Al Hilal Bank has signed a Memorandum of Cooperation with the Make-A-Wish Foundation (MAWF) establishing mutual cooperation and coordination in providing for the health and humanitarian needs of disadvantaged children. The agreement was signed by Mohammed Jameel Berro, CEO of Al Hilal Bank, and Sheikha Noor Fahem Al Qasimi, Director of MAW.

Under the terms of the agreement, Al Hilal Banks branches and ATM network will be used as platforms for disseminating and supporting MAWFs various humanitarian projects for children.

Commenting on the memorandum, Sheikha Al Qasimi said: "We would like to thank Al Hilal Bank for its gracious initiative and cooperation with our foundation. We highly value this partnership with one of the countrys leading banks, which will enable us make more wishes come true and bring joy to children all over the country."

MAWF chose Al Hilal Bank over other national and international banks operating in the country for its exceptional commitment to social causes. The Foundation was impressed by Al Hilal Banks participation in the ALAHILA Ramadan camp in 2010 and decided that it was the best partner for realizing some of the wishes expressed by the children that MAWF takes care of.

"This memorandum marks the beginning of a fruitful partnership with the Make-A-Wish Foundation and will enhance the level of support available to children facing grave diseases and other difficult situations. For our part, we will provide all the support possible to make the wishes of these youths come true," added Berro.

The Make-A-Wish Foundation is a non-profit organization committed to providing support and bringing cheer to children aged three to 18 with life-threatening medical conditions. The Foundation was established in the UAE in 2004 and later on became an official organization working under the Ministry of Social Affairs. Since then, it has been coordinating with hospitals and other related bodies on the recovery and well-being of children afflicted with debilitating diseases.

Al Hilal Bank is fully-owned by the Abu Dhabi Investment Council, the investment arm of the Government of Abu Dhabi. It is one of the fastest growing Islamic banks in the UAE and offers its services to around 40,000 clients through 19 branches and more than 90 ATMs strategically located across the country. Al Hilal Bank also manages the Al Hilal Gulf Equity Fund and owns the Financial Mall, the largest banking branch in the world. It operates 2 branches in Kazakhstan as well.

 

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