RIYADH: The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz has approved the commencement of the 4th National Campaign for Charitable Work on Friday, March 15, via Ehsan, the National Platform for Charitable Work.
King Salman has authorized the initiative to amplify charitable giving, particularly during the holy month of Ramadan, and extend its impact. This campaign, slated to run throughout Ramadan, facilitates continuous donations until the month’s conclusion reported the Saudi Press Agency (SPA).
This initiative underscores the enduring commitment of King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to supporting charitable endeavors, a fundamental principle of Islamic Shariah. The campaign’s objective is to foster opportunities for all citizens to engage in charitable deeds, fostering community cohesion during Ramadan, a period where the rewards for benevolent acts are multiplied.
Dr. Majed Al-Qasabi, Minister of Commerce and Chairman of the Ehsan Platform’s Supervisory Committee, thanked the King and Crown Prince for their steadfast support for the platform. He noted the campaign’s alignment with previous successes, citing the 2023 edition, which amassed donations exceeding SR760 million ($202,626,191.60). These contributions have positively impacted over 398,000 individuals through more than 10.4 million donation transactions. The campaign secured a Guinness World Record for the largest single-day donation within 24 hours during the 27th night of Ramadan last year, showcasing remarkable community solidarity.
Donations can be digitally contributed to various charitable and developmental causes throughout the campaign, including the Ehsan Endowment Fund. Secure transactions can be made via the Ehsan app, Ehsan.sa website, or by calling the unified number: 8001247000.
Established by the Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA), the Ehsan platform operates under the oversight of a supervisory committee comprising 13 government agencies. Since its inception, the platform has received over SR 5 billion ($1,338,287,450) in donations, benefiting more than 4.8 million individuals across various eligible groups.
