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Dear Friends,
My name is Ibrahim Jaber, and I am a 37-year-old husband and father of two young boys, Youssef (6 years old) and Elias (3 years old). My family and I live in Gaza, where war and destruction have turned our once-peaceful home into a place of unimaginable suffering.
In the most recent attacks, our home was destroyed, and our lives changed forever. When the neighboring house was bombed, I suffered a fractured skull, and my son Elias sustained a severe neck injury. Our house is now rubble, and even the simplest things we owned, like clothes, were burned to ashes.
This is why I am reaching out to you, compassionate souls, for help. We need your support to escape this nightmare, rebuild our lives, and give our children a future filled with hope instead of fear.
Why We Need Your Help
Gaza has become an unlivable place. Constant bombings, destruction, and fear have left us with no choice but to seek safety outside. Unfortunately, leaving Gaza is incredibly expensive and complicated.
We need to raise $30,000 to cover the following costs:
- Border Crossing Fees: $20,000 (for 4 people, $5,000 each, paid to the only office handling this process in Gaza).
- Living Costs in Egypt: Between $3,600 and $7,200, depending on how long our visa processing takes. This covers basic needs like food, rent, and utilities.
- Visa Applications: $800 ($200 per person).
- Airplane Tickets: $2,000 ($500 per person at the lowest rate).
Without this financial help, we cannot leave Gaza, and our dream of safety and stability for our children will remain out of reach.
Before the War
Before the war, we lived a modest but peaceful life in Gaza. I worked hard to provide for my family, and we dreamed of giving our children a bright future. Youssef and Elias are bright and full of potential, but the war has robbed them of their innocence. The sound of bombings and destruction now fills their days, replacing the laughter and safety they once knew.
After the War
Since the bombings destroyed our home, we’ve been left with nothing. We live day to day, struggling to find food, water, and shelter. Every corner of Gaza feels unsafe, and the fear of losing more—our lives or each other—never leaves us.
The physical injuries we’ve suffered are a constant reminder of the violence we’ve endured. My fractured skull has caused chronic pain, and Elias still bears the scars from his neck injury. Beyond the physical wounds, the emotional toll on my family is immeasurable.
We dream of a fresh start in a safe place where our children can laugh, learn, and grow without fear.
Why You Should Support Us
Your donation is more than just financial aid—it’s a lifeline. It’s a chance for my family to escape the endless cycle of violence in Gaza and begin a new life in safety.
Here’s how your support will directly help:
1.Crossing the Rafah Border: $20,000 is needed to pay the fees for the only office arranging safe passage out of Gaza.
2.Temporary Shelter in Egypt: We’ll need between $3,600 and $7,200 to stay in Egypt while we wait for our visas to Germany to be approved.
3.Visas for Germany: $800 to cover the application costs for all four of us.
3.Air Travel to Germany: $2,000 for four airplane tickets to finally reach safety.
Reaching Germany is our ultimate goal. My cousin lives there and has promised to help us rebuild our lives once we arrive.
How You Can Help
Every donation, no matter the size, brings us closer to safety. Here are ways you can help:
1.Donate: Your contribution directly helps cover the costs of escaping Gaza.
2.Share: Please share our story on social media, WhatsApp, and with your community to help us reach more people.
3.Pray for Us: Your prayers and positive thoughts give us strength in these dark times.
Your kindness and compassion can change our lives forever. We are eternally grateful for any help you can provide.
Summary of Costs
To ensure transparency, here’s a breakdown of the $30,000 we need:
- Border Crossing Fees: $20,000 ($5,000 per person for 4 people).
- Living Costs in Egypt: Up to $7,200 ($300-$400 per person monthly for 3-6 months).
- Visa Applications: $800 ($200 per person).
- Airplane Tickets: $2,000 ($500 per person).
We promise to use every dollar to escape Gaza, secure temporary shelter in Egypt, and reach Germany to start a new chapter of our lives.
A Final Plea
From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for taking the time to read our story. Living in Gaza is no longer an option for my family. We dream of a life where my children can grow up without the constant sound of explosions or the fear of losing their parents.
Your support, whether through a donation or sharing our story, gives us hope when we need it the most. Together, we can turn this nightmare into a brighter future.
Thank you,
Ibrahim Jaber & Family
Organizer and beneficiary
Said Jaber
Beneficiary