Doha, May 10 (QNA) - Qatar Charity's (QC) "Alaqraboon" Center has launched its Dhul-Hijjah 1447 AH campaign in Qatar as part of its seasonal programmes aimed at promoting the values of compassion and social solidarity and expanding community support during the blessed days of Dhul-Hijjah to meet the needs of beneficiaries across the country.
In a statement issued on Sunday, the Center stated that the campaign is expected to benefit approximately 24,200 people through the support of donors. It added that the campaign includes a package of projects designed to support families and vulnerable groups within Qatar.
The Center highlighted support for needy and low-income families, widows and divorcees, families of prisoners, and persons with disabilities through the Udhiyah project during Eid Al Adha. The project targets nearly 20,000 beneficiaries and will this year utilize an upgraded smart coupon mechanism through "Alaqraboon" application, facilitating collection procedures, ensuring equitable access, and preserving beneficiaries' privacy.
As part of the support for children, the campaign will implement the Eid Gift Project for orphans and children from low-income families to help them meet their needs ahead of Eid, alongside "Eid Joy" festival aimed at bringing happiness to orphans and strengthening their sense of community care during the blessed occasion. The two initiatives are expected to benefit around 1,700 children.
The campaign also includes a dedicated track for urgent humanitarian cases, providing support in healthcare services, including treatment and medication, rehabilitation and support for persons with disabilities, educational assistance, and aid for needy and low-income families, elderly people, widows, divorcees, debtors, prisoners and their families, in addition to meeting the needs of sponsored individuals. The programme aims to support approximately 2,500 urgent humanitarian cases, reflecting the Center's commitment to alleviating hardship for beneficiaries and their families during times of need and maximizing humanitarian impact during the blessed days.
Chairman of "Alaqraboon" Center Faisal Rashid Al Fehaida said the days of Dhul-Hijjah embody the values of mercy and solidarity within society and reaffirm that charitable work is a year-round responsibility. He added that the campaign builds on ongoing efforts to serve the community in Qatar, reach those most in need, and bring happiness to beneficiaries.
Al Fahida noted that the campaign aims to raise QAR 30 million and reach approximately 24,200 beneficiaries across Qatar, adding that these efforts reflect the trust of the community and the continued support of generous donors.
He called on donors and members of the community in Qatar to support the campaign and contribute to bringing joy, alleviating suffering, and ensuring assistance reaches those who deserve it, stressing the importance of making the most of charitable seasons in ways that strengthen social solidarity across the country. He also expressed hope that the campaign would make a tangible difference in the lives of beneficiaries during the blessed days. (QNA)