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MBRGI an inspiring model of philanthropy: Minister

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March 19, 2025

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, announced the results of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives (MBRGI) Year In Review report for 2024.

MBRGI an inspiring model of philanthropy: Minister

Mohammad Al Gergawi, Minister of Cabinet Affairs and Secretary-General of the MBRGI, said: "Guided by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum's vision, MBRGI has established an inspiring model and a sustainable approach to philanthropy. It focuses on making a long-term and lasting difference in the lives of tens of millions of less fortunate individuals by empowering and developing them through impactful programmes in education, health, community empowerment, and youth support, while building international partnerships to enhance humanitarian and development efforts.

Al Gergawi added: "In 2024, MBRGI reached approximately 149 million people in 118 countries through projects and programmes valued at over Dhs2.2 billion, representing a Dhs400 million increase from 2023. This demonstrates the scale of the foundation's work and the growth of its impact.

More importantly, these resources were channelled into innovative, high-quality programmes and projects that contribute to creating a better future for communities in need and enhancing human potential and quality of life."

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