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Growth in nonprofit and volunteering
The 2025 report by the National Center for Non-Profit Sector Development highlights significant growth in the non-profit sector in the Kingdom. The number of specialized organizations increased by 97% to reach 5,395 organizations. The total number of non-profit organizations rose to approximately 7,200, reflecting a growth of 342%. Additionally, the number of volunteers grew by 41% to around 1.75 million, with the economic value of volunteering increasing by 120% to 305 riyals per person per day. The number of volunteering opportunities also expanded to 552,000. The report indicates that developmental spending in the sector reached 6.1 billion riyals, accounting for 76% of the total sector expenditure, with a contribution to the GDP valued at 66 billion riyals. Furthermore, the number of audits and inspections increased by 37%, maintaining an adherence rate of 87%. Over 16,000 fundraising licenses were issued. These developments are complemented by progress in administrative structures, oversight measures, and social investment support, all aimed at enhancing the role of the non-profit sector in the social and economic development of the Kingdom.
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