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Qatar Charity

A Legacy of Humanitarian Commitment

In 1984, a group of Qatari philanthropists came together to form a community initiative under the name “The Committee of Qatar for Orphan Sponsorship” to aid children orphaned by conflicts and disasters in neighboring countries. Eight years later, the community-led initiative expanded its scope of interventions and geographical outreach and established itself as an international humanitarian and development NGO under the name “Qatar Charity”.

Almost four decades later, Qatar Charity (QC) has grown to become one of the largest humanitarian and development organizations in the world, providing life-saving assistance to those hit by conflicts, persecution and natural disasters and creating durable solutions for poverty through sustainable development programs in social welfare, water and sanitation, education, nutrition and economic empowerment.

Strategic Objectives and Global Impact

Qatar Charity operates with a mission to mobilize resources, implement impactful programs, and foster partnerships to provide a dignified life for all. Its key objectives include:

  • Ensuring a dignified life for children and their families through social welfare and protection programs.
  • Alleviating the suffering of crisis-affected communities by providing emergency relief and long-term solutions.
  • Promoting inclusive and sustainable development to support long-term self-reliance.
  • Strengthening peace and social cohesion through community-driven initiatives.

With field offices in 33 countries and implementing partners in 60 others, Qatar Charity has been instrumental in both emergency response and sustainable development, benefiting more than 227 million people with contributions exceeding USD 2.6 billion globally.

A Strategic Partner to UNHCR in Islamic Philanthropy

Since 2012, Qatar Charity has been a key strategic partner of UNHCR, channeling over USD 60.2 million to support internally displaced persons (IDPs) in Afghanistan, Somalia, Syria, Iraq, Libya, Myanmar, and Yemen, as well as refugees in Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Chad, Egypt, Ethiopia, Jordan, Kenya, and Lebanon. This collaboration has positively impacted more than 2.1 million beneficiaries, providing essential support in shelter, cash assistance, healthcare, and livelihoods.

Pioneering Contributions in Islamic Philanthropy

A breakthrough milestone in 2018 was Qatar Charity’s USD 10 million contribution to UNHCR’s Islamic Philanthropy program, the largest recorded NGO donation to the initiative. This funding provided cash assistance for vulnerable Syrian refugees in Lebanon and Jordan, ensuring that thousands of displaced families could meet their essential needs with dignity.

Expanding Commitments: The 2025–2026 Roadmap

Building on its commitment to Islamic Philanthropy, Qatar Charity and UNHCR signed a renewed Letter of Intent in April 2024 to extend their collaboration in humanitarian work. Under this agreement, Qatar Charity pledged USD 5 million over 2025–2026 to support refugees and internally displaced persons across multiple regions. This funding will strengthen critical humanitarian interventions, particularly in:

  • Cash Assistance for essential living expenses.
  • Shelter and Core Relief Items to ensure protection and safety for displaced families.

Scaling Impact: New Agreements at the Doha Forum 2024

At the Doha Forum in December 2024, Qatar Charity and UNHCR reinforced their partnership through two new agreements totaling USD 1.3 million. These agreements, in alignment with the 2023 Letter of Intent on Islamic Philanthropy Collaboration, will directly support more than 18,000 refugees:

  • USD 1.3 million will provide cash assistance for 6,000 Syrian refugees in Jordan, enabling them to cover basic necessities like shelter, food, and healthcare for three months.
  • Support for over 12,000 Sudanese refugees in Ethiopia, providing essential shelter assistance to ensure families have safe and adequate living conditions.

Beyond Financial Support: Field Missions and Advocacy

Qatar Charity’s partnership with UNHCR extends beyond funding to active participation in field missions. QC has conducted humanitarian visits to Zaatari and Azraq camps in Jordan, Rakhine State in Myanmar, Malaysia, Lebanon, Dadaab camp in Kenya, and Adre Entry Point in Chad. These missions reinforce QC’s commitment to ensuring accountability, monitoring impact, and advocating for more sustainable refugee solutions.

As an advocate for Islamic Philanthropy in humanitarian response, Qatar Charity continues to champion the role of Zakat-based funding, ethical giving, and community-driven support models. Its strategic partnership with UNHCR serves as a model for global NGOs, proving how faith-based giving mechanisms can be leveraged for large-scale humanitarian impact.

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