Dubai Reaches 165 Million In Global Aid Initiative Worth Dh2.3 Billion In 2025

Over the last year, the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives (MBRGI) spent over Dh2.3 billion on projects and programmes that positively impacted the lives of 165 million people in 122 countries around the world.

Announced during a board meeting chaired by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, the organisation's work highlighted a significant increase in outreach, with 16 million more beneficiaries as compared to 2024. MBRGI also widened its geographic footprint, up from 118 countries the previous year.

“Our humanitarian efforts reached 122 countries worldwide, leaving an impact that we pray will be long-lasting thanks to sustainable endowments worth over Dh 7 billion, and long-term institutional structures,” said Sheikh Mohammed.

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He added that true impact is not measured by what is announced, but by what changes are brought about in people's lives.“We create the most profound impact when we place people at the heart of our priorities,” he said.“More than helping others, our philanthropy also helps safeguard our nation.”

In his social media post on Saturday, Sheikh Mohammed also added:“The UAE has chosen the industry of hope. And chosen to build life. And chosen to stand with humanity wherever it may be.

MBRGI, which is thought to be the region's largest humanitarian and aid organisation of its kind, focuses on moving beyond traditional relief efforts.

Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Prime Minister and Crown Prince of Dubai, said that the organisation continues to present an advanced model of humanitarian action, one that transitions from providing aid to building capacities, and from crisis response to prevention, through sustainable solutions and impactful partnerships.

“MBRGI's achievements for 2025 reflect a clear strategic vision rooted in innovative philanthropy, sustainable resources and maximised impact,” he said.

He also thanked the people who made this happen.“This journey was made possible by nearly 186,000 volunteers from around the world, working alongside 990 dedicated staff members, whose collective efforts across dozens of initiatives, programmes and campaigns gave rise to stories of genuine hope that span emergency relief, humanitarian, health and knowledge endeavours,” he added.

In 2025, MBRGI awarded over Dh30.3 million to incentivise and recognise achievements in humanitarian and developmental work.

Sheikh Hamdan highlighted that one of the key milestones of the year for MBRGI was the launch of the Mohammed bin Rashid Endowment District.“[It is] an integrated urban model uniting modern residential living with commercial, health and education services under one vision,” he said.“The year also saw the launch of the Fathers' Endowment campaign, a tribute to fathers within the UAE community, with proceeds dedicated to providing healthcare for vulnerable groups and supporting health systems in underserved areas.”

He added that it was also a landmark year for knowledge, with the Arab Reading Challenge reaching its ninth edition and drawing the participation of more than 32 million students, which he said was a reminder that the future of this region is in capable hands.

“Every initiative, every project, every programme and every campaign is a step towards widening the circle of impact,” he said.“Every investment in humanitarian work represents a true and enduring act of giving, each enhancing quality of life and extending hope to all who need our support, without exception.”

The foundation encompasses over 30 institutions and initiatives, implementing hundreds of projects across five key areas: humanitarian aid and relief, healthcare and disease control, spreading education and knowledge, innovation and entrepreneurship, and empowering communities.

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