Emergency Aid for Gaza & Lebanon

Emergency Aid for Gaza & Lebanon

March - April 2024

Project Overview

143 families in Bekaa Valley, Lebanon, Al-Bukhari Camp and Abu Daqa Camp received emergency food assistance through a community-led, cash-for-work approach.

143

Food Parcels Distributed

715+

Individuals Reached

$3,575

Total Cost

LocationBekaa Valley, Lebanon & Khan Younis, Gaza
TimeframeMarch - April 2024
PartnersDCA & Rifad Association
DeliveryCommunity-led, Cash-for-Work
  • ✓Targeted vulnerable groups: women-headed households, elderly, refugees, low-income
  • ✓100% of food in Gaza was locally sourced and packed

Dignity Focused Aid Delivery

A cash-for-work, community-led food assistance approach that enables families in Khan Younis to assemble culturally appropriate food parcels while sustaining local livelihoods.

100% of the food in Gaza was locally sourced and packed in Gaza.

Aid was delivered during the month of Ramadan, a time of reflection and unity.

Aid delivery

See Our Work in Action

Voices from the Community

“

This food came at the right time. My children had nothing for Iftar.

— Mother in Gaza

“

We feel seen. Thank you for not forgetting us during Ramadan.

— Elder in Lebanon

“

I helped pack and deliver the parcels — I felt proud to serve my community.

— Local volunteer

Challenges & Lessons Learned

Challenges

  • ●Gaza: Security, scarcity, and logistical constraints due to blockade
  • ●Lebanon: Economic instability and widespread poverty

Lessons Learned

  • ✓Local procurement and partnerships ensured cultural alignment and timely delivery
  • ✓Community involvement increases trust and impact
  • ✓Ramadan is a powerful window to build hope and solidarity

Acknowledgements

Together, we brought peace and dignity forward during a time of great hardship.

  • ●Development and Cooperation Association (DCA), Lebanon
  • ●Rifaat Association, Gaza
  • ●Local volunteers and field staff in Lebanon and Gaza
  • ●All donors and supporters who made this effort possible