The recent events in Gaza are heartbreaking to witness. The ongoing genocide by Israel has claimed over 35,000 lives, many of them women and children. In the face of such devastation, the least we can do is show our support.
With no access to basic necessities like clean water, food, and healthcare, donation drives across the United Arab Emirates are actively seeking contributions to aid the innocent civilians caught in this crisis inflicted upon them. Below, you’ll find some of the most reliable and impactful organisations where you can donate to help provide relief to the victims in Rafah and beyond.
Reputable Organisations Making an Impact
To ensure that your donations are used effectively, consider contributing to well-established organisations that have a proven track record of providing aid to Rafah and other areas in Palestine.
UNRWA
UNRWA plays a vital role in supporting Palestinian refugees, including those in Rafah. Their efforts include providing education, healthcare, and emergency relief services.
Save the Children
This global organisation focuses on improving children’s lives through education, healthcare, and emergency response. Their presence in Gaza ensures that vulnerable children receive the necessary support.
Emirates Red Crescent
Emirates Red Crescent has opened donation centers across the UAE to collect aid for families. Open daily from 8am to 6pm, these centers accept everything from food and medical supplies to hygiene products, blankets, nappies, and milk powder. For those who cannot be physically present, online donations are also an option.
Doctors Without Borders
The international organisation Doctors Without Borders consists of workers from over 70 countries, focusing on providing medical care to those in need.
UNICEF
UNICEF and its partners are on the ground in Gaza, delivering crucial humanitarian support to families and children. They are providing safe drinking water, medical supplies for hospitals, medicines for at least 1,600 people for one month, and mental health and psychosocial support.
Middle East Children’s Alliance
This children’s rights nonprofit is sending emergency assistance to families who have had to flee their homes. Their efforts are also focused on delivering medical supplies to hospitals and clinics, ensuring that those in need receive the care they deserve.
Palestine Children’s Relief Fund
One of the largest humanitarian organisations in Palestine, the Palestine Children’s Relief Fund (PCRF) is focused on delivering crucial medical relief and humanitarian aid, including food and clean water, to victims in Gaza. Notably, more than 50% of these victims are children, making the PCRF’s efforts even more vital.
