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22 Sep 2025

In the heart of crises, the hand of giving remains the only source of hope. In Gaza, children and their families endure harsh conditions that have deprived them of the most basic necessities of life; the voices of children, the weary faces of mothers, and the sorrowful eyes of fathers all stand as daily witnesses to the suffering of thousands affected in the Strip. In such circumstances, donations become the greatest means of embodying mercy and solidarity, turning the values of compassion into tangible impact.

Today, the responsibility toward Gaza is a collective one, and it is an opportunity for each individual to play a role in confronting injustice against our people. In this article, we will highlight the importance of donating to Gaza and its impact on improving the lives of children and families in need.
Humanitarian Challenges in Gaza: The Reality of Children and Families in Need
Gaza today is living through one of the most challenging stages in its history, under the continued aggression and destruction that has targeted both people and infrastructure for two full years before the eyes of the entire world. All while the blockade imposed on its people only adds to the bitterness of this aggression; children—whose lives should be filled with safety, education, and play—find themselves trapped between fear and deprivation, while hunger slowly consumes their little bodies. Many have lost their families or homes, while others are forced to live in overcrowded camps that lack even the most basic requirements of a dignified life.

The Strip suffers from severe shortages of food, medicine, and clean drinking water, alongside power outages and the collapse of basic infrastructure. These dire circumstances force mothers to struggle to secure even a single daily meal for their children, while fathers stand helplessly before their sons’ and daughters’ screams for food and safety. 
Unfortunately, these challenges are not confined to the present but also threaten the future, as people are deprived of their fundamental rights to food, water, education, and healthcare—placing entire generations in a cycle of poverty and suffering.

All of these challenges paint a shocking picture of prolonged human suffering in Gaza, where survival itself has become a daily battle fought by families with every ounce of patience and strength they have left. This is why donations and humanitarian support remain the only means to alleviate such hardships, to lift this injustice, and to deliver a message of solidarity that plants hope in the hearts of those afflicted.
How Donations Help Provide Food and Basic Needs
Food is one of the most fundamental human rights, and the very first necessity people seek in both war and peace. In Gaza, under the conditions of siege and aggression imposed by the Israeli illegal occupation forces, and with food scarcity and soaring prices, securing a proper meal has become a daily challenge that far exceeds the capacity of many families.

Here, the impact of donations becomes direct and tangible; every contribution, no matter how small, can be transformed into a food basket that protects families from the looming threat of famine. 

But, donations are not limited to food alone but also extend to providing clean water, clothing, and essential supplies that ensure a minimum standard of dignified living. This humanitarian support directed to Gaza alleviates the burden of hunger and deprivation, gives children the chance to grow in good health, and offers families a measure of stability—albeit temporary—that helps them face harsh circumstances with dignity and hope.
The Role of Donations in Supporting Education and Healthcare for Children
Beyond food, education and healthcare remain the two essential pillars for the future of Gaza’s children. Many schools have been damaged or forced to close, threatening the right of thousands of children to continue their education. Here, donations serve as a lifeline, as they can be directed toward rehabilitating schools, providing learning materials, or even supporting alternative educational programs that give children a chance to pursue their studies despite the challenges.

On the healthcare front, the shortage of medicine and medical equipment continues to worsen the suffering of children and patients. Every donation dedicated to healthcare contributes to providing treatment for injured and sick children, while also securing emergency services for critical humanitarian cases.
Safe and Easy Ways to Donate and Support Gaza Through Tkiyet Um Ali
At the heart of its humanitarian mission, Tkiyet Um Ali stands alongside the people of Gaza through a variety of programs and initiatives designed to deliver aid safely and effectively. The organization has launched several relief campaigns to meet the urgent needs of children and affected families, with a special focus on providing food as a top priority.

Donors can contribute in multiple ways, such as donating essential food parcels that cover the needs of families, or donating to The Fresh Vegetable Food Basket Campaign, which ensures that families receive healthy and balanced meals. Tkiyet Um Ali also provides simple and secure donation channels through its website or at its official centers, giving donors peace of mind that their contributions will reach those who need them most.

The role of Tkiyet Um Ali goes beyond delivering aid it is also about building bridges of solidarity between donors and families in need, turning individual giving into a collective impact that alleviates Gaza’s suffering and restores hope to the hearts of its children and their families. Every donation through Tkiyet Um Ali is a genuine step toward a better, more dignified life for those affected.