Disaster Response Palestine Project #59077

Ramadan 2026 Emergency Appeal: Food for Palestinia

by Nour Charitable Society

Project Report | Aug 11, 2026
400 Families, One Table of Hope - And a Bigger Ram

By Ruaa Abu Odeh | Project leader

Dear Friend

Thank you for answering our Ramadan Emergency Appeal. Because of your compassion, more than 400 families in Bethlehem's refugee camps did not face this holy month alone. In the camps of Aida, Al-Azza, and the surrounding areas, your generosity brought food, dignity, and hope to households living through some of the hardest conditions imaginable.

What your support delivered

This was more than a single kind of aid — it was a lifeline shaped around real needs. Thanks to you, we were able to distribute:

Food parcels filled with essential staples to help families through the month
Fresh meat, a rare and precious provision for households that cannot afford it
Bread, delivered to families as a daily necessity
Hot, ready meals from our own community kitchen, prepared with care for families who cannot provide for themselves — including those who have lost a breadwinner, families facing detention or absence of a parent, and households with no income at all

For a mother trying to prepare iftar with nothing in her kitchen, for a child waiting to break the fast, for an elderly person living alone — your gift meant a warm meal, a full table, and the knowledge that they are not forgotten.

Why this matters more than ever

The situation in the Palestinian refugee camps remains extremely difficult. Poverty is deepening, incomes are disappearing, and the number of families who cannot meet their most basic needs keeps growing. Ramadan, a month meant for togetherness and gratitude, becomes a season of worry for those who do not know where the next meal will come from. Your support turned that worry into relief for hundreds of families.

Looking ahead: preparing for next Ramadan

We want to share our vision for the year to come. The need is not shrinking — it is growing. That is why we are already beginning to prepare for next Ramadan, with the goal of reaching even more families and expanding the reach of our food parcels, fresh provisions, and hot meals from our kitchen.

Reaching more families next year will take early planning and steady support. By standing with us now, you help us prepare in advance, so that when Ramadan returns, we are ready to open our doors — and our kitchen — to every family who turns to us in need.

Thank you for filling tables and lifting hearts this Ramadan. Your kindness reached further than you may ever know, and together, we are preparing to reach even further next year.

With heartfelt gratitude,
Noor Society for People with Disability

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Apr 13, 2026
Ramadan of Giving Under Crisis: Emergency Food

By Ruaa Abu Odeh | Project leader

During the holy month of Ramadan 2026, the project “Ramadan 2026 Emergency Appeal: Food for Palestine” (#59077) successfully continued its humanitarian response to support the most vulnerable families affected by the ongoing crisis in Palestine.

The project focused on providing essential food parcels (food baskets) to families in greatest need, helping them maintain basic food security during a period marked by economic hardship and renewed escalation of conflict.

Despite extremely challenging conditions, we were able to reach 200 vulnerable families through the generosity of our donors and supporters.

Key Achievements

Distribution of 200 food parcels during Ramadan
Each food parcel valued at approximately 800 ILS
Direct support provided to the most vulnerable families
Strengthening food security during a critical humanitarian period

Food Parcel Content

Each food basket included essential basic food items such as:

Rice and pasta
Cooking oil
Flour
Sugar
Canned food items
Basic Ramadan food supplies

These parcels were designed to cover essential household needs during the holy month.

Appreciation & Thanks

We would like to express our deepest gratitude and appreciation to all donors, supporters, and partners who contributed to the success of this campaign.

Your generosity made it possible to reach hundreds of individuals and bring relief and dignity to families facing extremely difficult living conditions.

This support reflects true solidarity, especially during a time when many families are struggling to meet even their basic daily needs.

Ongoing Humanitarian Need

Despite the success of this Ramadan response, the humanitarian situation remains critical.

Economic conditions continue to deteriorate
Food insecurity is increasing
Many families remain in urgent need of assistance
Renewed conflict and instability have increased vulnerability

For this reason, the need for food assistance is not limited to Ramadan, but continues throughout the year.

Continuation of the Project

The project will continue beyond Ramadan as part of an ongoing emergency response program aimed at supporting families affected by the crisis.

We aim to:

Expand the number of beneficiary families
Provide continuous food assistance throughout the year
Respond to urgent needs as conditions worsen
Strengthen community resilience during ongoing instability

We sincerely call on our donors and partners to continue their support.

Your contributions are essential to:

Sustain food assistance programs
Reach additional vulnerable families
Respond to increasing humanitarian needs
Prevent worsening food insecurity

Ramadan is a month of mercy, giving, and solidarity. Thanks to your support, we were able to bring relief to 200 families during this blessed month.

However, the need continues, and many more families are still waiting for assistance.

Together, we can continue to provide hope beyond Ramadan.

“Your support did not only fill food baskets—it filled homes with dignity and hope.”

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Dec 15, 2025
Standing with Families in Bethlehem During a Time

By Rua Ahmad | Noor Rehabilitation center

As the holy month of Ramadan approaches—a time of mercy, generosity, and shared responsibility—Noor Society for People with Disabilities reaches out to our supporters with both gratitude and urgency.

The past period following the war has been exceptionally difficult for families in Bethlehem. The near-total collapse of tourism, once the backbone of the local economy, has resulted in widespread loss of income. Hotels, small businesses, workshops, and family-run shops have closed or drastically reduced operations, leaving many households without reliable livelihoods. Rising food prices and limited employment opportunities have placed families under immense pressure.

For families caring for persons with disabilities, the situation is even more severe. Caregivers often cannot work full-time, while medical, rehabilitation, and daily care costs continue to rise. Today, many of these families are struggling to provide even the most basic necessities.

During the coming year and throughout Ramadan, Noor Society plans to support a larger number of the most vulnerable families by distributing Ramadan food parcels that help sustain households throughout the month of fasting. These parcels will include essential food items to support Iftar and Suhoor, easing the burden on parents and ensuring children do not go hungry.

Targeted Impact for Ramadan

Families to be supported: 150 families
Estimated individuals reached: 750 people
Geographical coverage:
- Aida Refugee Camp
- Al-Azza Refugee Camp
- Bethlehem city
- Beit Jala
- Doha
- Al-Khader

Priority Beneficiaries

Families of children and adults with physical disabilities
Families of persons with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Families of persons with intellectual disabilities
Families caring for individuals with multiple disabilities
Households facing extreme poverty due to loss of income

Age range of persons with disabilities supported: from early childhood to adulthood, with particular focus on children aged 3–18 years and dependent adults.

This Ramadan initiative is about more than food. It is about dignity, compassion, and solidarity. A food parcel allows a family to sit together at Iftar, share a warm meal, and feel remembered during a time of hardship.

We warmly invite you to start your Ramadan fundraising campaigns with Noor Society. Your generosity will help us expand our reach, support more families, and respond to urgent needs during this blessed month.

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