300,000 volunteers in the Ministry of Municipalities and Housing initiatives 2025

In an achievement reflecting the growing community awareness and spirit of giving in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Ministry of Municipalities and Housing revealed a new record in the number of volunteers, with more than 300,000 male and female volunteers participating in the various initiatives launched by the sector during 2025. This announcement comes as a culmination of tireless efforts aimed at integrating all segments of society into the comprehensive national development process.

Promoting a culture of volunteering and Vision 2030

This figure cannot be viewed in isolation from the broader national context; volunteer work is a cornerstone of the Kingdom's Vision 2030, which aims to reach one million volunteers annually. The Ministry of Municipalities and Housing acts as a strategic partner in achieving this goal by providing a stimulating and organized environment for volunteer work. The participation of such a large number confirms the success of plans to transform volunteering from sporadic individual initiatives into organized, institutional work with a tangible economic and social impact, contributing to strengthening national unity and fostering a sense of responsibility towards the nation and its resources.

Comprehensive and diverse volunteer pathways

The ministry explained that the initiatives were not limited to one area, but rather encompassed all aspects of urban and social life. Several key tracks emerged that attracted volunteers, including:

• The housing track: which focuses on supporting the most needy families and restoring homes, thus promoting social solidarity.
• Improving the urban landscape: by removing visual distortions and beautifying cities, which positively impacts the psychological well-being of residents and visitors.
• Environmental path: through afforestation, increasing green spaces and combating pollution, in line with the Saudi Green Initiative.
• Community services: such as the "Preserving Blessings" initiative to reduce food waste, the "Honoring the Dead" initiative, and the community monitoring and oversight initiative.

Direct impact on quality of life

These volunteer efforts directly contribute to the Quality of Life Program, one of the Vision 2030 initiatives. Volunteers not only give their time and effort but also contribute to creating more humane and sustainable cities. The creation and maintenance of public parks and the enhancement of urban identity in various areas help make Saudi cities attractive destinations for living, investment, and tourism. Furthermore, community involvement in these projects fosters a sense of belonging and motivates residents to preserve the public facilities and infrastructure they have helped develop.

The ministry concluded by emphasizing the continued development of these pathways, noting that the non-profit sector is witnessing rapid growth thanks to these national efforts, which bodes well for a future of sustainable urban development in the Kingdom.