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Israel-Hezbollah crisis: 4 ways UAE residents can donate to help Lebanon

The Emirates' President earlier ordered an urgent relief aid package worth $100 million to support the Lebanese people

Published: Tue 8 Oct 2024, 12:18 PM

Updated: Sun 20 Oct 2024, 12:06 PM

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Amid escalating tensions between Israel and Hezbollah, the people residing in Lebanon have taken a hit with airstrikes killing more than 1,000 people since September 17.

The violence has also forced up to a million people to flee their homes, leading to displacement.

The UAE President Sheikh Mohamed ordered an urgent relief aid package worth $100 million as part of the country's efforts to support and assist the Lebanese people. The Emirates has also been sending aircraft loaded with medical, food, relief supplies and shelter equipment to Lebanon.

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The International Humanitarian and Philanthropic Affairs Council has also begun a campaign — UAE stands with Lebanon — to support the Lebanese people.

During this trying time, local organisations based in the UAE are offering residents a chance to do their part by making a donation. Here are some platforms that residents can turn to.

Emirates Red Crescent

Residents can donate to Lebanon through UAE's relief campaign 'UAE stands with Lebanon'. The campaign begins on October 8 and is set to run until the 21st of the month and is in collaboration with other humanitarian and charitable organisations.

There are two types of donations that will be accepted from the public — in kind and in cash.

Speaking to Khaleej Times, an Emirates Red Crescent customer service agent provided details on the items that residents can donate for Lebanon.

There will be four types of baskets being assembled at the packaging venues. These are - food basket, baby basket, women's basket, and shelter items.

Food basket:

Dates, tuna cans, chickpeas, hummus, corn cans, oil, flour, salt, tea leaves, biscuits, sugar and spices.

Baby basket:

Soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, diapers, baby shampoo, cerelac, batter for milk and baby milk powder, towel, blankets and biscuits.

Women's basket:

Soap, shampoo, toothbrush, toothpaste, sanitary napkins, towels, cream, blankets, shirts, slippers and jackets.

Shelter items:

Blankets, towel, kid's socks, kid's jacket, kid's slippers, adult's socks, adult's jacket, adult's slippers

Residents can drop off their in-kind donations at the following locations:

Sharjah branch

  • Sharjah Centre in Al Rahmaniya
  • Al Nakheelat Office

Abu Dhabi branch

  • Lulu Hyermarket - Baniyas (Municipality Market - East 8)
  • Baniyas Cooperative Society (Opposite of Baniyas)
  • Lulu Express - Shawamekh (Opposite of Lulu Express)
  • Al Shahama (Next to Al Shahama Cooperative Society)
  • Carrefour (Next to Carrefour Airport Road)
  • Al Taqa (Next to Customer Service Centre of Water and Electricity Department)
  • Marina Mall (Next to Old Centrepoint Gate)
  • Khalifa A (Behind Khalifa Market)

Al Dhafra branch

  • Madinat Zayed Office
  • Al Dhannah Office
  • Al Sila' Office
  • External Offices located at TAMM Centre
  • Al Dhafra Main Centre

Dubai branch

  • Al Serkal Avenue
  • City Centre Mirdif
  • Red Crescent Centre
  • City Centre Deira
  • Mall of the Emirates
  • Al Quoz warehouses

Ajman branch

  • Ajman Markets Cooperative Society in Al Rumailah
  • Ajman Markets Cooperative Society in Al Rashidiya
  • Ajman Markets Cooperative Society in Al Jurf
  • Nesto Hypermarket in Al Raqaib
  • Nesto Hypermarket in Al Rashidiya
  • Al Murad Mall
  • Festival Land Ajman
  • Ajman Centre Headquarters

Fujairah branch

  • Authority Centre in Fujairah (King Faisal bin Abdulaziz Road - Al Faseel)
  • Dibba Al Fujairah Cabin (Next to the market garden)
  • Dubai Islamic Bank tent in Hamad bin Abdullah Road

Al Ain branch

  • Al Markhania warehouses

Ras Al Khaimah branch

  • Headquarters (Ground Floor)
  • Donation Reception Office - Ras Al Khaimah Caravan
  • Donation Reception Office - Al Dhait South Caravan
  • Donation Reception Office - Al Maireedh Caravan
  • Donation Reception Office - Shaam Caravan

Umm Al Quwain branch

  • Red Crescent Centre in Umm Al Quwain
  • Carrefour
  • Mall of UAQ
  • City Mall
  • Safeer
  • Al Zeenath Supermarket

The humanitarian relief package collection and packing campaign will be held at specified times and designated locations as follows:

  • Tuesday, October 22, from 3pm to 7pm at Adnec's exhibition centre in Abu Dhabi
  • Saturday, October 19, at Sharjah Expo Centre
  • Sunday, October 13, at the Abu Dhabi Cruise Terminal of the Abu Dhabi Ports
  • Saturday, October 12, at the Dubai Exhibition Centre in Expo City Dubai.

Those interested in donating cash can do it through the bank accounts of the Emirates Red Crescent Authority or through the website and smart applications of ERC and official associations operating in the country.

On the website, the campaign is under the 'Relieving Lebanon' title.

Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank

Account name: EMIRATES RED CRESCENT

Account number: 20000488

IBAN: AE600500000000020000488

SWIFT: ABDIAEADXXX

Dubai Islamic Bank

Account name: EMIRATES RED CRESCENT

Account number: 3520440014301

IBAN: AE95 0240 0035 2044 0014 301

SWIFT: DUIBAEAD

Sharjah Islamic Bank

Account name: EMIRATES RED CRESCENT

Account number: 11445518005

IBAN: AE620410000011445518005

SWIFT: NBSHAEAS

Emirates Islamic

Account name: EMIRATES RED CRESCENT

Account number: 3707456796903

IBAN: AE710340003707456796903

SWIFT: MEBLAEAD

Residents whose service provider is either Du or e& can also donate via SMS. They can donate for as low as Dh10 and up to Dh1,000. Depending on how much they want to donate, they just have to send the corresponding codes to their network provider. Here's how residents can donate via SMS:

Dh102040501002005001000
e&24414218423424432446244952544236
du34414218423434433446344952504236

Careem

Careem has partnered up with Allo Beirut, a popular street food joint in the UAE, to donate to Lebanon. Titled as 'Together for Lebanon', for every order placed in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, the two platforms will be donating Dh10 towards Lebanon.

Both Careem and Allo Beirut have partnered up with the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC). The ICRC helps facilitate access to water, food, medical supplies and care, and humanitarian aid to all those affected on the ground.

"Our hearts are with the thousands of families in Lebanon facing displacement, grief, and unimaginable levels of fear. Amid these dark times, we offer our unwavering support," Careem said through a post on social media.

UNICEF Gulf

UNICEF Gulf has sent out an urgent appeal for the children in Lebanon. Residents can donate through the humanitarian organisation's website on the 'Donate for Lebanon' section. This can either be done through a one-time donation or on a monthly basis.

One time: Those interested can choose from either one of the amounts: Dh370, Dh730, Dh1,100. They can also donate any amount of their choice through the 'other' option.

Monthly basis: On a monthly basis, residents can give Dh37, Dh92, Dh180. They can also donate any amount of their choice through the 'other' option.

UNICEF focuses on using these funds towards delivering urgent life-saving medical aid to hospitals, providing clean and safe water, offering nutritional support and giving essential supplies like emergency hygiene kits, blankets and sleeping bags in displacement shelters.

The Big Heart Foundation

The Big Heart Foundation has been offering a Lebanon Fund since 2020, when a massive explosion rocked Beirut's port. The devastating incident took place in the same year that the Covid-19 pandemic began, leading to dire socio-economic situations in the country.

The foundation aims to protect children and families in vulnerable situations outside the UAE. This includes health, education and emergency aid services.

Residents can donate to Lebanon through the charitable organisations' website, SMS, WhatsApp and bank transfer. The channels offer donations of Dh50, Dh100, Dh200, Dh500. Those interested can also donate their choice of amount.

Bank transfer

Full name: TBHF - LEBANON FUND

Short name: TBHF – Lebanon Fund

Account number: 0011-430430-040

IBAN: AE460410000011430430040

Bank name: Sharjah Islamic Bank

Swift code: NBSHAEAS

Main Branch - Sharjah

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