RHF Aids 4,821 Families and Individuals in 2024

Nearly 4,821 Bahrainis, including families and individuals, received aid from the Royal Humanitarian Foundation (RHF) over the course of 2024, new figures show.

Living allowances accounted for the largest share, supporting 2,455 families. Marriage assistance reached 1,348 people, while 760 benefitted from medical aid. Fire relief was provided to 84 families and individuals. The foundation also furnished 20 homes, helped 50 families with appliances, extended study support to 25 people, and aided 79 under its debt-relief scheme.

The total number of beneficiaries marked a 17 per cent rise on the previous year, when 4,128 families and individuals were assisted.

Monthly sponsorships further expanded the foundation’s reach, supporting 6,518 widows and 4,550 orphans. Each person in these categories receives a monthly sum of 60 dinars.

Formed by decree, the RHF carries a broad remit spanning social, health, and educational aid. Its programmes include caring for widows, orphans, and the elderly, as well as supporting people with special needs. The foundation also backs non-profit projects such as orphanages, kindergartens, homes for the elderly, centres for children and people with disabilities, and family rehabilitation schemes.

In addition, it contributes to long-term development by supporting small and medium-sized enterprises and allocating land for social and charitable work.