Al-Bir extends aid to 3,000 families in Makkah villages

MAKKAH — Al-Bir Charity Organization spent SR6 million on 3,000 poor families living in villages south of Makkah during the month of Ramadan. Al-Bir Vice President Abdullah Al-Faiz said the money was from donations from philanthropists and aid from the government. “We carry out charity work in Ramadan and help the needy people to celebrate Eid. We offer aid to families in need, widows, orphans, the disabled and others, in addition to assistance to couples getting married. The organization offers various workshops for the children of the beneficiaries and contributes to projects in the interest of the people of the villages,” said the Al-Faiz. He said the organization ensures water supply in villages by digging wells and sending water trucks. “We also contribute to health projects by providing medical treatment to the needy," he added. The donations included 7,000 Ramadan food baskets, 27,270 bags of dates, 3,000 slabs of meat, 100 pillows and SR1 million in cash deposits in the beneficiaries’ bank accounts,” said Al-Faiz. He said SR850,000 was distributed in checks and SR24,000 was spent in marriage aid. About 100 schoolchildren were given backpacks and 4,500 people were given clothes. The organization has also distributed 13 beds, 100 bags of rice, 400 bags of flour and 122 pairs of good quality shoes. The organization maintains branch offices in Tufail, Malikan and Wadi Numan villages.