Funding the Gap: Support the Displaced in Lebanon

Emergency

Funding the Gap: Support the Displaced in Lebanon
The war on Lebanon rages on and the number of displaced people is constantly increasing as Israel expands its attacks on densely populated civilian towns and neighborhoods across South Lebanon and the Bekaa. Humanitarian aid initiatives are also increasing, but more is still needed, with a large number of families stranded off the radar of these initiatives. Reefna (our countryside) is an association based in Southern Lebanon that aims to create open and diverse spaces for dialogue and thinking and to build bridges between different communities in Lebanon. Through our network of friends and supporters we have gained access to an increasing number of families that are stranded in different displacement locations with little access, if any at all, to basic services. We are trying to fill some of the many gaps. Today we are in touch with more than 500 families who are off the radar of humanitarian assistance, and we intend to change that, with your support. The needs are enormous, with winter closing in. We aim to provide dry food assistance, mattresses, medicine, and baby care essentials and female hygiene products for those in need. These families have rough moments ahead of them, help us make them feel hopeful, resilient and not abandoned. Our work has started with the support of our friends, but we need to scale up our support and expand our reach to fund the increasing gap. For more information about this campaign please call the following contact persons: Ali Mourad: +96176840900 Mohammad Awada: +9613210162 Samer Abdallah: +9613946213 Jad Shahrour: +9613571470 Farouk Yaacoub: +9613809563 Arabic below تشتد الحرب الاسرائليلة على لبنان وعدد النازحين يتصاعد بشكل مستمر بموازاة توسيع اسرائيل لرقعة عدوانها، مستهدفة البلدات والأحياء المكتظة بالسكان في جنوب لبنان والبقاع والضاحية الجنوبية لبيروت. المبادرات الانسانية في ازدياد أيضا، لكن الحاجات تكبر بسرعة. عائلات كثيرة لا تصلها المساعدات وتبقى خارج اطار العون. جمعية "ريفنا" تأسست وتمركزب في جنوب لبنان للمساهمة في انشاء مساحات منفتحة ومتنوعة للحوار والتفكير ولبناء الجسور بين مكونات المجتمع اللبناني. من خلال شبكة الأصدقاء والداعمين استطعنا الوصول لعدد متزايد من العائلات اتي لم ترصدها مبادرات الإغاثة والمساعدة بعد، والموجودة في مناطق مختلفة، خارج مراكز الإيواء، وبأمس الحاجة للمساعدة. نحاول من خلال جمعية ريفنا أن نسد بعضاً من الحاجات الكثيرة لهذه العائلات. اليوم نحن على اتصال مع أكثر من 500 عائلة لا تحصل على المساعدة من خلال القنوات الرسمية أو غير الرسمية، وبمساعدتكم نطمح لتغيير هذا الواقع. الحاجة تكبر مع اقتراب فصل الشتاء. نسعى اليوم لتأمين الحصص الغذائية والفرش والدواء، بالإضافة الى حاجيات الأطفال والرضع ومستلزمات العناية الصحية للنساء. أمام هذه العائلات أيام صعبة، ساعدونا لنجعلها أقل وطأة، ولنعيد لهم الشعور بأنهم ليسوا متروكين. لقد بدأنا العمل بمساعدة الأصدقاء، لكن يجب علينا أن نكثف عملنا ونوسع رقعة المساعدة لنساهم في سد جزء من الفجوة المتفاقمة. للمزيد من العلومات عن هذه الحملة يمكنكم الاتصال بالأشخاص المسؤولين عنها: علي مراد: 0096176840900 محمد عواضة: 009613210162 سامر عبدالله: 009613946213 جاد شحرور: 009613571470 فاروق يعقوب: 009613809563 La guerre au Liban fait rage, et le nombre de personnes déplacées ne cesse d’augmenter alors qu’Israël intensifie ses attaques contre des villes et des quartiers civils densément peuplés dans le Sud du Liban et la Bekaa. Les initiatives d’aide humanitaire se multiplient, mais elles restent insuffisantes, laissant de nombreuses familles en dehors du champ d’action de ces initiatives. Reefna (notre campagne) est une association basée dans le Sud du Liban qui vise à créer des espaces ouverts et diversifiés pour le dialogue et la réflexion, tout en bâtissant des ponts entre les différentes communautés au Liban. Grâce à notre réseau d’amis et de soutiens, nous avons pu identifier un nombre croissant de familles bloquées dans différents lieux de déplacement, avec peu ou pas d’accès aux services de base. Nous essayons de combler certaines des nombreuses lacunes existantes. Aujourd’hui, nous sommes en contact avec plus de 500 familles qui échappent à la portée des initiatives humanitaires, et nous avons l’intention de changer cela avec votre soutien. Les besoins sont immenses, alors que l’hiver approche. Nous avons pour objectif de fournir une aide alimentaire sèche, des matelas, des médicaments, ainsi que des produits essentiels pour les soins des bébés et l’hygiène féminine à ceux qui en ont besoin. Ces familles traversent des moments difficiles. Aidez-nous à leur donner de l’espoir, à renforcer leur résilience et à leur montrer qu’elles ne sont pas abandonnées. Notre travail a commencé grâce au soutien de nos amis, mais nous devons intensifier nos efforts et élargir notre portée pour répondre à des besoins en constante augmentation. Pour plus d’informations sur cette campagne, veuillez contacter : Ali Mourad : +96176840900 Mohammad Awada : +9613210162 Samer Abdallah : +9613946213 Jad Shahrour: +9613571470 Farouk Yaacoub: +9613809563

$5,722 raised Of $50,000

Give Baby Jawad a life-saving heart surgery

Medical

Give Baby Jawad a life-saving heart surgery
UPDATE: We have lowered the fundraising goal because the family has been able to find another hospital, Hotel Dieu, with specialists who can do the surgery at a much lower cost than the American University of Beirut Medical Center. The total cost of the surgery will be $20,000, and $10,000 of that will be covered by a philanthropic fund. HOWEVER, the hospital will not admit baby Jawad or do the surgery until the receive the full amount. In addition, the family has already incurred several thousand dollars in costs for his care at the hospital where he was born, which does not have the ability to do the surgery. We urgently need to reach $10,000 in order to be able to get him admitted to Hotel Dieu and into surgery. Baby Jawad was born in a Beirut hospital with a heart defect that requires open heart surgery. He urgently needs to be transferred to the American University of Beirut Medical Center where specialists are prepared to perform the surgery, but the cost - even after a discount from the hospital and contribution by a philanthropic fund - is $41,000, and the hospital requires an upfront payment of $20,000 before they will transfer him. Baby Jawad's parents have no way to raise that kind of money. His mother's heart is breaking. Please help save Baby Jawad's life and give him and his family a future. If the full amount of funds is not raised via this campaign, the money will still be given to the family to go toward the medical costs for baby Jawad's care.

$4,871 raised Of $15,000

Support My Family & Displaced Ones Amid War Crisis

Solidarity with Lebanon

Support My Family & Displaced Ones Amid War Crisis
My name is Lea, and I am reaching out with hope and urgency. Lebanon, our beloved home, is enduring one of the most difficult periods in its history. War, economic collapse, and widespread humanitarian crises have left countless families struggling just to survive. My own family is among those trying to navigate these harsh realities, and the road ahead feels more daunting each day. Today, I am launching this campaign with a heartfelt goal: to raise $13,000 to help my family regain stability, nurture a more secure future through business development, and extend relief to displaced families who are facing life-threatening conditions. Our Goals: 1. Immediate Relief for My Family ($6,000) Debt Relief ($3,000): Your support can help us pay off urgent debts that weigh heavily on us, allowing us to breathe and rebuild. Winter Preparations ($500): This will help winterize our home, bringing warmth and safety to my loved ones during the cold months. Home Expenses ($1,500): Essential costs for everyday living are a continuous struggle, and this portion will help meet our basic needs. Business Development ($1,000): By investing in my small business, I hope to build a sustainable path forward, shielding us from future crises and providing hope for better days. 2. Relief for Displaced Families ($6,000) Your generosity can provide essential medical supplies, devices, and winter equipment to displaced families whose lives have been torn apart by conflict. These families are enduring unimaginable hardship, and timely assistance can be a matter of life and death. 3. Campaign Support and Future Efforts ($1,000) This will cover the platform fees and create a modest reserve to continue aiding those who need it most through future campaigns. Commitment to Transparency and Accountability I promise to be fully transparent about how every dollar is spent, especially for the relief efforts for displaced families. I will share updates and documentation to show how your kindness has touched lives and sparked change. Why Your Help Matters Your contribution means more than financial support—it is a beacon of hope. It tells families like mine and those displaced that they are not alone, that someone out there sees their suffering and cares enough to act. With your help, I can create a path to a sustainable livelihood and provide critical aid to those whose voices are often unheard. Please, join me in this mission. Your donation, no matter the size, will ripple out to bring relief, warmth, and hope. If you cannot contribute financially, sharing this campaign with your network would be an incredible act of kindness that can help us reach others willing to help. From the depths of my heart, thank you for your compassion and belief in the power of community and kindness.

$0 raised Of $13,000

Helpustohelp1

Solidarity with Lebanon

Helpustohelp1
Help the Displaced in Lebanon – Direct Support from People to People In Lebanon, millions are facing an unprecedented crisis, with families displaced due to economic collapse, political instability, and the devastating aftermath of the Beirut explosion. While many organizations are doing important work, we believe in the power of direct, community-driven support — that’s why we’re raising funds **from people to people**. Our mission is simple: to provide immediate relief to those who need it most. The funds we raise will go directly to displaced individuals and families, bypassing large institutions to ensure that every penny supports real people, facing real challenges. ### How We Help: - **Emergency Aid**: We provide essential resources such as food, water, and hygiene products to families who have lost their homes and livelihoods. - **Shelter Support**: We help secure temporary housing or shelter for those living in unsafe or overcrowded conditions. - **Healthcare Assistance**: We connect displaced individuals with medical care, providing access to doctors, medications, and other necessary health services. - **Education for Children**: We ensure displaced children continue their education by providing them with school supplies, tuition support, and learning resources. ### How We Work: - **100% of Donations Go Directly to Those in Need**: We ensure full transparency in how funds are distributed. We work closely with local volunteers, trusted community leaders, and grassroots activists to make sure donations reach those who need them most. - **No Middlemen, No Bureaucracy**: This initiative is powered entirely by the generosity of individuals like you, with no large organizations or administrative costs taking a cut. We believe in direct, unfiltered support, so the help you give reaches the people who need it without delay. - **Transparency**: We provide regular updates on how funds are being used and the impact of your donation. Photos, videos, and stories from the people we’re helping will be shared so you can see the direct impact of your generosity. ### How You Can Help: - **Donate Today**: Every contribution, big or small, makes a difference. Your donation will be used to provide urgent relief and long-term support for displaced families. - **Spread the Word**: Share our campaign with your friends, family, and social networks. The more people who know about this initiative, the more we can achieve together. - **Get Involved**: You can also volunteer your time, resources, or skills to help with local distributions and other efforts on the ground. Together, we can make a real difference in the lives of displaced families in Lebanon. Let’s come together to rebuild what’s been lost, one person at a time.

$0 raised Of $2,000