My name is Hoda Al Ghoussein, and I am 74 years old Lebanese woman living in Mechref, Chouf, Lebanon.

In recent years, life here has become very difficult because of the ongoing electricity crisis. Most days, we have little to no reliable power. In my home, this means there is often no electricity for basic needs — no dependable refrigerator to safely store food, no guaranteed hot water for a shower, and no stable heating during the cold winter months.

At my age, living without hot water, proper heating, or consistent electricity is not simply uncomfortable — it is unsafe and exhausting.

I am a widow, and my children are doing everything they can to take care of me and keep me in my home. We are trying our best to manage, but without stable electricity and with parts of the house in need of repair, daily life has become increasingly challenging.

I am hoping to raise $22,000 to install a solar power system that can provide continuous electricity for essential appliances and lighting.

The funds will also help waterproof the roof before winter, provide house heating during cold winters, repair the broken main entrance doors for security, get a reliable fridge to store food, ensure I have hot water for showers, and complete other urgent fixes so the house remains warm, dry, and safe.

This is not about luxury or renovation. It is about having the basic dignity of stable electricity, a warm shower, safe food storage, and a secure home in my later years.

My hope is to complete these installations and repairs as soon as possible, so I can live safely and with peace of mind.

Any support, no matter the amount, brings me closer to having a stable and safe home.

Thank you for reading my story and for your kindness.