(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) The Ras Al Khaimah Charity Foundation has contributed Dh1.03 million as cash allowances to 206 poor and low-income families in the emirate.
Mohammed Jakkah Al Mansouri, secretary-general of the foundation, said the allowances will support vulnerable people. "The cash allowances included outstanding rents, treatments fees, along with other living expenses. Some families, who were eligible for new houses under the Sheikh Zayed Housing programme, were also helped to buy new furniture and air-conditioners."
More charity projects for the benefit of disadvantaged people, are to be announced soon, he added. Records show that the RAK Charity Foundation spent over Dh14 million on vulnerable families and individuals this year.
"The foundation is all set to address the needs of eligible people in collaboration with philanthropic and strategic partners."
Ahmed Shaaban Originally from Egypt, I have been in Dubai since December 2005. Before coming here, I worked as an English language instructor, chief En/Ar translator, proofreader, reporter in Egypt and Qatar. I have also worked as a reporter, correspondent and simultaneous translator with two satellite channels in Dubai. I have a masters degree in media, Cairo University, 2014, a bachelor degree in English language and translation, Ain Shams University, Cairo, 1996, and three post-graduate diplomas in English language and Instruction. With over 19 years of experience in translation, interpretation, EFL instruction, and reporting. I am interested in technology, aviation, politics, as well as community, parliament and defence issues. I enjoy reading, writing, exercising, and surfing the web.
MENAFN2209201800490000ID1097470679
Legal Disclaimer:
MENAFN provides the information “as is” without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the provider above.