Amazon Egypt Expands Ramadan 2026 Initiatives, Providing Over 4.3 Million Meals to Families in Need

Amazon Egypt is expanding its food security initiatives this Ramadan by strengthening

its partnerships with the Egyptian Food Bank and Share a Smile Foundation Since the

launch of these programs, Amazon Egypt has contributed to over 4.3 million meals, and

this year, it aims to further increase its impact by introducing the “Tekkeyet el Mahrousa

mobile kitchen and continuing the “Iftar on Wheels” program These initiatives are supported

by Amazon’s employees who volunteer their time and effort to help distribute meals across

Egypt during Ramadan

“Tekkeyet el Mahrousa” Mobile Kitchen: Delivering 11,000 Hot Meals to Underserved Cairo Neighborhoods

Amazon Egypt has partnered with the Egyptian Food Bank to launch the “Tekkeyet el Mahrousa

mobile kitchen, which provides hot and nutritious meals to families experiencing food insecurity

The mobile kitchen will serve 6 underserved neighborhoods in Cairo, distributing 11,000 meals to

those in need This initiative enables Amazon to directly deliver meals to the target communities

ensuring that nutritious meals are provided in a timely manner Mohsen Sarhan, CEO of the Egyptian

Food Bank, stated“Our partnership with Amazon Egypt through the ‘Tekkeyet el Mahrousa’ initiative

allows us to provide direct food assistance to families in need across Cairo By combining Amazon’s

operational capabilities with our expertise, we can maximize our impact and ensure that more families

can observe Ramadan with access to hot meals

“Iftar on Wheels” Program: Providing 400,000 Meals Across Egypt This Ramadan

Amazon Egypt is continuing its “Iftar on Wheels” program, which has been a key initiative

in the company’s commitment to supporting local communities during Ramadan In 2026

the program aims to provide 400,000 meals to families in need across Egypt Since its inception

the program has already provided more than 4.3 million meals to hundreds of thousands of

beneficiaries nationwide Amazon’s logistics expertise and employee volunteers are key components

of the program’s success, with Amazon employees contributing annually to meal preparation and

distribution Nagwa El Assy, Founder of Share a Smile Foundation, commented The ‘Iftar on

Wheels’ program goes beyond just distributing meals—it’s about giving hope and dignity to

families during Ramadan Thanks to Amazon’s collaboration, we have been able to significantly

scale this initiative, reaching even more communities across Egypt this year What truly inspires

us is the sight of Amazon employees volunteering with us, embodying the spirit of giving that

defines Ramadan

Amazon Egypt’s Ramadan Box: Supporting Families in Need with Essential Groceries

As part of its ongoing Ramadan initiatives, Amazon Egypt has launched its annual Ramadan Box

which contains 6.3 kg of essential groceries, including rice, sugar, cooking oil, lentils, ghee, pasta

fava beans, and tea The Ramadan Box is priced at EGP 384, and customers have the option to

donate the box to a charity of their choice or directly to families in need This year, Amazon Egypt

is contributing over 3,000 kilograms of Ramadan Boxes to the Tawasol Organization, supporting 480

families in the Istabl Antar area Additionally, Amazon is encouraging customers to participate in its

social media challenge aimed at promoting generosity and inspiring donations of Ramadan Boxes to

those who need them most

Amazon’s Commitment to Community Impact: Supporting Vulnerable Communities Year-Round

Amazon Egypt is driven by a strong belief in food security and the idea that collective

action can make a tangible difference in addressing food insecurity Nadine Abouelgheit

Regional Volunteering Product Manager at Amazon, commented Our Ramadan initiatives

are a reflection of Amazon’s long-standing commitment to supporting communities across Egypt

By partnering with trusted organizations like the Egyptian Food Bank and Share a Smile Foundation

we can extend our reach and ensure that more families have access to the support they need

The passion and dedication of our employee volunteers are integral to the success of these efforts

further strengthening our connection with the communities we serve As part of its broader mission

to combat food insecurity, Amazon Egypt actively engages its employees in community support

initiatives throughout the year, ensuring a lasting impact on the communities where it operates