Retired Emirati soldier gives his monthly salary to charity
- 11 May 2020
A retired Emirati soldier who served in the UAE Armed Forces, has pledged to contribute his monthly salary for the duration of the current health and economic situation to the Authority of Social Contribution — Ma’an’s “Together We Are Good” programme.
In a move that represents an outstanding demonstration of communal responsibility and social cohesion, Ali Hussein Al Ahbabi will continue to send his monthly stipend to the programme until the current challenges ease, with the funds being used by Ma’an to provide support to affected Abu Dhabi residents.
As the first project of Ma’an’s Social Fund, the on-going “Together We Are Good” programme has enabled members of the community to come together and solve social challenges in Abu Dhabi. The Social Fund is the official government channel to receive contributions from the community to tackle pressing social challenges.
Talking about the reasons behind his generous act, Ali Hussein Al Ahbabi, said: “The ‘Together We Are Good’ programme embodies the vision of our beloved country, which is focused on the happiness and safety of all citizens and residents.
“I feel happy to make my contribution to this programme, which has provided an opportunity for the people of society to give back to this beautiful, giving country, I would like to invite all those who are able to contribute, to please hurry and make their valuable contributions, whether financial or in kind; together we can address all the difficulties and challenges imposed on us by the current reality.”
Participants wishing to contribute financially to ‘Together We Are Good’ can send SMS messages to 6670 (Dhs1000), 6678 (Dhs500), 6683 (Dhs100) and 6658 (Dhs50).
They can also call 8005-MAAN for volunteering and in-kind and financial contributions above Dhs1,000 or send messages on WhatsApp on 0543055366.
In-kind contributions include equipment, buildings, services, and time as well as expert volunteering efforts.
Recently, WAM reported that Ma’an, the Authority of Social Contribution in Abu Dhabi, rolled out over three million meals among labourers in Abu Dhabi, as part of the ‘Together We Are Good’ programme.