The Dr. Majeed Foundation, the CSR arm of the multinational health and life sciences company Sami-Sabinsa Group created by the late founder of the company, Dr. Muhammed Majeed, recently awarded USD $30,000 in scholarships to 130 meritorious students from economically disadvantaged families in the State of Karnataka, India as part of ongoing philanthropic programs. The Dr. Majeed Foundation partnered with The Akshaya Patra Foundation to identify deserving students pursing secondary school and higher education to receive the financial assistance.
At a brief ceremony held in Bengaluru, India, Dr. Anju Majeed, Sami-Sabinsa Group Executive Chairperson, together with The Akshaya Patra Foundation CEO Mr. Sridhar Venkat, distributed scholarships to the students being acknowledged for their academic achievements.
“Financial constraints can become a formidable barrier for deserving candidates to pursue higher education,” Dr. Anju Majeed said. “We are pleased to assist The Akshaya Patra Foundation in its efforts by funding student scholarships, and an additional donation to support the organization’s mid-day meal program for students.”
In her address to the scholarship recipients Dr. Majeed emphasized the value of education, and urged the young students to assist the less fortunate when they have the means.
In 2023, the Dr. Majeed Foundation donated USD $59,500 to The Akshaya Patra Foundation to provide nutritious meals for school children in the State. In the last 5 years, the Foundation has provided financial grants of USD $3.5 million to support numerous institutes, social organizations, students, and scholars, for the betterment of society.
In addition to scholarship support, the Sami-Sabinsa Group, in order to foster relationships between academia and industry, extends internship opportunities and industrial trips to graduates and postgraduates from diverse streams at its research and manufacturing facilities. Over 1,300 students from various colleges in India have benefited from this program since 2021.
The Dr. Majeed Foundation, since its inception, has provided academic and financial support to numerous students who otherwise would have to drop out of school. Mr. Shaheen Majeed, Sabinsa Global CEO & Managing Director, said “It is gratifying to note that our efforts will give the students the opportunity for a bright future.”
