From Amal's words:

We appeal to you on behalf of a Palestinian family from Gaza, headed by a widowed mother named Ibtisam, who alone bears the burden of a harsh life with her children and grandchildren after they lost their support and security.

This family has experienced the horrors of war in all its facets: bombing, fear, repeated displacement, and the loss of their home and stability. Today, they are without safe shelter, facing poverty, cold, and hunger, and struggling to provide the most basic necessities for children whose only fault is being born in such a cruel time.

Mother Ibtisam tries with all the patience and strength she can muster to protect her children and grandchildren, but the circumstances are unbearable. The family desperately needs food, clothing, blankets, shelter, and medical support to continue living with dignity.

Through this platform, we reach out to you, hoping for your support and assistance. Your donation, however small, can make a real difference in this family's life, giving them warmth and hope at a time when they need it most.

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About Amal and Her Family (2 babies and her husband):

Amal Muhammad is a 22-year-old Palestinian woman and mother who has managed to survive in Gaza for over a year with her family of six: her husband, her young newborn baby Leo, and toddler Mariana, who was born in December 2023. They initially lived in the North, were displaced to Rafah, and had to move again with the invasion of Rafah last May, incurring high costs to pay for transportation and resettling in a new camp at Deir al Balah. After another couple of displacements, they are now trying to survive in the South.

What is the Money Needed For?

Amal is a mother of 2 children, one of them, baby Leo, born in July 2025. The funds are essential for her and her family's basic survival needs. They will be purchasing clean drinking water, water for washing, food 1 toddler (Mariana) and one baby: diapers, and baby formula. Prices are extremely high due to a strong blockade of humanitarian aid; to give an idea:

1 bottle of milk: $30

Baby formula: $50+

1 kg of flour: starting from $50

Canned food (chickpeas, lentils): $7-9 each

Shampoo: $40 | Soap: $7

Detergent: $40 | Baby shampoo: $30

Diapers (40 units): $100

Newborn clothes: starting from $30

Baby bed: ranges from $100 to $200

How Does the Money Reach Them?

Amal's mother has an account with the Bank of Palestine, allowing Amal and her family to thankfully access the funds essential for their survival. Each time they receive a transfer, Amal can access the money through merchants, who, unfortunately, charge a 30-40% commission, especially now with the situation that keeps getting worse also in terms of access of basic products.

Without donations, they have no income. They have had no income for over 2 years since the aggression began, so this fundraiser is their lifeline.

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About Erica (Managing the Fundraiser)

My name is Erica Acosta, a young mother living in Milan. I met Amal last April when she reached out for help to support her family. I verified her story with documentation, video calls, and regular conversations—we’ve been in close contact almost daily.

Please help us keep their lifeline going. Your support will allow them to survive and hold onto hope for a brighter future.

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