Khaleej Times

Drive to raise Dh15M for mosques

- Ahmed Shaaban ahmedshaab­an@khaleejtim­es.com

DUBAI — A campaign to raise Dh15 million fund to build and develop mosques in underprivi­leged regions across the world has been initiated by the Dar Al Ber Society. The public is urged to contribute in the fundraisin­g themed ‘House in Heaven’, according to a top official.

Abdullah Ali bin Zayed Al Falasi, executive director of Dar Al Ber, said the fund is aimed to build new mosques and maintain old ones. “New carpets, air conditione­rs and lights will be provided for those in need,” he said. “The walls in bad shape shall be rebuilt.”

He added that houses will be built for imams who do not have accommodat­ion close to the mosques. “A charity outlet attached to the mosque will also be built wherever possible.”

Al Falasi said the campaign that has just started this December is to continue for over two months till February 28.

“Contributi­ons are accepted online at Dar Al Ber web portal, smart app, or in person.”

Al Falasi said that a lot of places around the world still lack prayer rooms, while many others are in a dire need for reconstruc­tion or developmen­t.

New carpets, air conditione­rs and lights will be provided for those in need. The walls in bad shape shall be rebuilt.”

Abdullah Ali bin Zayed Al Falasi, executive director of Dar Al Ber

 ?? Supplied photo ?? One of the mosques built by the Dar Al Ber Society in Egypt. —
Supplied photo One of the mosques built by the Dar Al Ber Society in Egypt. —

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