The newly established Mohamed bin Zayed Foundation for Humanity aims to reach over 500 million people across more than 50 countries, spanning Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, over the next five years.

The foundation will build on existing charitable initiatives led by UAE President Sheikh Mohamed to empower communities, ensure access to healthcare, and promote economic growth and stability.

Sheikh Mohamed on Wednesday reviewed the vision and strategy of the Mohamed bin Zayed Foundation for Humanity, which aims to advance human potential, support global health priorities, and expand opportunities for the most vulnerable communities worldwide. 

The foundation will also advance and scale the successful work of Reaching the Last Mile, which previously oversaw the global health philanthropy of Sheikh Mohamed. This includes ambitious, multi-year commitments towards ending polio, malaria, and neglected tropical diseases, which will now form part of the foundation’s initiatives. Moving forward, these commitments will be integrated into the foundation’s broader mission.

The new foundation will operate under the umbrella of Erth Zayed Philanthropies, which oversees the strategic direction of charitable efforts associated with the nation’s leadership. It supervises various philanthropic institutions and awards across different sectors, aiming to create a meaningful impact in communities most in need worldwide.

The foundation will focus on advancing sustainable efforts in global health and inclusive development by investing in innovative solutions that empower individuals and communities, driving prosperity and progress.

The UAE President received a delegation from the foundation at Qasr Al Shati in Abu Dhabi. During the meeting, Sheikh Mohamed was briefed on the foundation’s mission, which is rooted in his steadfast commitment to supporting charitable and that improve quality of life and contribute to building a better world for all.

Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court, had earlier issued a decree establishing the Mohamed bin Zayed Foundation for Humanity to coincide with observed annually on the 19th of Ramadan. This day commemorates the lasting legacy of the in humanitarian and charitable work.

Sheikh Mansour highlighted that the establishment of the foundation is a continuation of the enduring humanitarian legacy of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, whose commitment to extending aid and support to those in need remains a guiding principle of the UAE’s global humanitarian efforts.