UAE Launches 10 Million-Meal Gaza Aid Drive in Memory of Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid

The UAE has unveiled a new initiative scaled-up to deliver 10 million meals to children and families in Gaza. The campaign which is called “Ahmed bin Rashid Humanitarian Bridge” unites thousands of volunteers in creating a huge community effort.

The initiative commemorates the memory of the late Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum whose legacy of charitable works, compassion and public service inspires the people of the UAE. The volunteer activity is being conducted in the Dubai World Trade Centre.

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Thousands of Volunteers Join Gaza Relief Drive

Thousands of UAE citizens, residents and community volunteers have gathered for the humanitarian experience. Groups are collaborating together and preparing and packing meals which will be delivered to vulnerable Gaza families.

The campaign is an illustration of how community involvement can aid humanitarian relief. The volunteers, with different backgrounds have joined the drive, making the drive to pack meals a national act of solidarity with the impacted communities.

Operation Gallant Knight 3 Lead Initiative

The campaign is being launched by the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives with the partnership of Operation Gallant Knight 3. The food packages are being prepared & delivered through the respective organisations in coordination with each other.

The UAE’s humanitarian support for the Gaza Strip goes beyond the 10 million meals to complement the support provided for the Gaza Strip more broadly. The country has provided food, medical, and clothing and other essential assistance to the victims of conflicts in the past.

Honoring Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid’s Legacy

The campaign has been called in honor of His Holiness Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum who is known for his humanitarian and charitable initiatives. The campaign gives members of the UAE society and community a chance “to contribute to those values at the level of humanitarian action”, the organiser said.

The increased participation of volunteers to respond to disasters further emphasizes the significance of community involvement in the UAE’s relief efforts. The idea is to provide tangible help for families in challenging circumstances, through an infusion of institutional support and community volunteerism.

Humanitarian Support in Gaza

The campaign on meals is part of the broader UAE humanitarian efforts for the Palestinians in Gaza. Relief operations include providing food items and assorted essential commodities via organised humanitarian channels.

The 10,000,000 meals are for families and children who are at risk of having insufficient food. They need to coordinate between volunteers, humanitarian organizations and logistics staff for the necessary preparations and distribution of the aid from the UAE to the beneficiaries.

FAQs

Which is the Ahmed bin Rashid Humanitarian Bridge?

A UAE humanitarian project that aims to bake 10 million meals for families and children in the Gaza Strip.

Who will be leading the initiative?

Operation Gallant Knight 3 is coordinating with MBRGI for the campaign.

How many meals are being prepared?

The program targets to feed 10 million people in Gaza.