Al Jalila Foundation
A pioneering global philanthropic organisation dedicated to transforming lives through healthcare
About Al Jalila Foundation
Al Jalila Foundation is a pioneering global philanthropic organisation and the official giving arm of Dubai Health. Established in 2013 by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, the Foundation is dedicated to transforming lives and shaping the future of health through the seamless integration of care, learning, and discovery.
Driven by a commitment to compassion and innovation, Al Jalila Foundation provides life-changing medical treatment to patients who cannot afford quality care, ensuring that no individual is denied hope because of financial constraints. The Foundation also invests in the next generation of healthcare leaders through prestigious scholarships and empowers scientific advancement by funding pioneering research focused on the region's most pressing health challenges, including cancer.
Sports Philanthropy
At Al Jalila Foundation, we believe in the profound ability of sport to inspire, unite, and transform lives.
Sport brings communities together, showcases human resilience, and provides powerful platforms for raising awareness around life-changing causes. Our Champions of Hope, athletes from across the UAE, use their dedication, discipline, and visibility to advocate and to raise vital funds that directly support treatment, research, and medical innovation.
Through every challenge they undertake, these athletes turn personal endurance into collective impact. Their efforts remind us that sport is not simply a pursuit of performance, it is one of the most uplifting and meaningful ways to give back, creating hope where it is needed most.
Advancing Cancer Care
Globally, cancer cases continue to rise, including among younger populations. In the UAE, cancer remains one of the leading causes of mortality, with thousands of new cases diagnosed every year.
At the heart of every statistic is a human story, a child whose education is interrupted, a parent balancing treatment with family responsibilities, and a community rallying around a loved one navigating their diagnosis and treatment.
As the UAE marks the Year of Family, this reality takes on deeper meaning. Cancer does not affect individuals alone; it reshapes families, communities, and generations. Behind every patient are loved ones navigating uncertainty, and in many cases, the financial weight of treatment, while trying to stay hope-full and focused on recovery.
CycleAgainstCancer has partnered with Al Jalila Foundation to help ease that burden, ensuring patients can access life-saving treatment with dignity, care and hope.