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Oman Charitable Organisation disburses over RO3mn aid across Oman in H1 2025

Wednesday, 9 July 2025 20:41

Muscat – Oman Charitable Organisation (OCO) distributed more than RO3mn in aid within the sultanate during the first half of 2025, reaffirming its ongoing commitment to supporting those in need and promoting transparency and public trust. The organisation released a report recently detailing the volume of assistance provided and highlighting its humanitarian efforts across the […]

Muscat – Oman Charitable Organisation (OCO) distributed more than RO3mn in aid within the sultanate during the first half of 2025, reaffirming its ongoing commitment to supporting those in need and promoting transparency and public trust.

The organisation released a report recently detailing the volume of assistance provided and highlighting its humanitarian efforts across the sultanate.

Badr bin Mohammed al Zaabi, Acting CEO of OCO, stated that publication of the report reflects the organisation’s strategy to assess the humanitarian impact of its work and enhance institutional transparency.

He informed that OCO is undergoing a comprehensive development phase to improve performance and expedite its response to eligible beneficiaries, including a new initiative aimed at completing beneficiary procedures within a shorter timeframe.

Zaabi also expressed his gratitude to all contributing institutions and individuals, particularly companies that actively support corporate social responsibility programmes.

“OCO continues to dedicate itself to building strategic partnerships that serve the community and deliver meaningful and measurable outcomes,” he added.

The assistance provided during the first half of the year was wide-ranging. Direct financial support totalled approximately RO513,000 and benefited 1,489 individuals.

Food assistance exceeded RO1mn, supporting 39,514 people, while educational support amounted to over RO157,000 and was extended to 231 students.

Medical aid reached over RO50,000, benefiting 39 individuals. Housing assistance totalled more than RO142,000, helping 77 people. Additional services worth over RO73,000 were also provided to 39 beneficiaries. Furthermore, specific assistance for orphans exceeded RO900,000, benefiting 4,157 children.

OCO reaffirmed its commitment to meeting the needs of the Omani community through innovative programmes and effective partnerships that contribute to social stability and foster the values of solidarity and compassion.

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