Use the official route for the selected Saudi charitable purpose
Saudi donation services should be assessed by their receiving organisation and the purpose they are authorised to support. Ehsan presents charitable opportunities through its partners, while Sahem is the official donation platform for KSrelief programmes. These services do not imply permission for every individual to open an unrestricted public collection. If you want to promote a charitable project, ask the intended beneficiary or competent authority how an appeal may be organised and shared. Avoid substituting a personal bank account for the official route shown by the organisation.[1][2][3][4]
Distinguish domestic giving from international humanitarian support
The country in which a donor lives does not by itself determine where a contribution will be spent. Review the programme, intended beneficiaries and receiving entity on each campaign. Saudi government information identifies Sahem as the official online channel for donations to KSrelief’s work abroad. Other portals focus on different charitable opportunities and account requirements. For a recurring contribution, read how it can be stopped and retain the acknowledgement. Religious giving categories should also be selected deliberately, with any specific allocation question directed to the organisation handling the funds.[1][2][3][4]
Saudi official donation services and their scope
Ehsan: frequently asked questions
KSrelief: Sahem
Shefa: medical donation platform
Saudi National Portal: humanitarian giving
Confirm the Saudi receiving channel
- Use the organisation’s official donation address.
- Ask about permission before creating a public collection.
- Check the selected project’s domestic or overseas destination.