In a fresh achievement reflecting the Kingdom's commitment to promoting a culture of volunteer work, the Fund for Martyrs, the Wounded, Prisoners and the Missing has won the National Volunteer Work Award for 2024 in the "Government Sector Volunteer Work Organization" category. The honor was presented during the annual ceremony held as part of COP16 events in Riyadh.

Notable Efforts and Striking Figures

The fund earned the award for its outstanding efforts, which included:

  • 5,401 volunteer hours during 2024.
  • 34 volunteer opportunities with an economic return of SR203,600.
  • 356 volunteers benefiting from the fund's programs and projects made possible through these opportunities.

Promoting a Culture of Volunteering

These achievements are part of the fund's efforts to establish volunteer work as a cornerstone of Saudi Vision 2030, which aims to reach one million volunteers and strengthen sustainable development. The fund has also established a volunteer-work unit aligned with the Saudi national standard and developed innovative strategies adopting international best practices to provide impactful volunteer opportunities.

A Leading National and Humanitarian Role

The fund continuously works to honor the sacrifices of martyrs, the wounded, prisoners and the missing by offering charitable services and programs directed at their families, reinforcing a sense of national pride. This honor affirms the fund's commitment to developing the volunteer-work environment and achieving a positive, sustainable impact.

The Significance of the National Volunteer Work Award

The award aims to:

  • Motivate individuals and organizations to adopt volunteer work sustainably.
  • Recognize outstanding volunteer practices and enhance the quality of initiatives.
  • Contribute to developing the Kingdom's volunteer-work sector by highlighting notable achievements. It covers six categories: government, non-profit, private, educational, volunteer teams, and individuals.

An Ongoing Commitment to the Future

The Martyrs' Fund looks forward to continuing its efforts to spread a culture of volunteering and carry out projects that serve the nation and its heroes, reinforcing values of giving, loyalty and community solidarity.