Shining a Light on Sightsavers Impact For 75 years, Sightsavers has been transforming lives—not just by restoring sight, but by building stronger, more inclusive communities. Donate today: donate.sightsavers.org

Day 10 of the AFF Ramadan Calendar we highlight Atassi Foundation. It is dedicated to preserving and promoting modern and contemporary Syrian art and archives. Their mission is to foster critical thinking, support knowledge production, and empower the Syrian artistic community.

This Ramadan, we highlight The END Fund and its mission to eliminate neglected tropical diseases, ensuring better health for millions. A major milestone: Niger has become the first country in Africa to receive WHO verification for eliminating onchocerciasis (river blindness)

On Day 12 we spotlight Culture Funding Watch (CFW)—a pioneering platform dedicated to enhancing access to funding for creative entrepreneurs across the Global South. Discover more about CFW and their monthly opportunities: culturefundingwatch.com/en/monthly-opp…

Today we celebrate @RedNose Jordan, a nonprofit organization that brings joy, resilience, and emotional healing through the power of clowning. Discover more about their inspiring work: rednoses.jo To support their work: rednoses.jo/support-us/you…

Today we are reminded of the power of giving—of extending a hand to those in urgent need. From Gaza to Sudan and beyond International Medical Corps is supporting millions of people who are struggling to access basic medical care due to conflict and crisis. Donate: lnkd.in/d7_79CDB

Calling all African NGOs – has your work been impacted by the US government’s funding cuts? Participate in the @AfricanNGOs & EPIC-Africa survey to share your experiences and make your voices heard! Deadline: 7 April 2025 tinyurl.com/2p8wwd9y

Join us this Wednesday, April 9th, for a conversation with Hazem Fahmy, MENA Regional Director at CARE, where he will discuss the power of digital transformation, localization, and innovation in philanthropy 🕑  14:00 – 15:00 EEST | 08:00 – 09:00 EST 🔗lnkd.in/dvS_WvTg

We’re thrilled to welcome Yannick Du Pont as the newest individual member of the Arab Foundations Forum! Dr. Du Pont has been working for over 30 years in the field of higher (vocational) education & economic development, most of it as a founder of Stichting SPARK.

As part of our commitment to supporting urgent relief in Gaza, AFF has facilitated two donations on behalf of an anonymous donor: $10,000 to Gaza Soup Kitchen $10,000 to Anera Learn more & support: Gaza Soup Kitchen: givebutter.com/gaza-soup-kitc… Anera: anera.org/how-to-help/mo…

We are pleased to welcome INKOMOKO to the Arab Foundations Forum (AFF) network. Inkomoko works across Africa to support refugee and host community entrepreneurs through capital investment, capacity building, and market access.

💣 Landmines kill long after war ends. Join us May 27 for a powerful conversation w/ Andrew Moore of The HALO Trust on mine action’s role in Syria’s recovery. 🕒 3PM Cairo | 8AM NY 🔗 Register: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

“Dangerous work for the benefit of mankind.” — Pope Francis 🇻🇦 On May 27, join us with The HALO Trust for a powerful talk on mine action in Syria with Andrew Moore. Clearing mines means restoring dignity, safety & home. 🕒 8AM EDT | 3PM EEST 🔗 Register: lnkd.in/dKnUzDxM

📆 May 27 - Andrew Moore, HALO's Director for the Middle East and North Africa, will be discussing our life-saving work around the world in this Arab Found Forum webinar. Learn more and register ahead of the event: bit.ly/3Fi1TWs

We’re thrilled to announce that the Arab Foundations Forum 2025 Members’ Meeting will take place in Amman, Jordan, from December 7–9, 2025, as we celebrate 20 years of impact! 📍 Amman, Jordan 🗓️ December 7–9, 2025 🔗 RSVP now: lnkd.in/dxbDx_ei

In our latest AFF Speaker Series, we sat down with Andrew Moore, Director for Middle East, North Africa, and Afghanistan at The HALO Trust, to explore what it really means to clear land and rebuild hope. Watch the full conversation on YouTube: lnkd.in/daH26Q5V

Eid Al Adha Mubarak from the Arab Foundations Forum! عيد أضحى مبارك من ملتقى المؤسسات العربية الداعمة!

We are proud to welcome the Doria Feminist Fund (DFF) as the newest member of AFF! Founded, led by, and serving feminists and activists from the MENA region, DFF is transforming philanthropy by strengthening the ecosystem of feminist leaders, movements, and initiatives.

We’re thrilled to welcome two new signatories to the Arab Philanthropy Commitment on Climate Change (APCCC): Greenish and Earth’s Climate for Sustainable Development EC4SDF مؤسسة مناخ أرضنا للتنمية المستدامة Interested in joining the commitment? Learn more at arabfoundationsforum.org/apccc/

In the Sunday, June 22 issue of The Washington Post, AFF member AFSC issued a powerful call to end the starvation and violence in Gaza. Read the full ad and raise your voice: AFSC.org/Gaza