Sharjah Ruler directs grants for SSSD's beneficiaries

SHARJAH: His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has announced a special financial assistance programme for families in need. 

This initiative aims to help families supported by the Social Services Department achieve a better quality of life, with a target monthly income of Dh17,500.

A total of 2,114 families in Sharjah will benefit from this grant, as they currently earn less than this amount. The programme will cost a total of Dh134.45 million and will begin distributing funds starting January 1, 2025.