UAE Food Bank distributes over 10 million meals in 2021

UAE Food Bank distributes over 10 million meals in 2021

Dubai: The UAE Bank has announced that it has distributed more than 10 million meals to various beneficiaries in 2021 under the directives of Sheikha Hind bint Maktoum bin Juma Al Maktoum, wife of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, and Chairperson of the Board of Trustees of the UAE Food Bank. The charitable initiative, launched to distribute surplus food to those in need, signed a total of 30 agreements with authorities and establishments last year to facilitate the safe distribution of surplus food to beneficiaries in the emirate. The Bank has also attracted several sponsorships from major establishments in the country. Dawoud Al Hajri, Deputy Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the UAE Food Bank and Director General of Dubai Municipality, said: “The UAE Food Bank works under the directives and vision of Sheikha Hind bint Maktoum bin Juma Al Maktoum to promote social solidarity and strengthen the values of giving, goodness and charity in the community. Over the past year, the Bank has continued to carry out its noble mission with the support of community members, which reflects the strong solidarity within the