About GHIF

Global Humanitarian Impact Fund

The Global Humanitarian Impact Fund for Emergency Preparedness and Response (GHIF) is a major tool by Dubai Humanitarian in favor of humanitarian crisis prevention, readiness, and response.

Since 2018, Dubai Humanitarian has supported 24 responses to humanitarian emergencies through the GHIF with more than AED 34 million.

Our Mission

Designed to be a funding connector and serves as a reserve allocation pool. The GHIF acts as a swift donor in support of relief operations by Dubai Humanitarian members, especially at the onset of a crisis.

It helps Dubai Humanitarian secure the purchase and transportation of aid items rapidly.

Our Purpose

The GHIF allows long-term capital growth for more sustainable emergency preparedness and response operations, filling gaps in humanitarian actions and advancing innovation in the humanitarian sector.

Our Story

From Dubai to the world, together we respond

The Global Humanitarian Impact Fund for Emergency Preparedness and Response (GHIF) is a major tool by DXBH (Dubai Humanitarian) in favor of humanitarian crisis prevention, readiness, and response.

As part of the DXBH strategy launched by His Highness Sheikh Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum in 2015, the GHIF is designed to be a funding connector, aiming at gathering contributions from the private sector.

It serves as a reserve allocation pool and acts as a swift donor in support of relief operations by DXBH members, especially at the onset of a crisis; It helps DXBH secure the purchase and transportation of aid items rapidly.

The need for the Global Humanitarian Impact Fund

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needed humanitarian assistance in 2023

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Supporting the UN SDGs

Impact Tracker

Fund Impact Dashboard (Powered by AI)

Real-time visualization of humanitarian aid metrics

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Last updated: December 10, 2025

How the GHIF Works

Contributions

We receive contributions in cash and kind from our supporters.

Growth

The contributions grow the fund. The greater the fund, the greater the impact.

Action

The fund is used to rapidly secure the purchase and transportation of aid items.

GHIF Recognition Program

Contribute to the Global Humanitarian Impact Fund (GHIF) and earn recognition for your noble deeds.

Why Partner With GHIF?

Timely and Effective Crisis Response

The GHIF is structured to act swiftly during the onset of crises, providing rapid funding for the purchase and transportation of essential aid. Partnering ensures that your contributions have an immediate and tangible impact.

Strategic Role in Crisis Prevention and Preparedness

By supporting the GHIF, partners contribute to proactive measures for crisis prevention and readiness, which are crucial for minimizing the human and economic toll of disasters.

Collaboration with a Prestigious Entity

As a key initiative of Dubai Humanitarian under the leadership of His Highness Sheikh Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, partnering with the GHIF aligns your organization with a globally respected humanitarian strategy.

Engagement with a Broad Network of Humanitarian Organizations

The GHIF supports DXBH members, a diverse group of humanitarian organizations. Partnering enables your organization to amplify its impact through collaboration with experienced relief actors.

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Visibility

For private-sector partners, collaboration with the GHIF enhances CSR efforts, demonstrating a commitment to global humanitarian causes while also improving brand reputation through association with a credible initiative.

GHIF Partner Recognition

How You Can Help

Donations in Cash

We receive contributions in cash and kind from our supporters.

Partnership

The contributions grow the fund. The greater the fund, the greater the impact.

Donations in Kind

The fund is used to rapidly secure the purchase and transportation of aid items.

FAQs

What is GHIF?

The Global Humanitarian Impact Fund for Emergency Preparedness and Response (GHIF) is a major tool by Dubai Humanitarian in favor of humanitarian crisis prevention, readiness, and response.

Why partner with us?

The GHIF is structured to act swiftly during the onset of crises, providing rapid funding for the purchase and transportation of essential aid. Partnering ensures that your contributions have an immediate and tangible impact.

What is the need for GHIF?

The contributions grow the fund. The greater the fund, the greater the impact.

If you would like to get involved, send in your inquiry through

+971 4 577 6308+971 4 368 0202