Where we have come from

World-changing ideas can emerge from leaders anywhere, but it’s only when we work together that real change will take hold. The MENA region faces major challenges, including conflict, displacement, water scarcity, and food insecurity among others. Traditionally, international organizations and governments have led responses to the challenges the countries of the region face, but with the decline of global aid—especially USAID’s dismantling —there’s an urgent need for new solutions.

Private philanthropy must expand to fill the funding gap, not just with funding but by fostering locally-driven. Context-aware and co-created solutions. Those closest to the issues should lead the response, ensuring sustainable, community-centered impact. With the right support, local organizations can reshape humanitarian aid, moving away from top-down approaches. Philanthropic investments, across the MENA region have the potential to change lives if it is invested in co-created, context-aware and local driven solutions.

A Framework for action

We curate purposeful collaboration that amplifies local voices and drives co-created solutions to address the MENA region’s most pressing challenges. By connecting philanthropic foundations and grant-making organizations with valuable insights and relationships, we empower informed giving and unlock new opportunities for meaningful social impact.

Focus on impact

At Giving Circles – MENA we envision a Middle East where people can live with dignity, purpose, and opportunity