Kuwait Finance House (KFH) has announced the launch of its 14^th annual Quran Memorization and Recitation Competition, dedicated to children and youth, and the receiving of applications for those wishing to participate during the Holy Month of Ramadan.

The contest affirms KFH’s social role and its keenness to promote Islamic values within the community, in addition to encouraging individual to recite and memorize the Holy Quran.

Executive Manager Social Media and PR Services Center at KFH, Abdullah Al-Saif, said that the contest encourages the discovery of talents in Tajweed, recitation, and memorization of the Holy Quran. “It motivates the current generation to read and memorize the Holy Quran, while also clarifying some of the rules of Tajweed.” He also noted that the contest will be broadcast on KFH's social media channels with extensive media coverage from various outlets.

He added: “Having been launched 14 years ago, the contest is the oldest and the largest of its kind in Kuwait in terms of prizes value, with over 10,000 participants so far.  It is part of KFH’s integrated Ramdan program, demonstrating the Bank’s commitment to its social responsibilities and aligning with the core values of Ramadan, a time for Quranic reflection and recitation.”

Al-Saif further noted that registration for the contest will be available through several modern digital channels to facilitate participation and accommodate the recurring high annual demand. Participants will be categorized into age groups, and according to recitation and memorization sections.

He pointed out that the contest has earned growing trust among Quran reciters year after year, supported by appreciation for KFH as the first bank to initiate such initiative, in addition to the presence of several valuable elements that enhance competitiveness and motivate participants. These include a distinguished judging panel of esteemed scholars, as well as well-structured organization tailored to the varying abilities, age groups, and recitation levels.

Al-Saif revealed that the contest is organized separately for male and female participants. “It includes awards for approximately 40 winners, with prizes distributed to those selected from among the applicants at the conclusion of the contest. Participants will memorize or recite specific verses from designated sections, as determined by the judging panel.” Another contest is being held for KFH employees, with valuable prizes for 30 winners, as clarified by Al-Saif.

Further to Iftar campaigns and mosque hospitality to sports events, public engagement, and Iftar meals distribution, KFH's Increase Good Deeds in Ramadan program offers a diverse range of community initiatives, showcasing its dedication to social responsibility. The program also encompasses daily competitions, Gergean events, awareness videos and sharing Iftar with many entities that perform their duty during Iftar time, as well as distributing Ramadan Basket, affirming KFH's leadership in social responsibility.