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Gulf Today
01-07-2025
- General
- Gulf Today
Dawoodi Bohra leader donates to Sharjah body
The Sharjah Social Empowerment Foundation (SSEF) has received a donation from the Sultan of the Dawoodi Bohra community to support its endowment project "Prophet's Neighbours,' which aims to provide sustainable resources for the care and empowerment of orphans. The gesture comes within the framework of community-giving initiatives and the promotion of human solidarity values. This donation reflects the Dawoodi Bohra community's ongoing commitment to supporting charitable efforts worldwide and strengthening cooperation with humanitarian institutions in the UAE, which embody the wise leadership's directives to empower various segments of society and build a more stable future for coming generations. On this occasion, Mona Bin Hadha Al Suwaidi, Director-General of the Foundation, expressed her deep gratitude and appreciation to the Sultan of the Dawoodi Bohra community for this generous contribution. She emphasised that the support directly enhances the financial sustainability of endowment projects that serve orphans and their families. She said, "The endowment project 'Prophet's Neighbours' is a practical embodiment of the values of compassion and solidarity advocated by our Noble Prophet – peace be upon him. At the Foundation, we are proud of this collaboration that translates the spirit of humanitarian dialogue into tangible projects that contribute to building a dignified life for our children deprived of parental care.' Al Suwaidi confirmed that this donation will be allocated to specific endowment expenditures, including comprehensive care programmes such as education for fatherless students, healthcare, meeting their living needs, home maintenance, vocational training, and psychological and social support. The funds will also provide urgent assistance to widows, supporting them and thereby enhancing the quality of life for beneficiaries, ensuring they live with dignity and are given equal opportunities for success and effective social integration. WAM
Sharjah 24
30-06-2025
- General
- Sharjah 24
SSEF receives donation from Sultan of Dawoodi Bohra Community
Continuing Commitment to Charitable Work This donation reflects the Dawoodi Bohra Community's ongoing commitment to supporting charitable efforts worldwide and strengthening cooperation with humanitarian institutions in the UAE, which embody the wise leadership's directives to empower various segments of society and build a more stable future for coming generations. Gratitude and Project Significance On this occasion, Mona bin Hadha Al Suwaidi, Director General of the Foundation, expressed her deep gratitude and appreciation to the Sultan of the Dawoodi Bohra Community for this generous contribution. She emphasised that the support directly enhances the financial sustainability of endowment projects that serve orphans and their families. She said: 'The endowment project 'Prophet's Neighbours' is a practical embodiment of the values of compassion and solidarity advocated by our Noble Prophet—peace be upon him. At the Foundation, we are proud of this collaboration that translates the spirit of humanitarian dialogue into tangible projects that contribute to building a dignified life for our children deprived of parental care. Supporting such endowment projects ensures the continuity of comprehensive services and care we provide for them in all aspects of their lives.' Allocation of Funds and Impact Al Suwaidi confirmed that this donation will be allocated to specific endowment expenditures, including comprehensive care programs supported by the project, such as education for fatherless students, healthcare, meeting their living needs, home maintenance, vocational training, and psychological and social support. The funds will also provide urgent assistance to relieve the hardships of widows and support them, thereby enhancing the quality of life for beneficiaries, ensuring they live with dignity and are given equal opportunities for success and effective social integration. About the 'Prophet's Neighbours' Endowment Project It is worth noting that the 'Prophet's Neighbours' endowment project is one of the pioneering endowment initiatives launched by the Sharjah Social Empowerment Foundation. It aims to achieve financial sustainability to continue delivering its care, developmental programs, and services to its members across the Emirate of Sharjah.
Al Etihad
21-04-2025
- Politics
- Al Etihad
Sharjah Ruler inaugurates ‘Prophet's Neighbours' endowment
21 Apr 2025 17:02 ABU DHABI (WAM)His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, inaugurated on Monday the 'Prophet's Neighbours' endowment project, launched by the Sharjah Social Empowerment project marks the beginning of a series of endowments dedicated to supporting orphans and is located in Aljada Highness to a detailed presentation on the project and the location of the endowment facility. The land for the project, totaling 932 square metres, was generously donated by His Highness.A multi-storey building spanning a construction area of 13,835 square metres will be built on the site. The building will feature 15 floors and 75 residential apartments, with revenues from the project directed to support Dr. Sultan was also briefed on other endowment initiatives by the Foundation and the various ways individuals can contribute to officially launch the project, His Highness pressed a dedicated button, marking a significant step in the development of charitable endowment work. The revenues from the project will fund humanitarian initiatives aimed at enhancing the quality of life for Highness and other attendees also viewed a visual presentation highlighting the project's his speech at the event, the His Highness congratulated everyone on the project launch, and announced that he would personally fund the first endowment at a cost of Dh40 also encouraged philanthropists and those with compassionate hearts to contribute to similar endowment projects, noting that additional sites would be granted by him to the Foundation. He further praised the sincere efforts of the Foundation's the orphans supported by the Foundation, His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi urged them to focus on their education, emphasising that all educational paths, from schools to universities, are open to advised them not to be distracted from the pursuit of knowledge and assured them of future job opportunities upon graduation. His Highness said, 'We are with you, and before God, we have accepted this responsibility.'His Highness highlighted the importance of youth and children's centres, encouraging orphans to participate in their activities. These centres, established in Sharjah, aim to support youth development by nurturing both physical and intellectual his speech, His Highness called for greater environmental awareness, particularly the planting and care of trees, noting their essential role in sustaining life and purifying the said, 'A tree is like a mother who nurtures her children. So we say: take care of the tree, do not step on it, because in doing so, you step on life. The tree gives us life. We ask each of you to plant and care for a tree. Be a friend to the tree.'At the end of the event, His Highness warmly greeted each of the Foundation's orphans, who expressed deep gratitude for his continuous care and generous support. He posed for group and commemorative photos with a recorded speech, Sheikha Jameela bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, Chairperson of Sharjah City for Humanitarian Services, praised His Highness' touching and thoughtful said, 'The words of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi continue to inspire hearts and minds. His meeting with the orphans today, and his supportive words, will remain a lasting motivation for them to pursue education and become agents of positive change.'She added, 'His Highness greeted each child personally, asked about their wellbeing, and spoke with them as a loving father. Their eyes reflected hope and dreams, comforted by a nurturing environment and the presence of a caring leader.'Sheikha Jameela further stated, 'Since its inception, the Sharjah Social Empowerment Foundation has worked to empower orphans, build their confidence, and ensure a sustainable future. The 'Prophet's Neighbours' endowment project, inaugurated by His Highness, is a noble beginning. He invoked the Quranic phrase: 'And let the competitors compete,' encouraging people to earn lasting rewards through this charitable initiative."The name - 'Prophet's Neighbours' - was chosen based on a Hadith of the Prophet Muhammad PBUH: 'The one who cares for an orphan, whether his own or someone else's, will be with me in Paradise like this,' and he pointed with his index and middle fingers. This reflects the high status of orphan care in Islam, promising closeness to the Prophet in Paradise for those who fulfill this noble Foundation will provide official waqf certificates to all who contribute to the 'Prophet's Neighbours' project. Various flexible contribution options are available to accommodate different circumstances and donor preferences. Present at the inauguration alongside His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi were Sheikha Jameela bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, Mohammed Obaid Al Zaabi, Head of the Protocol and Hospitality Department, Mona bin Hadda Al Suwaidi, Director-General of the Foundation, and several senior officials.
