ICO launches summer campaign worth Dhs28m

The International Charity Organisation (ICO) has announced the launch of its 2025 summer campaign, targeting the implementation of projects valued at Dhs28 million.

The campaign aims to carry out dozens of charitable initiatives both within and outside the UAE, as part of the Organisation’s efforts to support underprivileged families, orphans and vulnerable communities during the summer period.

Dr Khalid Abdul Wahab Al Khaja, Secretary-General of the ICO, stated that the campaign complements a series of charitable initiatives undertaken throughout the year, all of which seek to improve the lives of thousands of families around the world.

He noted that the campaign will include the provision of electrical appliances, well-drilling and maintenance projects, water distribution via tankers, and the supply of drinking water to workers and worshippers, among other humanitarian efforts.

Dr. Al Khaja commended the support and generous contributions of benefactors, whose donations facilitate aid delivery to the most vulnerable.

He also expressed his gratitude to the Organisation’s charitable partners, including humanitarian institutions, work teams, and all contributors to the support and development of needy communities globally.

Recently, the ICO reported the successful completion of its 2025 Ramadan campaign, with the total value of its charitable projects amounting to Dhs165 million across 23 nations.

Key achievements of the campaign include the distribution of 315,000 Iftar meals in highly impoverished regions and 22,000 food parcels facilitating Iftar in over 450 disadvantaged villages internationally.

Within the UAE, the organisation also delivered 300,000 Iftar meals, 3,500 Ramadan food baskets, and 80,000 Fitra (Zakat Al-Fitr) contributions to support families in need.

Beyond food aid, the campaign funded the building of 258 mosques, supported the drilling of 1,000 water wells in areas facing water scarcity, and provided assistance to 60,000 orphans.

WAM