Cayan Group signs strategic deal with Patients Friends Committee

Cayan Group, the leading property developer in the Middle East, has signed a strategic care agreement with ‘Patients Friends Committee’ Riyadh, in the context of twinning philanthropic strategy between both parties. Representing the mutual trust between them since 2014, This step underlines Cayan’s belief in the importance of the company’s contribution to society, and further cements their commitment to a culture of social responsibility by supporting patients in need, and dedicating themselves to become an effective presence in the field of humanitarian and charity work. The agreement includes several items to provide support and assistance, and the adoption of four programs which provide a range of benefits to patients in need. Chairman of Cayan Group Ahmed Al Hatti, who represented Cayan at the signing ceremony, said “we at Cayan, see it as our duty to contribute to social responsibility. By signing this agreement, we confirm the importance of our role in social responsibility, our contribution with other institutions in the development of awareness of a socially responsible culture, and a commitment to our employees who are involved in all the programs sponsored by the group and who willingly participate in community service knowing that it is not the responsibility of economic entities alone, but is also the responsibility of able-bodied individuals like themselves. It is no wonder that all members of our group are racing to contribute to this noble goal. We invite all business sectors to play their role in serving the community by activating social responsibility departments and cooperating with the most credible and transparent organizations whose work has translated to real benefits on the ground. Policies and strategies rooted in social responsibility also have the effect of raising the level of competition between business sectors in order to achieve the objectives of social development. This also in line with our religious teachings.” On choosing ‘Patients Friends Committee’ as a partner in this strategic agreement, Hatti referred to the organization as having “Proven implementation of programs in a way that serves sick and needy people while providing us with the ability to monitor and transparent final reports of what is being disbursed from the support provided to them, as well as always inviting us to participate in visits to patients and hospitals. The organization gives us a chance to stand up for ourselves and get involved in the noble humanitarian role of community service, especially involving the participation of women in the program who volunteered to visit patients in need during Ramadan and Thu Alhijjah seasons. This is what created our full trust and lead us to choose them. We are convinced of the renewal of the agreement between us, and will continue to support the organization and help her patients. " — SG