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