Direct Aid Society has announced the successful conclusion of its annual Adahi project for the Hijri year 1447 (2026 CE). With a total expenditure of KWD 1,638,660, the initiative marked a significant leap forward in enhancing food security and bringing Eid joy to the most vulnerable communities across 27 African nations and Yemen, further advancing a humanitarian mission that began in 1982.

 

60 Days of Field Preparations

 

In its comprehensive digital report, the Society highlighted that its field teams initiated early coordination and logistical preparations 60 days prior to and during the days of Eid al-Adha. These extensive efforts culminated in the offering of 58,584 Adahi. The meat was distributed with high efficiency and professionalism to 1,757,520 beneficiaries, under strict health and preventative protocols at distribution sites to ensure the safety of both staff and recipients.

In this context, the Society recalls the profound words of its late founder, Dr. Abdul Rahman Al-Sumait:

“Adahi is not merely about distributing meat; it mends the hearts of the poor, brings joy to orphans on their Eid, and alleviates the heavy burden of poverty for the elderly.”

 

Project Objectives and Target Groups

 

The 2026 distribution strategy was built around clear strategic goals: enabling underprivileged families to partake in the Eid rituals, fostering community solidarity, ensuring Islamic compliance in the ritual process, and bolstering food security.

 

The aid was channeled directly to the most vulnerable segments, primarily focusing on:

 

* Impoverished families* in remote, isolated villages.

* Displaced populations* and those affected by natural disasters.

* People of determination* (individuals with disabilities) and their families.

*Widows, single mothers of orphans,* and the elderly with no breadwinner.

 

Field operations spanned 27 countries, with resources allocated based on local needs assessments and population density.

With this year’s achievements, the cumulative number of Adahi entrusted to and executed by Direct Aid since its inception in 1982 has reached an impressive total of 667,820.

 

The Adahi Endowment: Amplifying Strategic Impact

 

In a related context, Direct Aid shared gratifying news with its endowment donors and contributors regarding the performance of the “Adahi Endowment” (where a minimum perpetual contribution of KWD 400 yields one Adahi annually in the donor’s name). This year, the endowment generated KWD 165,586 in returns, which alone funded 8,371 Adahi, bringing vital relief and joy to 251,130 individuals.

 

Stringent Quality Control and Governance

 

Direct Aid reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to governance and transparency through an integrated methodology. This included:

 

*Early purchasing* to hedge against price volatility and secure livestock that fully meet Sharia standards.

*Rigorous veterinary screening* to guarantee food safety.

*Secure transport* to certified slaughterhouses and remote villages.

 

To preserve human dignity and prevent overcrowding, pre-allocated distribution cards were issued to eligible recipients. The entire process was subjected to strict internal and external oversight, backed by meticulous performance documentation and donor reporting. The distribution was also accompanied by spiritual reflections and prayers of gratitude for the donors.

 

A Note of Gratitude to Partners

 

Direct Aid concluded its statement by expressing its deepest gratitude to its benefactors and partners for their invaluable trust and for entrusting the Society with their Adahi. The organization emphasized that this support provided wholesome sustenance to those in need and alleviated the hardships of proud, struggling families, praying that Almighty Allah accepts the good deeds of the donors, and that the Society remains a trustworthy beacon for humanitarian impact.