Every day, local heroes across the Arab world are fighting poverty, climate change, and inequality—but they cannot do it alone. Right now, a £495 billion annual funding gap threatens to leave millions behind.

That is where Alfanar comes in. 

For 20 years, we have backed bold, grassroots founders who are building real solutions. £8.6M has been deployed to 202 social enterprises across Egypt, Lebanon, Jordan, and Palestine—directed where it matters most. 

In 2024 alone, we deployed £712k to 38 social enterprises. The results?

• 85k+ lives reached across education, livelihoods, climate resilience, and heritage. 
• 23% growth in self-generated revenue—reducing reliance on donor aid.
• 40% of enterprises expanded across borders—proving this model works.

At a time when international aid is retreating, these numbers stall—and the progress we have made risks losing momentum. Alfanar’s model—pairing catalytic funding with hands-on support—is more vital than ever.  

Thank you for standing with us as we build a more just, resilient Arab world—together.

Explore the report here.