Qatar's humanitarian spirit is not unknown to those who call the country home. However, it has been even more evident in today's unprecedented times as the world faces the COVID-19 pandemic.

The country has extended a helping hand to several nations in need of support to tackle the virus while also introducing praiseworthy initiatives locally to minimize the negative impact of the crisis.

Earlier in April, Qatar's Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs had announced that with the support of Hifz Al Naema, it will give out food baskets to over 1000 needy families for three months.

Now, the Ministry has announced that it has launched the third phase of the program.

#وزارة_الأوقاف والشؤون الإسلامية تدشن المرحلة الثالثة من مبادرة سلة العطاء التي تصل إلى (1500) أسرة مستفيدة.

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Under the program, Awqaf's Waqf Fund for family and childhood care teamed up with Hifz Al Naema to continue supporting the center's ambition of helping families in need.

During phase 1 and phase 2 of the initiative, the Ministry supported at least 1,500 families with more than 6,000 people registered at the center.

In addition to providing them integrated food baskets, Awqaf also tied up with Widam company to distribute meat to the needy.

Through the Zakat Fund, Awqaf also provided clothing to these families and about 2,600 workers on the occassion of Eid Al-Fitr.

Director-General of the General Directorate of Endowments Sheikh Dr Khalid bin Mohamed Al Thani underlined the Ministry's eagerness to support Hifz AlNaema to help the families affected by the pandemic.

According to the official, the Ministry endeavors to help Hifz AlNaema reach the largest number of beneficiaries.

He called on all members of the community to extend their support to the initiative.

If anyone wishes to donate, they can do so by calling the number 66011160.

For any queries, or concerns related to COVID-19 in Qatar, the public can contact a 24/7 hotline set up by the Ministry. The hotline number is 16000 and is toll-free.

Here's everything you need to know about the virus, including ways to protect yourself. 

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Source: QNA

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