Help a family from Gaza rebuild safety and hope

I am Caroline Al-Khazandar from Gaza. My family's situation is extremely tragic; my father has a heart condition, and I have two brothers who suffer from brain atrophy. During the war on Gaza, the Israeli occupation completely destroyed our only source of livelihood. We had a children's clothing store that we established in 2022, and it was entirely demolished. We lost everything, our business and our home, and we no longer have any source of income.

Our Story

Our lives used to be so beautiful. We had a lovely home and a thriving children's clothing store, a charming boutique lovingly operated by our mother, Mama Suzan. She has been a skilled tailor for over 30 years, pouring her heart and soul into every stitch. In 2022, we took a leap of faith, investing every penny of our savings into this dream. The store was more than just a source of income; it was a beacon of our hopes and dreams for a better future for our family.

But now, those beautiful memories feel like distant, unreachable dreams. Our once vibrant and happy home has been reduced to rubble. The store, the labor of love, is gone. Our family is scattered, and we are living in constant fear and uncertainty.

My father, who suffers from heart disease, is in desperate need of his medication. But with the hospitals in ruins and no medical aid in sight due to the ongoing genocide, his condition worsens every day. We are trapped with no safe place to go, no means to escape the relentless terror that surrounds us.

Loss of Everything

But now, everything is gone. Our home is destroyed, and our beloved store lies in ruins. The devastation is so overwhelming, it feels like the ground has been ripped out from under us.

The suffering extends far beyond the loss of our possessions. We are struggling to find the basic necessities of life—essential medicines, adequate food, clean water. The ongoing conflict has severed supply chains, making it nearly impossible to obtain these vital resources. Each day is an agonizing struggle as we fight to keep our family alive amidst the chaos and uncertainty.

Our hearts are heavy with grief, our dreams turned to dust. The vibrant life we once knew has been replaced by a relentless battle for survival. The memories of our happy home and flourishing store are now haunting reminders of all we have lost.

Please, your support can help us secure these necessities and alleviate some of the unbearable burdens we face. Your kindness can bring a glimmer of hope and relief to our lives in the midst of this nightmare.

Challenges with Family

Complicating matters further, we have two brothers who suffer from mental disabilities. Their care and support require additional resources that we currently don't have access to.

The donations we receive will be allocated towards several critical objectives aimed at rebuilding our lives and providing essential support to our family:

Repairing and reconstructing our devastated home, which was destroyed during the conflict.

Restoring the basic infrastructure and amenities necessary for comfortable living.

Reestablishing our children's clothing store, enabling us to regain financial stability and self-sufficiency.

Restocking inventory, repairing damaged equipment, and revitalizing the business to serve our community once again

Accessing specialized medical care, therapy, and support services tailored to the unique needs of Yehia and Mnt Allah.

Providing ongoing assistance and supervision to ensure their well-being and integration into our restored family environment.

Procuring essential supplies such as food, clean water, and medications to sustain our family's health and vitality.

Addressing immediate needs and ensuring access to basic necessities for all family members

Supporting educational opportunities for my brothers, tailored to their abilities and interests.

Investing in vocational training programs to empower them with skills for potential employment opportunities in the future

Accessing professional counseling and mental health services to cope with the trauma and emotional distress caused by the conflict.

Providing a supportive environment for healing and resilience-building for all family members.

We humbly request your donations to help us rebuild our lives. Your contributions will go towards rebuilding our home, restarting our business, and providing essential care for my brothers. Every dollar you donate will make a significant difference in our journey to recovery and stability.

In these challenging times, your generosity can provide us with hope for a better future. Please consider extending your support to our family in Gaza. Together, we can overcome the adversities we face and rebuild what has been lost.

Thank you for your kindness and compassion.