Sharjah launches humanitarian initiative to serve daily meals to over 45,000 people in Gaza
The funds will go toward drilling 12 wells to supply clean water and operating 12 charitable kitchens and 20 ovens to serve daily meals to over 45,000 people in the Gaza Strip.
This initiative is part of the UAE's wider "Chivalrous Knight 3" campaign, launched by President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, to support the people of Gaza and alleviate their suffering.
Mohammed Rashid bin Bayat, Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors of Sharjah Charity International, stated that the initiative seeks to allocate Dhs 1.2 million for water well drilling to serve over 312,000 residents, and allocate Dhs 1.4 million to operate kitchens providing hot meals daily to families in need.
He emphasised that access to water and food are fundamental human needs, especially in the challenging circumstances currently faced by the people of Gaza.
Bin Bayat highlighted that drilling wells is a sustainable solution to Gaza's water shortage and will help stabilise health and environmental conditions. Meanwhile, operating charity kitchens will offer daily, balanced meals to vulnerable groups, including children, the elderly, and the sick.
To encourage participation, the association has made donations accessible through the Smart Link on the official website, payment platforms including Apple Pay, Samsung Pay, and credit cards, as well as text messaging, bank transfers, and cash donations at official locations, mosques, and commercial outlets.
The Vice Chairman reiterated that the association adheres to a transparent and integrated operational system, ensuring that donations reach the intended beneficiaries efficiently. He noted that the initiative is part of a broader effort by the UAE to fulfil its humanitarian mission, strengthen brotherly ties, and offer vital support where it is most urgently needed.
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