Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation
Building knowledge-based societies across the Arab world
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Launched in 2007 by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, this Dubai-based foundation runs programmes aimed at positioning the UAE as a regional centre for knowledge and research. It funds research projects, activities and initiatives intended to build knowledge-based societies throughout the Arab world. Its main pillars are education, entrepreneurship and research and development. The foundation also works to strengthen the intellectual and cultural role of the Arabic language.
Mission
To develop communities across the Arab world by improving education, supporting scientific research and entrepreneurship, and advancing the role of the Arabic language.
Focus areas & reach
· What they work on and whereFounding story
· Founding, renaming & milestonesThe Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation was established in 2007 by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, with an endowment aimed at closing the knowledge gap between the Arab region and the …
How it stacks up against peers
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Common questions
· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyMohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation is an education nonprofit based in Dubai, UAE. GiveRadar lists it from public charity directories and does not hold an official government registration record for it. It was founded in 2007 and has been operating for 19 years. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 37/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate.
Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 37/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 37 ('Limited data available') reflects limited public data, not concerns about the organization. This is common for smaller, newer, or non-US charities that file fewer public records. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for education charities in UAE is 37/100.
Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation is located in Dubai, UAE. The organization was established in 2007 and has been active for 19 years.
Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation is classified as an Education organization, based in UAE. It operates as a Non-Governmental.
Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation is listed in GiveRadar's directory of UAE nonprofits, compiled from public charity directories. GiveRadar does not hold an official government registration record for it, so confirm its registration status directly before giving. GiveRadar provides data for research and does not endorse any organization. A GiveRadar Integrity Assessment reflects how much public data is available, not whether an organization is safe to donate to, so it is always smart to do your own research before giving.
Launched in 2007 by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, this Dubai-based foundation runs programmes aimed at positioning the UAE as a regional centre for knowledge and research. It funds research projects, activities and initiatives intended to build knowledge-based societies throughout the Arab world. Its main pillars are education, entrepreneurship and research and development. The foundation also works to strengthen the intellectual and cultural role of the Arabic language. Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation is an education organization based in UAE. The organization was founded in 2007.
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Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United Arab Emirates under local rules. Confirm with the charity directly.
Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation is listed in United Arab Emirates. Donations from the Netherlands to charities outside the EU/EEA are generally not tax-deductible for Dutch donors unless the charity is listed on the Dutch ANBI register with foreign-recognized status.
Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation is listed in United Arab Emirates. US donors generally cannot deduct gifts to non-US charities directly. To claim a deduction, route the gift through a US 'Friends of' fiscal sponsor or a donor-advised fund that performs equivalency determination (IRS Rev. Proc. 92-94).
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Latest news
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H.H. Sheikh Mohammed to honour 'most beautiful Quranic voices in the world' - ARN News Centre
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed hails Morocco's 'fighting spirit' in World Cup run - ARN News Centre
Maktoum bin Mohammed meets with founder of Kasumigaseki Capital - MSN
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed opens DEWA's 'largest, smartest net-zero energy' HQ - ARN News Centre
Prolongation de la date limite de dépôt des candidatures pour le 5e cycle du Prix mondial de l'eau Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum jusqu'au 30 septembre 2026 - afp.com
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed welcomes students back to school with special message - ARN News Centre
Mohammed bin Rashid: The UAE does not stop at challenges and bets on its students - خبرني - ننقل لك أخبار الأردن والعالم بموثوقية وتميّز
In presence of President, Sheikh Mohammed meets current, ... - Gulf Today
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed asks UAE to raise flag on November 3 - ARN News Centre
10 Places In The UAE That HH Sheikh Mohammed Has Visited In 2023 - Harper's Bazaar Arabia
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Mission statement · Published
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Headquarters address · On file
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Direct contact · Email or phone published
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Founding date · 2007
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Financial dataNo annual financial filings on file
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Named leadershipBoard and officer list not yet indexed
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Executive payTop-officer pay not disclosed
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Government registrationNo public registry ID
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
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Tax-deductibilityNot verified
Methodology
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Quick facts about Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation
- What is Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation?
- Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation is a education non-governmental based in Dubai, UAE. Launched in 2007 by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, this Dubai-based foundation runs programmes aimed at positioning the UAE as a regional centre for knowledge and research. It funds research projects, activities and initiatives intended to build knowledge-based societies throughout the Arab world. Its main pillars are education, entrepreneurship and research and development. The foundation also works to strengthen the intellectual and cultural role of the Arabic language.
- When was Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation founded?
- Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation was founded in 2007.
- Where is Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation located?
- Headquartered in Dubai, UAE.
- Is Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation trustworthy?
- Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 37 out of 100 (Limited data available). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
- What is Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation's website?
- https://mbrf.ae/
- Are donations to Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation tax-deductible?
- Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of UAE under local rules. US donors should check whether the charity has an equivalency-determination letter or a US-based fiscal sponsor before claiming a deduction.