The International Humanitarian and Philanthropic Affairs Council has also begun a campaign — UAE stands with Lebanon — to support the Lebanese people.
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.
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.
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:
- Saturday, October 12, from 9am to 1pm at the Dubai Exhibition Centre in Expo City Dubai.
- Sunday, October 13, from 9am to 1pm at the Abu Dhabi Cruise Terminal of the Abu Dhabi Ports (Terminal 1).
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
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
