Sharjah Islamic Bank aims to distribute 4000 food baskets to needy families as part of the "Mirak at your doorstep" initiative

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Published March 20th, 2024 - 10:42 GMT

Sharjah Islamic Bank aims to distribute 4000 food baskets to needy families as part of the "Mirak at your doorstep" initiative
During the event

Sharjah Islamic Bank (SIB) announced the organization of its Ramadan initiative "Mirak at your doorstep" for the fifth consecutive year during the holy month of Ramadan for the year 1445 Hijri.
The SIB organizes this community initiative in collaboration with the Sharjah Charity International, benefiting thousands of needy families in the United Arab Emirates through the distribution of food baskets.

Making a Positive Impact in Society
In this regard, Hassan Al Balghouni, Head of Corporate Communication at Sharjah Islamic Bank, said: "This year's initiative aims to distribute more than 4000 baskets through special boxes containing all the basic and consumer food needs these families require."
He confirmed that the initiative is part of Sharjah Islamic Bank's commitment to reflecting its corporate values by making a positive and beneficial impact on the local community and supporting humanitarian issues and giving initiatives that contribute to providing a dignified life for needy families. This is achieved through a precise plan to identify the needy groups and choose the best way to support them and provide their requirements. This aligns with the directions of the Government of the United Arab Emirates and the Sharjah Government in converging efforts and solidarity among entities active in charitable work and involving institutions in various initiatives and projects in this field, thus enhancing socially, economically, and humanitarianly responsible practices of these institutions.

Hassan Al Balghouni, explained that Ramadan represents an exceptional season in the SIB's agenda since its establishment, where resources, efforts, and capabilities are intensified to launch distinguished programs and initiatives that target the largest possible segment of beneficiaries, including families, individuals, fasters, and others. Among these is the "Mirak at your doorstep" initiative, whose charitable baskets reach many homes, in addition to the iftar meals distributed throughout the days of the blessed month in Ramadan tents near major mosques in various areas of the Emirate of Sharjah as well as other cities across the UAE, in collaboration with the Sharjah Charity International.
He concluded that all the work teams assigned have completed their preparations and commenced executing the initiative optimally, according to the targeted areas and families, reflecting the civilized and humane image that characterizes the community initiatives adopted by the SIB throughout the year.


Distribution of iftar meals at several Ramadan tents near major mosques in different areas of the Emirate of Sharjah
The Sharjah Islamic Bank also continues to distribute iftar meals throughout the holy month at several Ramadan tents near major mosques in different areas of the Emirate of Sharjah. These include the iftar tent of the Sharjah Islamic Bank near the King Faisal Mosque, and the Sharjah Charity International iftar tent next to the Mohammed Bin Dalmouk Mosque.
 

Background Information

Sharjah Islamic Bank

We believe in our vision and values just as strongly today as we did the first time we put them on paper more than 30 years ago. 

Sharjah Islamic Bank (SIB) started servicing the society in 1975; providing banking services to individuals and companies. An Amiri decree; released by His Highness Dr. Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohamed Al Qassimi the member of the Supreme Council & Ruler of Sharjah, was issued to launch & green-light the bank’s expedition. The bank was originally founded as National Bank of Sharjah and was suited the first bank to convert to Islamic Banking in 2002.

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