Qatar Charity (QC), through the executive directorate for local development, recently organised a mass festival at Aspire Zone to observe Arab Orphan Day.
The organisation aimed, through the festival, to raise awareness about the hardship faced by orphans around the world, and encourage donations for the purpose of sponsoring and supporting orphans.
A number of social, sports and Inshad — religious singing bands — participated in the event.
Locally sponsored orphans, ‘Future Leaders’, also participated in the event. The organisers had devoted one of the activities of the programme to donations, according to a press statement.
The activities and attractions included a short film on orphans, cultural and religious quiz games and a soccer match.
The festival also included a group of entertaining, sports, cultural and religious activities which the participants.
To educate children on the importance of respecting adults, a comedy play was enacted through puppets.
During a talent show, Qatari girl Shamsa Jroud showed her talent with a song titled “You don’t need money to be more beautiful”, while the ‘Art Innovation’ band also performed on the occasion.
Nasser Meghesab, director of social programmes at the executive directorate for local development, pointed out that orphan care 
was a priority for Qatar Charity.
This is done through adopting several programmes and methods of support, he said, noting that many orphans sponsored by Qatar Charity have achieved academic, scientific and personal success at various levels.
Those who participated in the event expressed their thanks to Qatar Charity for providing them with a joyful event and some quality time.
They also affirmed that such events were crucial for the children.