Aid for those affected in Almaty, Kazakhstan

On January 2nd Kazakhstan has erupted into violence. Uncontrolled looting, rioting and crime is affecting the country. This was sparked by protests caused by the outrage due the rise of gas prices, since the government switched to a tariff based pricing model. As a result this has sparked a public show of distrust in the government that was trusted to rule Kazakhstan for 20+ years. While this was a time for change, a lot of major cities descended into chaos, such as Almaty. Where looting, shooting and crime is rampant. On January 5th, the protestors took over control of the Almaty Airport, which the government has since regained by force. With the previous leader, Nursultan Nazarbayev, who led Kazakhstan since 1990, has now been ousted by his people and has since reportedly fled to Kyrgyzstan. The riots in Kazakhstan can be linked to the rise of gas prices, but this is mostly a show of distrust towards Nursultan Nazarbayev who during his reign, would often fail to support his people and deliver on promises made years ago. The current president, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, (assumed June 12th 2019)sacked his whole Kazakh cabinet, and since has been trying to keep the situation in control but at parts the violence and chaos boils over, to the point where a Joint Task Force was created by Russia, Belarus and Kyrgystan to help curb the violence. I have first witness accounts on ground that speak to the destruction of the city and the total chaos it has fallen under, and being born in Kazakhstan myself, my heart goes out to my fellow Kazakhs

I created this GoFundMe campaign to help aid the victims of violence in Almaty, Kazakhstan. . The city that was affected the worst by the violence. I ask you not to donate to Red Cross or UN/UNESCO/NATO, as those funds don't get distributed evenly in areas like Kazakhstan.

100% of the proceeds will go to the follow charities/non-for profits/NGO's (broken down in equal parts):

Operation Mercy Kazakhstan/ Операйшн Мерси

Operation Mercy Kazakhstan aims to serve the poor and marginalized in Kazakhstan through community development and humanitarian aid projects. Their team focuses on serving the most vulnerable - marginalized women and families, children's facing a double burden of poverty and disability and victims of human trafficking's.

Fond Shugala/Общественный Фонд «Шұғыла»

Founded in2007. The activities of the foundation are charities, and the implementation of socially significant projects. The foundation helps families in difficult life situations, single mothers, children with disabilities and orphans.

Bereke City/Социальный проект “Bereke City”

Social housing for people in difficult life situations. Vocational training and employment, aswell as providing social programs for children.

Rasima Temerbaeva Foodbank/Расима Foodbank

A great and reputable woman who provides free food for pensioners, large families, and single mothers. This will be extremely beneficial as it is too dangerous to step outside currently due to the violence, and a lot of pensioners are left without help to acquire food/feed their families. With Rasima and her team being able to deliver meals to their doorsteps it will help ensure the safety of those that are vulnerable

Bulat Utemuratov Foundation/Фонд Булата Утемуратова

A foundation set up by successful Kazakh entrepreneur/patriot. His foundation focuses on providing Emergency Relief Funds. As well as providing care to children with Autism, and providing housing for low income families. The foundation also provides relief for business that were affected during the looting that took place since the protested erupted.

Liga Dobra (League of Good)/Благотворительный фонд "Лига добра

A charitable organization in Almaty that provides assistance to all those in need. Focusing on individuals with difficult life situations as-well community outreach.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me directly and I am happy to answer any questions.

Thank you so much for all your help and attention, I hope this has been insightful and hope to receive your help to better Almaty and those affected by the riots and looting.