Azizi Developments pledges AED600 million towards educational complex

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His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, has thanked Mirwais Azizi, founder and chairman of Azizi Developments, for pledging AED 600 million towards building an educational complex under the Mother’s Endowment campaign. 

"In a generous act of philanthropy, Azizi Developments has committed to donating AED600 million towards the construction of an educational complex," wrote Sheikh Hamdan on social media platform X.

Sheikh Hamdan, who also holds the position of the Chairman of Dubai Executive Council, witnessed the signing of the agreement between Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives (MBRGI) and Azizi Developments.   

"This is one of the largest ever charitable donations in the UAE," he said, adding, "We thank Mirwais Azizi, the founder and chairman of Azizi Developments, for his contribution.

"This gesture exemplifies the vital role the private sector plays in Dubai as a partner in the nation's development."

Launched by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and the Ruler of Dubai, the initiative allows contributors to honour their mothers by donating on their behalf. It will contribute towards the AED 1 billion endowment fund to sustainably support the education of millions around the world.

 

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