Emirates Foundation

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Emirates Foundation is an Abu Dhabi-based foundation (charity) established by Amiri decree in 2005 by order of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Abu Dhabi Crown Prince. The foundation describes itself as

"...a nationwide initiative led by private- and public-sector partnerships. Its mission is to encourage and stimulate increased social consciousness and act as a forum for active participation between the private and public sectors for the benefit of the community."

The foundation offers support and sponsors initiatives in four broad areas: arts & culture; education; science & technology; and social and environment development.