Who We Are
Since its inception in 2007, Dubai Cares, part of Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives, has been working towards providing children and youth in developing countries with access to quality education through the design and funding of programs that aim to be impactful, sustainable and scalable. To date, the UAE-based global philanthropic organization has successfully launched education programs reaching over 116 million direct and indirect individuals in 60 developing countries.
Dubai Cares plays a key role in advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 4, which aims to ensure inclusive and quality education for all and promote lifelong learning by 2030. Through its comprehensive portfolio, Dubai Cares addresses some of the most pressing challenges in education by supporting programs in early childhood development, access to quality primary and secondary education, technical and vocational education and training for youth, as well as education in emergencies and protracted crises.
Moreover, Dubai Cares adopts a holistic and strategic approach to improving student enrollment and learning outcomes. This includes integrated school health and nutrition initiatives, such as school-based deworming, school feeding, and Water, Sanitation & Hygiene (WASH) in schools. Additionally, the organization prioritizes teacher empowerment and training, youth skills development, digital connectivity, and girls’ education and empowerment. By ensuring education continuity in crisis settings and fostering sustainable solutions, Dubai Cares creates opportunities for all and accelerates human development towards a better and more sustainable world.
Dubai Cares is a civil society organization formally associated with the United Nations Department of Global Communications (UN DGC), as well as a registered non-government organization under IACAD, the charitable activities regulator in Dubai. The organization is authorized to raise funds through direct donations and fundraising campaigns launched by individuals and businesses on its fundraising platform, as well as process all permit approvals with IACAD.
Community engagement and volunteerism are powerful tools for Dubai Cares to mobilize people in addressing global development challenges. Through a diverse range of volunteering and awareness initiatives, Dubai Cares actively involves the UAE community, fostering a culture of giving and social responsibility while reinforcing its global mandate.