserving dignity and enhancement of equal opportunities among the various sectors of society.
Such initiatives are taken at large for the public interest.
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