Raising 91.4 million dirhams: The “Noble Number” charity auction in Dubai supports the Child Hunger Campaign | World News –

A major fundraising campaign in Dubai raised more than AED 1.14 billion to support the Edge of Life campaign, a global humanitarian initiative launched by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, during the month of Ramadan.

The campaign aims to raise at least one billion UAE dirhams to help save five million children from hunger around the world, by bringing together international charitable organizations, business leaders and individual donors.The total amount raised includes more than 1.049 billion dirhams in pledges and contributions, in addition to 91.405 million dirhams obtained through the Noble Charitable Number Auction held in Dubai. The auction and pledges were announced during a suhoor event organized by Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives (MBRGI) at the Armani Hotel Dubai in Burj Khalifa.

The auction of special numbers raised more than 91 million dirhams

The charity auction featured 29 exclusive license plate numbers and premium mobile phone numbers, attracting strong bids from participants. The auction alone raised AED 91,405 million, with proceeds going towards the “Edge of Life” campaign.Special numbers include:

The distribution of auction proceeds showed the following:

The highest winning bid was AED 37 million for plate number DD 6, followed by several other high-value plates:

Premium mobile phone numbers also attracted notable offers. As for electronic and Emirati numbers, the total bidding value reached 1,905 million dirhams, with the highest price reaching 500,000 dirhams for number 0500000012, followed by 260,000 dirhams for number 0500000013, 240,000 dirhams for number 0500000023, and 200,000. AED for number 0500000024.

Other numbers ranged between 45,000 dirhams and 160,000 dirhams.As for Du numbers, the auction raised 8 million dirhams, led by 4.5 million dirhams for the number 0580000000. Other winning bids included 700,000 dirhams for the number 0580000008, and 550,000 dirhams for the number 0580000001, and multiple numbers were sold ranging from 250,000 dirhams. And 360,000 dirhams.

Global charitable pledges exceed one billion dirhams

During the Suhoor ceremony, major international charitable organizations announced pledges worth $276.36 million (1.014 billion dirhams) to support the campaign’s mission of combating hunger and malnutrition in children.Key pledges included:

In addition, individual donors contributed AED 35.816 million during the event.Notable individual contributions include:

The Suhoor celebration brought together philanthropic and business leaders, and was organized by MBRGI in cooperation with Emirates Auction, and with the support of the Roads and Transport Authority, e&Emirates, and du. The event was also held in collaboration with Badr Jaafar, who serves as the UAE Foreign Minister’s Special Envoy for Business and Philanthropy.

Global efforts to combat child hunger

The Edge of Life campaign is being implemented in partnership with leading humanitarian organizations including UNICEF, Save the Children, the Children’s Investment Fund Foundation (CIFF) and Action Against Hunger. The initiative aims to provide nutritional support and protect vulnerable children from the devastating effects of hunger and food shortages.Mohammed Al Gergawi, Secretary-General of MBRGI, said that the campaign has received a strong global response since its launch by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum during the month of Ramadan.

He pointed out that the strong participation from institutions, business leaders and individuals highlights the importance of the campaign as a humanitarian initiative focused on addressing child hunger and acute malnutrition in deprived communities.Al Gergawi said that the “Noble Number” charity auction reflects the UAE society’s deep-rooted values ​​of compassion and solidarity, as well as its commitment to supporting vulnerable populations around the world.

He added that the strong participation indicates the public’s belief in the humanitarian goals of the campaign and the continued support of the UAE’s global initiatives aimed at alleviating suffering and preserving human dignity.He pointed out that the pledges made by international charitable organizations during the Suhoor ceremony reflect a strong awareness of the global challenges in addressing child hunger and recognition of the UAE’s efforts to protect children from the dire consequences of food shortages.

Multiple channels are open for donations

The “Edge of Life” campaign continues to receive donations from institutions and individuals through several channels. Contributions can be made through the campaign’s website www.edgeoflife.ae or through the dedicated call center at 8004999.Donations can also be transferred through Emirates Islamic Bank using the campaign’s international account number: AE940340003708472909222.Supporters can donate via SMS by sending the word “LIFE” to the designated numbers on the du and e& networks:

Additional donation options are available through the DubaiNow app, YallaGive.com, and Dubai Jood’s community contributions platform (Jood.ae) under the Donations section.