Sharjah Charity International Distributes AED 77.2 Million In Domestic Aid To Support Vulnerable Families

Sharjah Charity International (SCI) has reported distributing AED77.2 million in domestic aid from January to September 2025. This initiative supported 48,007 individuals across Sharjah. The charity's efforts aim to assist low-income and vulnerable families, reflecting its commitment to humanitarian causes.

Monthly assistance totalling AED6.4 million was provided to 4,663 registered families. This support reached widows, divorcees, the elderly, and those with limited income. Urgent aid amounted to AED53.7 million, addressing various needs such as education and healthcare.

Educational support was extended to 1,025 students with a total of AED6.7 million allocated for this purpose. Medical treatment costs for 1,008 patients reached AED28.6 million. Additionally, housing support worth AED10.7 million benefited 1,170 people.

SCI allocated AED15 million for Ramadan and Eid al-Adha initiatives. These funds covered iftar meals, Eid clothing, zakat al-mal, and sacrificial meat distribution. The "Feeding the Needy" project alone cost AED2.5 million.

The association also facilitated Hajj for 64 beneficiaries through the "Facilitating Hajj" programme and supported 33 marriages with AED318,000.

A special committee was established to review applications from citizens seeking aid. This ensures that assistance is distributed transparently and fairly among those in need, promoting social satisfaction within the community.

AED7.8 million in aid was specifically directed towards 644 low-income citizens during this period. This effort underscores SCI's dedication to reinforcing social welfare among families requiring support.

Mohammed Rashid bin Bayat, Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors at SCI, emphasised that domestic aid programmes are central to their mission. He stated that these efforts align with directives from His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi to foster solidarity within society.

With inputs from WAM