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Add to Preferred SourcesThe Tahir Foundation, based in Indonesia, made a first-time contribution of IDR 5 billion (equivalent to US$ 350,000) to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA).
In his statement, Dato’ Sri Professor Dr. Tahir, Indonesian philanthropist, and businessman reiterated his support for Palestine refugees:
“It is always a blessing for me and my family to participate in this amazing effort and support all that UNRWA provides to Palestine refugees. We highly appreciate all your humanitarian work for them”.
UNRWA Deputy Commissioner-General Saunders said that UNRWA is extremely grateful to Dato’ Sri Professor Dr. Tahir for the generous donation and for his unwavering commitment to the health and education of Palestine refugees.
The Tahir Foundation is a privately-funded organization founded by Dato’ Sri Professor Dr. Tahir, Chairman of Mayapada Group. The Foundation focuses on healthcare and education services to vulnerable groups.
UNRWA provides life-saving services to some 5.5 million Palestinian refugees registered with the Agency across its five fields of operation, including Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, the West Bank, including East Jerusalem and the Gaza Strip. Its services include education, health care, relief and social services, camp infrastructure and improvement, protection and microfinance.
Original source: UNRWA
Published on 04 October 2019