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"My name is Maha Ahmed. I am 40 years old. We don't have a home. We live in a torn tent that does not protect us from the heat of the sun or the cold of winter. My husband suffers from pulmonary artery hypertension and my daughter suffers from double squint in the eyes. Please help. I am from Gaza. Living is hard. We are a family of 6 members."

"اسمي مها أحمد. أبلغ من العمر 40 عامًا. ليس لدينا منزل. نعيش في خيمة ممزقة لا تحمينا من حرارة الشمس ولا من برد الشتاء. يعاني زوجي من ارتفاع ضغط الدم في الشريان الرئوي، وتعاني ابنتي من حول مزدوج في العينين. أرجوكم ساعدونا. أنا من غزة. الحياة صعبة. نحن عائلة مكونة من 6 أفراد."

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From Lyvia Brooks, Boise, ID

Hi, I'm Lyvia. I'm fundraising for my dear friend Maha and her family in Gaza. Their situation is heartbreaking, but with your kindness, we can help bring light and relief into their lives.

The funds will go directly toward essentials—medical treatment for her husband and daughter, food, clean water, warm clothing, and any small gifts that can bring joy to the children.

For transparency, I’ve been sending receipts to Maha for every transfer I receive in my bank (Pioneer FCU). I’ve been sending the funds directly to her husband Saed’s PayPal account.

I’ve been sending support via PayPal and sharing updates on Instagram @vanillacreamchai. You can send directly to my PayPal: @sickandhot222 (please include the note “For Maha”).

Maha reached out to me through Instagram. If you’d like to connect with her, she’s at @mahaahmed7110. She’s an incredibly strong and loving mother doing her best to care for her family.

Thank you for reading, for sharing, and for caring. Every little act of support is a lifeline—and deeply appreciated.

With warmth and love,

Lyvia ♡

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