Ramadan Charity Campaigns

Posted on

15 June 2015

| Last updated on 7 May 2017

Whether it's a collection, donating water or food or simple raising awareness - let us know! We're keen to support all of the charitable campaigns that will be ongoing throughout the Holy Month.

If you can't find your project or campaign listed, please email editor @ ExpatWoman.com and we'll add you!

ExpatWoman's Random Act of Kindness

As the legendary Kevin Spacey taught us many years ago, it's always better to pay it forward than backwards!

At #ExpatWoman headquarters, we've know as well as anyone that we have all received kindness from strangers and people who we do not know. As expats, we are always on the lookout for each other, because no matter how much you love your host country, it can still feel a little daunting when you are far away from home.

Here at EW, we're always (unknowingly) sharing and finding stories about random acts of kindness we receive while living in Dubai. There has been some great stories - such as people taking the time to give advice on how to get your ID card, a lift to a medical center or new friends take you out for dinner to get to know you.

As Ramadan is a great time for reflection and a chance to give back to the community, we here at #ExpatWoman are challenging all of our followers around the world to perform one random act of kindness throughout the Holy Month. Even one small act can change someone's day! People say that the person may forget what you did, but they'll never forget the way you made them feel at that moment in time.

ExpatWoman's Ramadan Random Act of Kindness

Do not forget to share your #ExpatWoman Random Act of Kindness with us on social media: use our hashtag on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram and even share your stories on our forum! We can't wait to hear from you.

If you're thinking of doing a random act of kindness, check out our fun ideas:

Got any more ideas or suggestions? Tell us on social media or on our forum!

Reading Nation Campaign

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai has launched a new education initiative during Ramadan that is to distribute five million books to children in refugee camps and schools around the world.

Residents are invited to donate to the campaign by texting "read" to one of the SMS numbers.

Click here for more information

Ramadan Fridges

An intiative has taken over the UAE as many residents are setting up public fridges and are encouraging people to actively donate food and drinks into the fridge for people who need it most.

Most fridges have a sign encouraging those who are in need to help themselves in a number of different languages.

The fridges are located all across the UAE outside either outside business offices or on people's private property, using their personal power outlets in their garage or front yards.

If you would like to contribute to one of the Ramadan fridges across the country, you can find a fridge near you at one of the following locations:

Umm Suqeim – Villa 40, Al Sayeef Street, Umm Suquiem 1

Jumeirah Village Triangle – District 7E, Street D29, Villa 18

Jumeirah Park – District 5, Street E-17, Villa I-17

Meadows 2, Street 13, Villa 6

Springs 11, Street 6, Villa 13

Springs 9, Street 5, Villa 46

Springs 5, Street 1, Villa 11

Springs 2, Street 13, Villa 17

Springs 1, Street 3, Villa 3

Dubai Investment Park, Villa 139, Greens Community

Jumeirah Village Circle, District 12, Street 3, La Casas, Villa 26

Jumeirah Village Circle, Street 2 entrance, Lotus Park, Villa 3

The Villa, CC7 Villa 17

Al Quoz, outside All Events Services office, 364 28A Street

Motor City, 166 Violet Place, Greens Community

Dubai Silicon Oasis, Semmer B97

Dubai Silicon Oasis, D158

Dubai Silicon Oasis, Cedre Villas, Cluster N, Villa 4

Palm – Golden Mile (at the Spinney’s end) on the corner close to the Japanese restaurant

Join #ShoeBoxLove with BaemBu

This Ramadan spread some love to those who need it, our brave labourers, window cleaners, street sweepers, anyone braving the heat outdoors & working during the Holy Month! Fill an old shoebox with some essential items (see below).

To make it more personal, please include a note or a greeting card. More importantly, a AED 20 phone card be it du or etisalat so they can call their families back home.

Find out more about Ramadan #ShoeBoxLove >>

Red Crescent

If you would like to make a meaningful donation for the month of Ramadan, consider working with the Red Crescent. Whether you are donating, sponsoring or even volunteering, your donation of time and/or money will go a long way for those who are in need of your help.

Red Crescent

The Red Crescent Authority is one of the largest of its kind in the region and works hard to ensure the protection of victims of disasters, poverty stricken families, victims of war, homeless and more.

To find out more click here >>

Sameness Project

The Sameness Project is an intiative that helps those who are less fortunate in the UAE. One of their initiatives, 'Water for Workers', helps distribute water bottles to labourers during the scorching summer heat. If you'd like to do something special this Ramadan, consider volunteering with The Sameness Project and take a trip down to the labour camps!

Sameness

The main aim of Water for Workers is the engagement and interaction of those handing out the water and the workers receiving it. Cold water is nice but it's the thank you's, handshakes, and small conversations with the workers, that help erase the lines that separate and create the moment of [sameness].

Click here for more information or to get involved

UNICEF

UNICEF is a leading humanitarian and development agency working globally for the rights of every child. Child rights begin with safe shelter, nutrition, protection from disaster and conflict and traverse the life cycle: pre-natal care for healthy births, clean water and sanitation, health care and education.