On the sidelines of the Global CSR Forum 2026, held in Riyadh on 5-6 October, Othaim Markets was awarded the corporate social responsibility prize, extending a run of recognition that began in 2024 and continued through 2025 and 2026. The award, announced on the forum's opening day, cites the retailer's sustained investment in sustainability and its evolving portfolio of community initiatives.
The company frames the three-year streak as evidence of an institutional approach rather than a one-off effort, built on partnerships that deliver measurable returns for beneficiaries. Othaim traces its community work back more than 70 years, a legacy it says continues to shape how its programs are designed and where resources are directed.
Company officials said the recognition pushes them to raise the bar further. «This honor is an incentive to keep improving our programs and expanding our community partnerships,» the company said in a statement, adding that lasting social impact depends on coordinated efforts and a shared vision that puts beneficiaries first.
The win aligns with Saudi Vision 2030 goals to strengthen the non-profit sector and widen private-sector participation in national development. Othaim's efforts also reflect a broader push at the forum to embed social responsibility as standard corporate practice across Saudi businesses.