The AMF was established by Arab countries whose intent was to lay the monetary foundations of Arab economic integration, accelerate the process of economic development in all Arab nations and promote trade among them. The main activity of the AMF is the provision of loans in support of economic adjustment programs.

The Arab Fund finances projects for economic and social development in Arab countries. With a membership comprising all 22 members of the League of Arab States, it extends concessional loans to governments as well as to public and private organizations. Preference is given to projects that are of vital importance to the Arab world and to joint ventures involving Arab cooperation.

The objective of IsDB is to foster economic development and social progress in member countries and in Muslim communities in accordance with the principles of Islamic Shariah. Its membership consists of 52 countries which are also members of the Organization of the Islamic Trade Conference. IsDB has the authority to extend financing and raise funds in many ways and to establish special funds for specific purposes.

OFID's key aim is to foster social and economic progress in the developing world through the provision of concessional financing for developing countries. However, OFID's work goes beyond simply dispensing aid; one of its central aims has always been to advance ‘South-South’ solidarity in every way available to it. It does this by promoting cooperation in many spheres among countries of the developing world. It also aims at championing the cause of the developing world in the international arena.

The Abu Dhabi Fund is a public autonomous institution established by the Government of Abu Dhabi. It seeks to offer economic aid in the form of loans, grants or capital participation projects to Arab, African, Asian and other developing countries, and to engage in other activities which support these objectives.

The object of the Kuwait Fund is to assist Arab and other developing countries in developing their economies. Its activities include the provision of loans, guarantees and grants; technical assistance services; participation in the capital of other development institutions; and representing the State of Kuwait in regional and international organizations.

The purpose of the Saudi Fund is to establish links for financial cooperation with other developing countries, mainly by extending concessional loans for financing projects that contribute to the social and economic well-being of beneficiary countries. Although all developing nations are eligible for assistance from the Saudi Fund, activities are concentrated primarily on the least development countries.