More than OMR600,000 collected to help Palestinian brothers in Gaza

Oman Saturday 17/February/2024 15:13 PM
By: Times News Service
More than OMR600,000 collected to help Palestinian brothers in Gaza

Muscat: Dar Al Atta’a Association collected more than OMR600,000 under the campaign 'For Palestine_4' to support brothers in Gaza.

Started on October 15, the campaign was launched under 'Disaster Relief Programme' which is concerned with providing aid to those affected in crises such as wars and natural disasters, locally and internationally.

In cooperation with the Oman Charitable Organisation, the campaign included collecting cash donations through Dar Al Atta’a various marketing outlets, including, text messages via telecommunications companies Omantel Communications and Ooredoo, and through the association’s bank accounts, and various applications, including Thawani, Talabat, and Tam Den.

In addition, contacts were established with about 30 SMEs who allocated a percentage of their sales proceeds to Palestine during the charitable campaign period.

Dar Al Atta’a also carried out supporting activities, including an open day event in cooperation with the Omani Automobile Association, with the participation of Omani biker teams under the supervision of Harley Davidson owners, providing an opportunity to citizens to help their brothers in Palestine.

The total proceeds collected for the 'For Palestine campaign' is OMR600,599,620.

This amount was delivered to. Muhammad Al Dhaili, Chairman of the Omani Charitable Organization by Mrs. Maryam bint Issa Al Zadjali, founder and president of the Dar Al Atta’a Association.

Mrs. Maryam bint Issa Al-Zadjali said that dear Palestine is witnessing a humanitarian catastrophe that requires support from everyone. She also added that Omani citizens from all sectors and positions have shown their big support to this campaign and without them, the goals won’t be achieved.

In cooperation with the Omani Charitable Organisation, the Dar Al Atta’a worked on many campaigns and this was the fourth campaign for Palestine. In the past, collaborations had resulted in equipping a blood laboratory in Nabis and providing medical equipment in Jerusalem and Gaza.

Dar Al Atta’a Association takes this opportunity to extend its sincere thanks to the Ministry of Social Development, Oman Charitable Organisation, and everyone who supported this campaign. The association seeks the Almighty support for our brothers in Palestine to give them a clear victory.