His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Representative of His Majesty the King for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Humanitarian Foundation, affirmed that investing in people is the cornerstone of the humanitarian approach established by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, noting that the Foundation has translated this royal vision since its establishment 25 years ago.

His Highness noted that the Foundation's approach embodies His Majesty the King's keenness to develop and empower people and promote the values of giving and community service, until it became a leading model for humanitarian work in Bahrain and abroad, and a reflection of the royal vision to serve the community. His Highness also praised the continued support of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister by enhancing humanitarian work.

This came on the occasion of His Highness's patronage of the ceremony celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Royal Humanitarian Foundation and announcing its initiatives for 2026, in the presence of Her Highness Shaikha Sheema bint Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Head of the Foundation's Humanitarian Volunteer Initiatives, Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, Minister of Finance and National Economy, a number of Their Excellencies, partners and supporters of the Foundation's initiatives, projects and programmes, as well as the Foundation's employees.

His Highness affirmed that the Foundation is a school that has nurtured generations of citizens who have grown up with a spirit of goodwill, assumed leadership positions, and continued to serve the community. His Highness praised the efforts of the Foundation’s founding members, noting that their contributions laid the foundation for a path marked by generosity and excellence. His Highness also commended the spirit of community partnership of partners and supporters, which was reflected by their contributions and support of the Foundation’s initiatives over the years.

His Highness prayed to Allah the Almighty to bless His Majesty the King with abundant health and happiness, and to reward His Majesty the King for the Foundation’s achievements over the past 25 years, for the lasting positive impact it has had on Bahraini society and beneficiaries inside and outside Bahrain.

During the ceremony, Eng. Ibrahim Dalhan Al Dosari, Acting Secretary-General of the Royal Humanitarian Foundation, delivered a speech in which he congratulated His Majesty the King on the occasion, and praised the efforts of His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa in developing the Foundation's humanitarian work system. Al Dosari affirmed that the 25th anniversary celebration is a shining milestone in a journey full of humanitarian achievements, which began with a noble royal vision and continued with renewed generosity that keeps pace with the needs of society and looks to the future with responsibility and partnership. He noted that the next phase will focus on enhancing social impact, developing programmes and expanding strategic partnerships.

The ceremony included the launch of this year’s slogan ‘‘25 years.. A humanitarian legacy”, which embodies the Foundation's journey and the profound and sustainable humanitarian impact it has made over a quarter of a century.

The Foundation's initiatives for 2026 were announced by content creator Omar Farooq, which include three qualitative initiatives: the Safe Homes Initiative, the Balsam and Hope Initiative, and the Sustainable Social Impact Initiative, which includes the establishment of a specialised educational and rehabilitation centre for children with autism and learning difficulties. During the ceremony, partners and supporters were invited to support these initiatives, raising a total of BD 2,403,400. Contributions remain open to individuals and institutions wishing to support these humanitarian initiatives.

At the conclusion of the ceremony, His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa honoured the Foundation’s founders and members of the first Board of Trustees, as well as long-serving and outstanding employees who received awards for excellence in 2025. His Highness received a commemorative gift from Eng. Ibrahim Dalhan Al Dosari.