The Royal Mint has announced a fundraising partnership with Islamic Relief UK, in which some money from sales of gold bars will be donated to the international humanitarian charity during this year’s Ramadan.
Throughout the month of Ramadan (19 February - 20 March), 2.5% of online sales revenue from the currency supplier’s 1g and 5g gold bars featuring the Kaaba, the sacred Muslim site, will be donated to Islamic Relief UK.
In support of the charity’s Sudan Emergency Appeal, the Royal Mint will also donate two 1g and two 5kg Kaaba bars for Islamic Relief UK to auction.
Both organisations will also run a joint social media prize draw, giving away 10 of the smaller gold bars.
The Kaaba range was created in collaboration with the Muslim Council of Wales in 2023, originally launching as a 20g minted bar.
Currently, the 1g bars are listed for £175 on the Royal Mint’s website while the 5g bars are listed for £689.
Partnership will help ensure aid is delivered ‘to those who need it most’
Zia Salik, interim director of Islamic Relief UK, said: “We’re thankful to be supported by the Royal Mint this Ramadan.
“Right now, in Sudan, civilians are facing dire conditions as the humanitarian need continues to rise.
“The money raised from the sale of these Kaaba bars will support our programmes in Sudan which are a vital lifeline to families whose lives have been torn apart by conflict.
“Our partnership with the Royal Mint is a very special one. Their support for our work will help to ensure that our programmes can deliver aid to those who need it most.”
Andrew Dickey, director of precious metals at the Royal Mint, said: “I’m proud to continue the Royal Mint’s partnership with Islamic Relief UK for Ramadan.
“This holy month is a time of giving, and we’re delighted to support the charity’s vital work through our sales donations and event auctions.”
