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Foreign Aid Report 2022

Aid Allocation Overview

The Dubai Charity Association, a symbol of philanthropic Over the years, the Dubai Charity Association has
excellence in the UAE, displayed a notable commitment firmly believed in the transformative power of
to global welfare by channeling a significant AED 64.5 synergistic efforts. This conviction is evident in their
million (USD 17.6 million) into foreign aid in 2022. 2022 records, where every foreign aid project was
This figure signifies not just a substantial sum, but implemented hand-in-hand with national NGOs and
a commendable 18% increase from the prior year. civil society organizations. This symbiotic approach
Geographically, the Association’s outreach spanned 22 does not just merge the specialized knowledge, skills,
countries in 2022. A significant spotlight was placed and regional comprehension of NGOs and CSOs; it also
on Least Developed Countries (LDCs), with 12 of them offers an enriched perspective of the nuances at the
on the receiving end. These LDCs, often grappling with grassroots level, thereby optimizing the influence of the
multifaceted challenges, received 35% of that year’s Association’s foreign aid.
total endowments. Yet, the primary beneficiaries were
the lower middle-income countries, absorbing 64% of Geographical analysis of the 2022 disbursements
the funds, an indication of the Association’s strategic reveals a focus on three countries: Egypt, Ghana, and
focus on fostering sustainable growth in transitioning India. Together, these nations absorbed more than
economies. half (55%) of the total funding, suggesting either the
scale of their needs or the strategic importance of
Historically, the Dubai Charity Association has adhered to their development to the Association. Additionally,
a consistent funding approach. In 2022, as in preceding the Dubai Charity Association’s alignment with the
years, they opted exclusively for grants as their method Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) underscores
of foreign aid delivery. Analyzing the categorization of their commitment to global progress, specifically
this aid in 2022 unveils their philanthropic priorities: championing SDG 1 (No Poverty) and SDG 2 (Zero
an overwhelming 86% was reserved for charitable Hunger).
interventions, 14% was channeled into developmental
projects, and a smaller, yet crucial, fraction catered to Zooming out to capture a broader timeframe, from
urgent humanitarian needs. 2018 to 2022, the Association’s cumulative foreign
aid contributions reached AED 356.6 million (USD
97.1 million), reinforcing their reputation as a key
philanthropic player on the global stage.
Allocation Insights

01 Social Services

In 2022, the Dubai Charity Association significantly extended its support to vulnerable individuals and
underscored its commitment to the Social Services families, ensuring they received social protection,
Sector. With a generous disbursement of AED 64.3 thereby weaving a safety net around some of society’s
million (USD 17.5 million), the Association prioritized most vulnerable members.
projects that encapsulated a wide range of services:
from provision of social welfare and basic social Adding a cultural and spiritual dimension to their
services to specialized seasonal programmes. philanthropic work, the Dubai Charity Association
continued its time-honored tradition of supporting the
One standout facet of the Association’s endeavours less fortunate during the Holy Month of Ramadan. Their
within this sector was their unwavering support to initiative of distributing meals stands as a testament to
vulnerable groups. By sponsoring hundreds of orphans, their integration of charity with cultural significance,
it stepped in as a beacon of hope for those devoid reinforcing the true essence of the holy month’s spirit
of familial support. Furthermore, the Association of giving and compassion.