As the humanitarian crisis in Gaza continues, thousands of children are growing up without the care and protection of one or both parents. UNICEF estimates that around 17,000 children have been orphaned, while nearly two million people remain displaced across the Gaza Strip.

For the relatives and caregivers who have stepped in to look after these children, providing even the most basic necessities has become an immense challenge.

That's why Action For Humanity is supporting 150 orphaned families across Gaza through unrestricted cash assistance, helping caregivers meet their children's most urgent needs with dignity and flexibility.

Supporting those caring for Gaza's children

Among those receiving support is Suha, who now cares for five orphaned children after losing family members and her home during the conflict.

Today, the family lives in a tent after being displaced from Jabalia. One child lives with a disability caused by the conflict, while another has lost his eyesight and continues to travel for treatment despite the difficult conditions. Without a regular source of income, Suha relies on community kitchens and the generosity of others to feed the children.

"Markets may have food, but without money we cannot buy even the simplest items."

For families like Suha's, the greatest challenge is often not knowing what tomorrow will bring or whether they will be able to afford the essentials their children need.

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Why unrestricted cash assistance matters

Every family faces different circumstances. One caregiver may need to buy medicine for a child recovering from injury. Another may need food, hygiene items or clothing. Some may need to pay for transport to reach healthcare services.

Rather than providing the same package of assistance to every household, unrestricted cash assistance gives families the freedom to decide what their children need most. This flexible approach helps caregivers respond quickly to changing circumstances while preserving their dignity and independence.

Delivering support in challenging conditions

Providing cash assistance in Gaza requires innovative solutions. Severe shortages of physical cash and disruption to financial services have made accessing money increasingly difficult for families across the Strip.

Working through the PalPay digital payment network, Action For Humanity's teams in Gaza are delivering direct cash assistance to widowed mothers and caregivers, helping them access funds safely and efficiently despite the complex operating environment. This gives families immediate purchasing power to buy food, medicine and other essential items without unnecessary delay.

Helping families rebuild hope

Through this project, Action For Humanity is supporting 150 orphaned families across the Gaza Strip, helping caregivers provide the essentials children need while easing some of the pressures they face each day.

While no amount of assistance can replace what these children have lost, unrestricted cash assistance offers families something invaluable: the ability to make their own decisions, respond to urgent needs and care for their children. Together, we can help ensure orphaned children in Gaza have the support they need to face tomorrow with hope.

Your support can help orphaned children and their caregivers access the essentials they need most. By giving today, you can provide families with the freedom to buy food, medicine and other urgent necessities, helping them face each day with dignity and hope.

Donate today and help support orphaned families across Gaza.

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