Al Jalila Foundation Commits AED19.25 Million to Paediatric Cancer Care
The Foundation's substantial investment supports nearly 300 children since 2015, reinforcing its dedication to accessible healthcare for young patients across the emirate.
Al Jalila Foundation has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing paediatric oncology by allocating AED19.25 million towards cancer treatment for 297 children over the past decade. This significant financial commitment underscores the Foundation’s unwavering dedication to ensuring that young patients receive the essential care they require, regardless of circumstance.
The announcement arrives during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, observed throughout September, a period dedicated to raising consciousness about the challenges faced by children undergoing cancer treatment and their families. This timing reflects the Foundation’s proactive engagement with critical healthcare awareness initiatives.
Al Jalila Foundation occupies a pivotal position within Dubai Health’s strategic vision to advance health for humanity. The Foundation achieves this through a coordinated approach encompassing Care, Learning, Discovery, and Giving—a framework that ensures comprehensive support extends beyond treatment alone.
Recognising the need for sustained, dedicated funding streams, Al Jalila Foundation launched The Cancer Fund in February 2026. This specialised initiative provides targeted resources for children’s cancer treatment whilst guaranteeing the continuity of care essential for positive patient outcomes. The establishment of this dedicated fund demonstrates the Foundation’s forward-thinking approach to addressing persistent healthcare challenges.
At Dubai Health’s Al Jalila Children’s Hospital, young patients benefit from multidisciplinary team care throughout their complete treatment journey. This integrated approach ensures that children receive holistic support addressing not only medical requirements but also the wider wellbeing considerations integral to paediatric care.
Through its patient support programmes, Al Jalila Foundation enables children to access necessary treatments whilst maintaining supportive care frameworks that acknowledge the complex needs of young patients and their families. This comprehensive approach reflects best practices in contemporary paediatric oncology.
Source: WAM