The Mohammed bin Salman Foundation ("MiSK"), represented by its "MiSK for Community" track, celebrated yesterday the fourth cohort of graduates from its "MiSK Incubator for Initiatives" and "Impact Accelerator" programs, at a special ceremony held at Mohammed bin Salman Nonprofit City in Riyadh. The ceremony was attended by Minister of Communications and Information Technology Eng. Abdullah bin Amer Al-Swaha and MiSK Foundation CEO Dr. Badr Al-Badr, alongside a number of representatives from government entities and donors.

Achievements of the Two Programs

The ceremony highlighted participants' achievements, including:

  • Converting 11 youth initiatives into nonprofit organizations supported by the "MiSK Incubator for Initiatives" program.
  • Empowering four charitable associations through the "Impact Accelerator" program.
  • The participation of 15 charitable associations, benefiting 117 participants, who received:
    • 2,000 hours of mentorship to support the development of their ideas.
    • Grants exceeding 7 million riyals to implement innovative projects serving young people.

Success Stories and Social Impact

The ceremony showcased inspiring success stories from participants, presenting projects that achieved tangible social impact, alongside future projects aimed at strengthening the Kingdom's nonprofit sector. The two programs serve as a platform for supporting young people and empowering them to develop initiatives that serve their communities and promote active citizenship.

MiSK's Vision for Supporting Youth and Community

Through its "MiSK for Community" track, the MiSK Foundation seeks to:

  • Empower young people and strengthen their active participation in community development.
  • Support innovation in the nonprofit sector and reinforce its sustainability.
  • Build a generation of young leaders capable of driving positive change in society.

These efforts reflect MiSK's commitment to advancing the goals of Saudi Vision 2030 in supporting young people and strengthening their contributions to national development.