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UAE Consul-General in New York joins with local organisations to support needy families during Ramadan

NEW YORK , 26th July, 2016 (WAM) -- On behalf of the United Arab Emirates Consulate in New York and the Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan Foundation, the UAE Consul-General, Majid Al Suwaidi, has provided a US$10,000 donation to the Islamic Circle of North America, ICNA, Relief USA, which was chosen as a beneficiary by the New York Police Department’s Muslim Officers Society. In addition, the UAE provided meals to over 100 needy families identified by the NYPD Muslim Officers Society during the Holy Month of Ramadan. "Ramadan is a time for reflection and giving back to the community," said the UAE Consul-General. "We are fortunate enough to be able to help these organisations, and hope that this will inspire others to do the same." The NYPD Muslim Officers Society was founded in January 2006, and formally recognised by the Police Commissioner on May 19th, 2008. It was formed to promote American patriotism and encourage the demonstration of respect and honour among Muslims in law enforcement who have contributed to the building and preservation of the United States of America. The Muslim Officers Society is open to all members of the service, both civilian and uniformed. "We thank the UAE and the Khalifa Foundation for their generous contribution," said Lt. Adeel Rana, President of the New York City Police Department Muslim Officers Society. "The NYPD Muslim Officers Society felt a sense of pride for being part of the Khalifa Foundation’s assistance programme. It was an emotional moment to see smiles and tears from families when they received their assistance. The ICNA shelter is also excited and looking forward to using these funds to help those in need." Established on September 1st, 1968, the Islamic Circle of North America was a response to the growing need for a supportive Muslim community in North America. The organisation initially focused on educating its growing membership about Islam. In the UAE, the 19th Day of each Ramadan commemorates Zayed Humanitarian Day, to mark the anniversary of the passing of the UAE’s founder, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. UAE citizens and residents are encouraged to be generous and filled with a sense of spirit to give back to their communities and provide a helping hand to those less fortunate and deserving to honour the life and legacy of Sheikh Zayed. - Emirates News Agency, WAM – http://www.wam.ae/en/news/emirates-international-aid/1395298135803.html

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