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Misr El Kheir Foundation: “Iftar Saem” – A National Model of Solidarity with the Support of Charity Partners

As part of the cooperation between the Agricultural Bank of Egypt and Misr El Kheir Foundation, both parties continue their pioneering humanitarian and developmental role in supporting the most vulnerable families and strengthening the umbrella of social solidarity across various governorates.

The Agricultural Bank of Egypt is participating in implementing the “Village Iftar” initiative as part of its Ramadan campaign “Sekket Kheir”, through which it aims to provide iftar meals to eligible families and the most vulnerable groups. This effort reinforces the values of social solidarity and spreads joy in villages and the communities most in need.

The bank’s participation in the “Iftar Saem” campaign stems from its social responsibility and national role in supporting the neediest groups. The bank is keen on maintaining an active presence within villages and rural communities, contributing to improving quality of life and strengthening the values of solidarity and mutual support among community members.

For his part, Dr. Mohamed Refai, CEO of Misr El Kheir Foundation, expressed his happiness with the Agricultural Bank of Egypt’s participation in the “Iftar Saem” campaign, emphasizing that the success of the foundation’s humanitarian campaigns is achieved through the support of success partners, including donors, civil society organizations, and volunteers.

He explained that the foundation’s mission is to develop the Egyptian individual wherever they may be, noting its commitment to expanding and developing the “Iftar Saem” campaign to reach the most vulnerable families across different governorates through diverse food solutions that consider the needs of various age groups.

Meanwhile, Dr. Hanan El-Darbashi, Head of the Social Solidarity Sector at Misr El Kheir Foundation, announced that 950,000 food boxes have reached beneficiaries nationwide, in addition to the launch of 80 food tents in beneficiary villages, where 1,000 meals are served daily in each tent.

She added that the “Iftar Saem” campaign is not limited to providing food assistance only, but also extends to strengthening social solidarity in cooperation with grassroots associations and through direct engagement via Misr El Kheir offices spread across more than 15 governorates.

Minister of Youth and Sports Shares Iftar with Fasting Individuals at a Ramadan Tent in Abbassia

Jawhar Nabil, Egyptian Minister of Youth and Sports, joined fasting individuals for iftar at the Ramadan tent organized by the ministry in the Abbassia area of Al-Wayli district in Cairo. The tent is held in cooperation with Misr El Kheir Foundation as part of the “Iftar Saem” campaign. He was accompanied by Dr. Mohamed Refai, the Foundation’s CEO, in a Ramadan atmosphere filled with the joy of the holy month.

The minister praised the ongoing cooperation with Misr El Kheir Foundation, describing it as a successful model of community partnership—especially with a leading charitable organization considered one of the largest civil society institutions in Egypt.

He also affirmed the Ministry of Youth and Sports’ commitment to expanding partnerships with civil society organizations, commending the foundation’s developmental role across various governorates and the programs and initiatives it provides to support Egyptian society and back the state’s efforts toward achieving comprehensive development.

For his part, Dr. Mohamed Refai explained that the Ramadan tents implemented by the foundation in cooperation with the Ministry of Youth and Sports represent one of the key components of the “Iftar Saem” campaign, which the foundation has launched for the fourteenth consecutive year to reach eligible beneficiaries throughout the holy month.

He added that the “Iftar Saem” campaign is one of the largest organized Ramadan charitable initiatives in Egypt, targeting millions of fasting individuals across different governorates, especially in the most underprivileged areas

Ministry of Endowments and Misr El Kheir Distribute 100,000 Food Boxes for Ramadan Across the Governorates

The Ministry of Endowments, in cooperation with Misr El Kheir Foundation, distributed 100,000 food boxes to the most vulnerable families across all governorates of the Republic on February 16^th  and 17^th , as part of preparations for the holy month of Ramadan and in support of social protection efforts for the most in-need groups. Distribution is being carried out according to the approved beneficiary data registered in the database of the Ministry of Social Solidarity.

In a statement, the ministry explained that the distribution process is being implemented under a well-organized plan covering various centers, villages, and hamlets, ensuring swift completion, close monitoring, and the delivery of support to its rightful recipients before the start of the holy month.

This comes within the framework of ongoing coordination between the ministry and its partners from both the governmental and civil sectors to intensify community support efforts during Ramadan, helping to ease living burdens on the most vulnerable families and reinforce the values of solidarity and compassion throughout the country.

Actress “Lebleba” Participates in Packing Misr El Kheir Boxes and Wishes All Egyptians a Blessed Ramadan

Egyptian actress “Lebleba”  took part in packing food boxes for Misr El Kheir Foundation, a member of the National Alliance for Civil Development Work, as part of the “Iftar Saem” campaign for the fourteenth consecutive year. The boxes are being prepared for distribution to eligible beneficiaries throughout the holy month.

“Lebleba”  stated that she is keen to participate in preparing and distributing Ramadan food boxes to deserving families during the blessed month of Ramadan. She emphasized that Misr El Kheir is a leading charitable organization that carries out good deeds all year round—not only during Ramadan—and that it represents the true spirit of Egypt and its generosity for all those in need.

Ambassador Nabila Makram Participates in Packing Misr El Kheir Boxes in Preparation for Ramadan

Misr El Kheir Foundation welcomed Nabila Makram, Head of the Technical Secretariat of the National Alliance for Civil Development Work, who took part in packing Ramadan food bags alongside Dr. Mohamed El-Refaie, Chairman of the Foundation’s Board of Trustees, in an atmosphere reflecting teamwork and preparation for the season of charity .

This comes as part of the “Iftar Saem” campaign for the fourteenth consecutive year, in preparation for distributing the food packages to eligible beneficiaries throughout the holy month.

During her visit, Ambassador Nabila Makram reviewed the stages of preparing the boxes, which contain a selection of high-quality food items weighing 12 kilograms. She also examined the organization and packing mechanisms carried out according to a precise plan that ensures quality and swift completion.

Ambassador Nabila Makram praised the scale of the efforts and the clear organization of the distribution process, affirming that what she witnessed reflects a model of institutional civil society work based on planning and full respect for the dignity of beneficiaries—especially during a season when the values of solidarity and giving are renewed.

“Misr El Kheir” Launches Campaign to Provide Iftar for 1.5 Million Fasting People in Gaza During Ramadan

As part of the humanitarian role undertaken by the Egyptian state to support the Palestinian people, Misr El Kheir Foundation, a member of the National Alliance for Civil Development Work, announced the launch of a large-scale campaign to provide iftar meals for 1.5 million fasting individuals inside Gaza Strip during the holy month of Ramadan, in cooperation with the Egyptian Committee for Gaza Relief.

The campaign includes providing daily hot iftar meals, in addition to food baskets and clean drinking water, in response to the growing needs inside the Strip amid difficult humanitarian conditions and shortages of essential supplies.

The foundation confirmed that the distribution of aid will begin from the Netzarim corridor and the camps in the central area of the Gaza Strip, in full coordination with the Egyptian committee, to ensure the smooth entry of assistance and to organize the distribution process in a way that guarantees fairness and prevents duplication.

The campaign aims to provide iftar meals for approximately 300,000 fasting individuals by preparing 60,000 family meals, each sufficient for five people and containing rice, protein, and salad, ensuring comprehensive nutritional support for families.

The initiative also includes deploying 20 water trucks daily, serving 17,000 beneficiaries per day. The total number of beneficiaries from the water project is expected to reach approximately 510,000 throughout Ramadan, in addition to the food baskets that will be delivered during the holy month.

The foundation emphasized that this campaign comes in response to the escalating humanitarian challenges inside the Gaza Strip, especially with the arrival of Ramadan and the increasing living burdens on families.

“Iftar Saem” Reaches Villages of Beni Suef Carrying 1,000 Hot Meals

The Directorate of Social Solidarity in Beni Suef, in the presence of Wael El-Masry, Director of the Associations Department at the Directorate, oversaw the “Village Iftar” initiative as part of the “Iftar Saem” campaign implemented by Misr El Kheir Foundation for the fourteenth consecutive year. The campaign runs until the end of the holy month of Ramadan.

Food services reached villages in Beni Suef with wide participation from young volunteers in preparing and distributing 1,000 hot meals. The meals consisted of large family-sized trays (“Azoumet El-Eila” trays) sufficient to feed an entire family, aiming to bring joy to beneficiaries.

The campaign has successfully delivered 950,000 food boxes to eligible beneficiaries across the country, in addition to launching 80 food tents in the beneficiary villages. Each tent provides approximately 1,000 meals daily. The campaign is not limited to food distribution but also works to strengthen social solidarity through cooperation with grassroots associations and direct engagement via the foundation’s offices spread across more than 15 governorates.

An Ongoing Campaign to Support Millions of Fasting Individuals

The “Iftar Saem” campaign is considered one of the largest Ramadan charitable initiatives in Egypt, targeting millions of fasting individuals across various governorates. It offers a comprehensive package of services, including: “Kartonet El-Kheir” , “Kartonet El-Satr” ,“Sanad El-Eila” ,“Kart El-Kheir” ,Food meals ,“Family Gathering Meal” , Iftar and Suhoor tents ,“Traveler’s Iftar”, “Village Iftar” , “Kheirak Zad” vehicle , Zakat al-Fitr and Eid clothing card

These initiatives collectively aim to provide broad humanitarian and social support throughout the holy month.

“Misr El Kheir” Continues Packing Food Boxes as Part of Its “Iftar Saem” Campaign

Misr El Kheir Foundation continues packing food boxes as part of its “Iftar Saem” (Breakfast for a Fasting Person) campaign for the fourteenth consecutive year, in preparation for distributing them to those in need throughout the holy month.

Dr. Hanan El-Derbashi, Head of the Social Solidarity Sector at Misr El Kheir Foundation, stated that the Iftar Saem campaign is not limited to providing food assistance only. It also aims to strengthen social solidarity and community support, while contributing to economic activity within society through cooperation with grassroots associations and direct engagement via Misr El Kheir offices spread across more than 15 governorates. This helps achieve comprehensive community development and fosters supportive bonds between donors and beneficiary families.

She explained that the Iftar Saem campaign is considered one of the largest organized Ramadan charitable initiatives in Egypt, targeting millions of fasting individuals across various governorates, especially the most underprivileged areas.

Dr. Hanan El-Derbashi added that the campaign includes several products that the foundation distributes to eligible beneficiaries according to its databases. The foundation also offers donors the option of personally delivering donations. Among the key initiatives are “Kartonet El-Kheir”, “Kartonet El-Satr”, “Sanad El-Eila” and “Kart El-Kheir”, in addition to food meals, the “Family Gathering Meal,” Ramadan iftar tents for a full month, combined iftar and suhoor tents for a month, and iftar and suhoor meals within Ramadan tents—now totaling 77 tents—as well as “Traveler’s Iftar,” “Village Iftar,” the “Kheirak Zad” vehicle, Zakat al-Fitr, and Eid clothing cards. These efforts contribute to comprehensive humanitarian and community development.

She affirmed that the success of Misr El Kheir Foundation is made possible through the support of success partners, the government, donors, and partner civil society organizations. The foundation aims this year to reach even more millions of fasting individuals.