The Foundation was established in honor of the late Sheikh Khalid bin Sultan Al Qasimi. It embodies his vision of a safer world for children, particularly in the Global South. It is chaired by Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, the wife of H.H. the Ruler of Sharjah and Chairperson of the Supreme Council for Family Affairs.

We envision a world where children’s fundamental rights are upheld, their well-being is safeguarded, and their future is secure. Our mission is to bridge critical gaps in child protection and development through impactful programs and strategic partnerships, ensuring sustainable, positive change.

KSQF focuses on addressing the needs of children in conflict zones, poverty-stricken communities, and areas affected by natural disasters. The Foundation’s strategic plan focuses on regions including Latin America, East Africa, Southwest Asia, North Africa, and South Asia, with the goal of ensuring children’s safety and well-being.

Our work is guided by three core pillars, which are embedded across all our programs and partnerships to create a meaningful, lasting impact:

• Safeguarding: Protecting children from harm and promoting their best interests through a comprehensive ecosystem-based approach that addresses diverse needs.

• Advocacy: Raising awareness, influencing policy decisions, and amplifying children’s voices to ensure their essential needs, such as identity, education, healthcare and emotional well-being, are being met.

• Capacity Building: Equipping communities and organizations with the knowledge, skills, and resources to sustainably protect children.

The Foundation is dedicated to supporting children affected by conflict, natural disasters, and poverty in developing countries around the world. While we do not operate programs within the United Arab Emirates, we deeply acknowledge and commend the UAE government’s efforts  to protect and safeguard children.  The Foundation reinforces the UAE’s unwavering commitment to creating a safer, more secure environment for all vulnerable populations.

The Foundation has active programming in Mexico, and Zanzibar, Tanzania, with plans for further expansion in other regions, including in East Africa, South Asia, Southwest Asia and North Africa, prioritizing the unique challenges and needs of children in these regions.

The Foundation focuses on sustainable child protection programs and community support initiatives only through a grant making model working with international humanitarian and development organizations, as well as local grassroot organizations.  The Foundation does not provide direct financial support to individuals.

Our grant application process is currently by invitation only. When we invite an organization to apply, we begin by working together to align on the grant size, the issue to be addressed, and how the proposed work connects to the Foundation’s objectives.

We maintain close communication throughout the process, providing clear guidance on each step – from understanding  how the process works and expected timelines to the decision-making stages and what to anticipate along the way.

We also discuss the potential for renewal well before the end of the grant term, with the understanding that all renewals are reviewed as new, separate applications.

• Idea Exchange & Initial Screening
  We begin with an informal conversation to learn more about your work and explore alignment.

• Concept Note & Summary Submission
  If we find alignment between our work, we will invite you to submit a short concept note to better understand your proposed work.

• Application Development
  If your concept is approved, you will proceed to the next stage where we invite you to submit a proposal and collaborate with you to develop a full application. This stage is iterative and reflective of our partnership approach.

• Application Review
  Your application is reviewed internally.

• Recommendation & Decision
  We finalize a recommendation and bring it forward to the Board for approval. (timeline: Up to 30 business days).

• Notification and Grant Agreement
  We notify you of the decision and then proceed to the grant agreement stage.

• Communications and Visibility Plan
  As part of the grant agreement, we work with you to develop a communications and visibility plan for the partnership.

Yes, we offer local volunteering and limited internship opportunities in the UAE to support awareness campaigns and community outreach, which is a meaningful way to contribute even if not working in the field. We encourage all interested parties to reach out via our website to learn more.

The Foundation welcomes donations and support to help sustain its programs and initiatives.

Details on how to donate can be found via the following link:
https://ksqf.ae/donate/

Yes. While the Foundation is not a Zakat-collecting entity, we design and implement projects that meet Zakat compliance requirements in collaboration with local partners.

If you are interested in supporting a Zakat-compliant initiative, please contact us on info@ksqf.ae to discuss how we can align your contribution with eligible criteria while advancing our mission to protect children in vulnerable situations.

• Donate to the Foundation’s Programs
  Contribute financially to support the Foundation’s initiatives, helping provide essential resources for child protection and humanitarian efforts.

• Provide In-Kind Support
  Donate goods, services, or resources that can directly benefit the Foundation’s programs and the communities they serve.

• Sponsor an Event/Initiative
  By sponsoring an event or initiative, you can directly contribute to the Foundation’s mission of protecting children and advancing humanitarian efforts. This could include fundraising events, public space activations, or awareness campaigns. Your support helps bring impactful projects and programs to life, making a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.

• Raise Awareness
  Help spread the word about the Foundation’s work by sharing our initiatives with your network, engaging on social media, or hosting awareness events.

• Partner as an Organization
  Collaborate with the Foundation as a corporate or nonprofit partner to amplify their impact and support their mission.

• Take on a Challenge for a Cause
  Sports enthusiasts, such as runners can support the Foundation by turning their challenges into fundraising efforts.

• Support as a Small Business Owner
  Entrepreneurs and business owners can contribute by allocating a percentage of their profits to the Foundation, making a lasting impact while growing their business.

• Volunteer Your Time or Expertise
  Get involved by offering your time or professional skills to support the Foundation’s initiatives, whether through volunteering or specialized contributions.

Yes, individuals and businesses can sponsor specific projects at the Khalid Bin Sultan Al Qasimi Foundation. Your support, whether through sponsorship, in-kind services, or participation in awareness campaigns, directly contributes to protecting and empowering children in vulnerable situations worldwide.

Collaboration is central to how we measure impact. We work closely with implementing partners to co-create solutions that are grounded in locally driven needs assessments, ensuring our interventions are relevant, sustainable, and responsive to community priorities.

To ensure accountability and effectiveness, we work with our partners to assess progress against globally recognized benchmarks, including the Sustainable Development Goals, and refine our work based on ongoing feedback and data.

KSQF focuses on achieving goals under three UN SDGs:

• Target 8.7: End Modern Slavery, Trafficking & Child Labour
  We align our efforts with SDG Target 8.7, which calls for the eradication of forced labour and the worst forms of child labour. Our strategy centres on prevention and protection by investing in child protection systems, essential infrastructure, and sustainable livelihoods, while strengthening legal frameworks and their enforcement.

• Target 16.2: Protect Children from Abuse, Exploitation, Trafficking & Violence
  We confront the grave realities of child trafficking, sexual exploitation, and violence through targeted interventions aligned with SDG Target 16.2. Our efforts prioritize prevention through awareness-raising, strengthening protective environments, and supporting victims and survivors.

• Target 5.3: Eliminate Forced Marriages and Genital Mutilation
  We align our efforts with SDG Target 5.3, which calls for the elimination of all harmful practices, including child marriage. Our prevention-focused work strengthens child protection systems, expands access to education, provides economic alternatives, and raises community awareness—while engaging families, elders, religious figures, and leaders to drive change.

KSQF is funded through various channels including seed funding, a program-specific fund, individual giving, and corporate giving. We are grateful to our supporters who join us in our mission to protect and empower children in vulnerable situations by ensuring their fundamental rights are upheld. We manage donations with the highest level of accountability and transparency, allowing us to maximize our impact and honor the generosity of those who share our vision.

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