The UAE Food Bank has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Dubai Community Contributions Establishment – JOOD, aiming to bolster strategic collaborations that support humanitarian initiatives and promote a sustainable culture of giving across Dubai.
The agreement seeks to streamline community contributions by utilizing JOOD’s digital platform to gather and manage financial donations for the UAE Food Bank’s year-round initiatives and seasonal campaigns, ensuring the highest standards of transparency and governance.
Under the MoU, JOOD will enable individuals and organizations to contribute to the UAE Food Bank’s programs through accessible and trusted digital channels, while also providing periodic reporting mechanisms to measure impact and strengthen transparency.
Both parties will also collaborate on launching and implementing joint awareness initiatives and programs aimed at reducing food waste and promoting responsible consumption, contributing to stronger community responsibility values and advancing sustainable social impact across the emirate.
Marwan Rashid bin Hashim, CEO of the Dubai Community Contributions Establishment – JOOD, said that, “We are committed to reducing waste and maximizing the value of surplus food by redirecting it to those most in need. Our collaboration with the UAE Food Bank reflects this commitment and contributes to creating greater community impact. This partnership also reinforces our mission to strengthen the culture of giving in Dubai by enabling individuals and organizations to contribute easily through trusted and accessible channels.”
As part of the agreement, the UAE Food Bank will identify priority initiatives and campaigns and direct contributions to ensure the intended humanitarian impact is achieved. The partnership also highlights JOOD’s role as a strategic enabler, reflecting the integration of efforts between both entities to drive sustainable impact across Dubai, as per the statement.
