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NE'MA - RAMADAN Iftar Boxes -Food Rescue Program -Redistribution of surpluses or near expiry food items
Building on the significant impact achieved last Ramadan, we are pleased to collaborate once again with our key stakeholders to launch the Family Iftar Boxes initiative as part of the Food Rescue Program during Ramadan 2026 and to continue these efforts beyond Ramadan. We would be delighted to invite BEL GROUP to partner with NE’MA this year and to further strengthen this valued collaboration beyond the holy month.
This year, ne’ma aims to broaden the scope of this initiative to achieve the following:
OBJECTIVES
- Rescuing edible but non-saleable food and diverting it from waste.
- Social and environmental impact: Monitoring food rescue outcomes, including quantities rescued, individuals served, and the associated environmental and economic benefits.
- Contributing to the UAE’s food loss and waste (FLW) reduction target of 50% by 2030.
- Empowering Communities: Providing opportunities for corporate volunteers to engage directly with communities.
Beneficiaries
- This initiative aims to support nearly 10,000 families by rescuing surplus and near-expiry food that is perfectly edible and diverting it from landfill.
- Each box is designed to contain approximately [10–15] kg of food, sufficient to support a family of four for one week.
Food Items Requested
We kindly invite your support through the donation of surplus or near-expiry food items, including:
- Edible, non-saleable of fresh fruits and vegetables from [Class 1, 2, & 3]
- Non-perishable food items nearing expiry
- Staple Grains: rice, pasta, quinoa, or whole grain bread
- Protein Sources: canned beans (such as black beans, chickpeas, or kidney beans), canned tuna or chicken, peanut butter, or shelf-stable tofu
- Canned Vegetables and Fruits: canned vegetables and fruits with no added sugar or salt whenever possible.
- Healthy Snacks: Add nutritious snacks such as granola bars, dried fruit, nuts, or whole grain crackers
- Healthy Beverages: bottled water, 100% fruit juice, or shelf-stable milk alternatives like almond milk or soy milk
- Cooking Essentials: cooking staples like vegetable oil, spices, herbs, and condiments (such as salt, pepper, and tomato sauce)
- Nutrient-Rich Extras canned soup, oatmeal packets, instant noodles, or meal kits that require minimal preparation and provide additional nutrients.
Target Quantities
We are able to receive approximately 60–70 tonnes per week, to be redistributed across the following locations:
Abu Dhabi City, Al Falah, Al Ain, Al Dhafra, Sharjah, and Ras Al Khaimah.
Transportation & Delivery
We kindly request food donors to deliver the donated items to one of the designated distribution points. Detailed locations will be shared accordingly. Happy to discuss this further.
Support Needed
- Endorsement to continue contributing to 2026 NE’MA Food Rescue Program during Ramadan and Beyond .
- Kindly confirm your participation by registering your interest through the link below:
Registration link | NE’MA Food Rescue Program
- Happy to arrange a meeting with the concerned teams to discuss this further the logistics and the execution timeframe
Your collaboration is vital to the success of this program, and we truly appreciate your support in helping us rescue food and serve communities in need.
Looking forward to receiving your positive feedback by no later than 28 Jan 2026.
Much Appreciated
