As part of its preparations for the celebration of Eid Al-Fitr, Amazon.sa announced its cooperation with Al-Irada Association for the Gifted with Disabilities to create a special version for this year of the assortment of Amazon electronic gift cards for Eid Al-Fitr for customers in Saudi Arabia. The newly launched collection includes two colorful artworks designed exclusively by two talented artists of the Al-Irada Association for Gifted People with Disabilities, which works to develop and refine the talents of people with disabilities in the Kingdom. Amazon.sa e-Gift Cards are now available for purchase of various amounts on Amazon.sa/giftcards or through the Amazon App.
On this occasion, Abdo Shalala, Director of Amazon in Saudi Arabia, said: “At Amazon, we continue our unwavering commitment to supporting talented people from different backgrounds, ideas and perspectives, and embracing them in one place to innovate for our customers. Collaborating with (Al-Irada Association for Gifted People with Disabilities) this year, to design Eid electronic gift cards for Amazon.sa, gives us an inspiring opportunity to present some wonderful local talents, which reflect the true essence of teamwork in Eid. We hope to spread joy in the hearts of our customers while offering more ways to exchange the Eid gift (Eidiya), and at the same time contribute to raising awareness of the rich and diverse cultural scene in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.”
Eid gift card designs
Eid e-gift cards embody the tradition followed in Eid known as “Eidiya”, which is the well-known popular custom of exchanging gifts during Eid between family members and friends, and comes with a distinctive modern touch.
This year's collection includes two exclusive designs, through which the two artists embody their concept of Eid, with a focus on the most prominent aspects of the celebration of Eid al-Fitr and the customs and traditions of Eid in Saudi Arabia, as well as shedding light on the two artists' style of celebrating this exceptionally important occasion.
The first design, created by the artist Reham, who suffers from sickle cell anemia, expresses the feelings of joy on Eid and the general manifestations of joy on this occasion, with elements inspired by Saudi culture and traditions. As for the second design, it was created by Amjad Al-Mutairi. A visually impaired artist, the design of the card combines bright, joyful colors and Eid celebration details that express the privacy of the occasion and the customs and traditions associated with it. The artworks illustrate the feelings of joy and happiness that accompany the celebration of Eid, through the use of bright colors, and shed light on different characters celebrating the holiday.
The Executive Director of the Al-Irada Association for the Gifted with Disabilities, Abdullah Jared, stated that Eid Al-Fitr is considered one of the most important occasions in Saudi Arabia, and he expressed his happiness in cooperating with Amazon in this wonderful initiative that provided the opportunity for talented people with disabilities to highlight their work, as the Al-Irada Association aims to empower talented people with disabilities. By refining and developing their skills until they reach independence, and is keen to shed light on them in society to be shining models for their peers of persons with disabilities, to prove to the whole world that the real disability is a disability of thought, not a disability of a body.
He also expressed Al-Irada Association's pride in this fruitful cooperation, which provided an opportunity for talented people with disabilities to present their talent and creative work, which is a source of inspiration for all segments of society, indicating that this cooperation is the beginning of opening new and diverse horizons for this group that is dear to our hearts.
Ways to shop with Eid e-gift cards from Amazon.sa
Eid e-gift cards from Amazon.sa are the perfect solution for Eid gift giving in an easy and convenient way. And with the support of the Amazon Electronic Payment Services team, the region’s leader in digital payments that is active throughout the Middle East and North Africa, electronic gift cards provide the ability to choose products in more than 30 categories on Amazon.sa, which include home and kitchen supplies, and fashion , electronics, etc., with the use of electronic gift cards that allow easy payment of purchases.
For her part, Mona Al-Sameen, Head of Strategy and Growth for Amazon Electronic Payment Services in Saudi Arabia, said: “Gifting is one of the important ways that allow our customers in the Kingdom to communicate and express their feelings to their loved ones during the celebration of Eid, and electronic Eid gift cards form part of a wide range of reliable payment options.” And the simple that we make available to our customers at Amazon.sa. Collaboration with two artists from the Al-Irada Association added more distinction to this year's collection of Eid gift cards through the innovative designs created by the two artists. We were very happy to learn about the unique perspective of the two artists and the vibrant artwork that expresses the joy of Eid, and we are confident that customers will enjoy the exchange of Eid gift cards during Eid Al-Fitr, while contributing to supporting the diverse talents in the Kingdom.”
Eid electronic gift cards from Amazon.sa can be exchanged for millions of local and international products available on Amazon.sa, which provides the perfect solution for presenting the Eid gift with ease and comfort, as it carries many valuable meanings during this Eid. The cards are available in price categories ranging from one riyal to 6,000 Saudi riyals when purchased online. Also, all gift cards are valid for up to ten years when purchased online, with the possibility of scheduling delivery to the recipient at a later date, and the recipient can also redeem the value of the gift card immediately and directly into his account on Amazon.sa upon receiving the card. Customers can also email the card directly to their loved ones with a special message of their choice.
The launch of this year’s designs of Eid electronic gift cards from Amazon.sa comes after collaboration last year with Saudi artists Alaa Al-Bukhari and Majd Jaha, who created two exclusive designs for the Eid gift card in celebration of Eid Al-Fitr. The two artists designed gift cards that reflected their unique artistic style. , shedding light on the customs and traditions followed to celebrate Eid in Saudi Arabia. The full range of Eid e-gift cards are now available for purchase in various amounts on Amazon.sa/giftcards or through the Amazon App.
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