عن جمعية دبي الخيرية

About Dubai Charity

A trusted Emirati humanitarian institution serving communities at home and across the world since 1980.

Our Story

Forty-Five Years of Goodness

Dubai Charity Association was founded in 1980 by a group of leading Emirati philanthropists — among them the late Eid Mohammed bin Mediya and Abdullah Al Sha'afar — who believed that the wealth of a city should serve the wellbeing of humanity. Operating from Dubai under the licence and supervision of the Islamic Affairs & Charitable Activities Department (IACAD), the Association has grown from a small local committee into one of the UAE's most established humanitarian institutions.

Today, under the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Hind bint Maktoum bin Juma Al Maktoum, and led by CEO Ahmed Al Suwaidi, the Association delivers more than 20 categories of programs to over 3.2 million beneficiaries across 32 countries each year.

Our Vision

Leadership in charitable work locally, regionally and globally — guided by Islamic values and human dignity.

Our Mission

To receive, develop and deliver donations and Zakat to legitimate beneficiaries through trusted, audited programs.

Our Values

Integrity. Transparency. Compassion. Shari'ah compliance. Accountability to every single donor.

Leadership

Governance & Patronage

H.H. Sheikha Hind bint Maktoum
Patron
Mr. Ahmed Al Suwaidi
Chief Executive Officer
IACAD
Regulatory & Audit Authority

Accreditation

Transparency You Can Verify

IACAD Licensed

Registration No. 122 — fully audited annually by the Government of Dubai.

Shari'ah Board

All Zakat and Waqf programs reviewed and approved by qualified scholars.

Public Reporting

Annual Projects Guide and impact reports published in Arabic and English.