Net worth $5.9 billion (2018) Mr. Abdulla Ahmad Al Ghurair was born in the Emirate of Dubai. Mr. Abdullah had been involved in many humanitarian causes. He is also one of the first supporters of the development and enhancement of the educational sector in the UAE. His contribution to philanthropy in the Arab world was recognized on a regional level in 2016 when the Arab League Educational, Cultural and Science Organization (ALECSO) appointed him as the first goodwill ambassador for education in the Arab world.

Education, Microfinance, Sports, Youth

Abdulla Al Ghurair Foundation for Education create opportunities to activate the untapped potential of Arab youth, providing underserved, high-achieving students with the scholarships, support and skills training that they need to thrive. They imagine a world where the scholars become leaders in their communities and ambassadors of education in the region. They aim to reignite what is already in the region’s DNA: a culture of giving back, a connectedness to community, and a spirit of generosity that creates impact