Al-Salam Hospital Open in Madina
The hospital was inaugurated to provide healthcare services to visitors of the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah. This effort underscores the Kingdom’s dedication to supporting pilgrims and residents alike with top-tier medical care.
The Al-Salam Endowment Hospital in Madina has been lauded as a significant humanitarian project, reflecting Saudi Arabia's commitment to benevolence and charity under the leadership of King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. This initiative aligns with Saudi Vision 2030, aiming to enhance the nonprofit sector's role in economic development and promote a unified, charitable society.
The hospital was inaugurated to provide healthcare services to visitors of the Prophet’s Mosque in Madina. This effort underscores the Kingdom’s dedication to supporting pilgrims and residents alike with top-tier medical care.
- Historical Significance: Madina has a rich history of nonprofit development, being the birthplace of the first Islamic endowment. Prince Salman highlighted this legacy, noting the rise of charitable organizations and the establishment of Saudi Arabia’s first endowment hospital, funded by philanthropists through the Ehsan National Platform for Charitable Work.
- Philanthropic Contributions: The Al-Salam Endowment Hospital is a result of generous donations, including a significant SR250 million ($66.66 million) contribution from philanthropists, benefiting over 95 associations in the Kingdom. Plans for a new endowment hospital in Makkah and an additional SR50 million donation were also announced, further cementing Saudi Arabia’s commitment to charitable healthcare initiatives.
- Government Support and Vision: Commerce Minister Majid Al-Qasabi and Health Minister Fahd Al-Jalajel both expressed gratitude for the support of King Salman and the crown prince. They acknowledged the role of Ehsan in strengthening the nonprofit sector and emphasized the government’s dedication to providing exceptional healthcare services to visitors of the Two Holy Mosques.
- Future Plans and Acknowledgements: The ceremony also included the announcement of ongoing health-related endowments, with the Health Endowment Fund and community partnerships now valued at over SR1.54 billion. Prince Salman extended his thanks to the philanthropists, Ehsan’s supervisory committees, and participating health sectors for their contributions to the Al-Salam Endowment Hospital.
