Help Manal and her orphaned children survive hunger, pain, and the deadly cold

Hello, my name is Lujain, and I am sharing with you the story of a resilient Palestinian mother named Manal. She is not just a mother—she is a warrior, quietly fighting for the survival of her children. After losing her husband, being displaced repeatedly, and having her home completely destroyed, Manal now lives in a torn tent with her children in the Al-Mawasi area of Gaze

home before

The house after the destruction

Manal is not asking for the impossible—only a chance for her children to live a life of dignity, free from fear, hunger, and despair.

The Loss of Her Husband: The Beginning of a Never-Ending Darkness

Manal’s husband was the backbone of their family, working hard to provide a decent life. But COVID-19 struck cruelly, taking his life in a moment, and leaving Manal to face everything alone. His passing was not just a loss—it shattered their foundation of security. Suddenly, she became both a mother and a father, struggling to provide water, medicine, and warmth.

Displaced 6 Times… and a Home Completely Destroyed

War in Gaze left them with nothing. In just a short period, Manal and her children were forced to flee their home six times, leaving behind everything they owned. Eventually, their home was completely demolished

Now, they live in a thin, fragile tent that offers no protection from rain or winter cold. Each night, Manal looks up at the sky—more afraid of rain than of missiles, because a single downpour can flood their tent and wash away the last remnants of dignity.

Hunger Is a Deadly Reality

Food prices in Gaze have more than doubled, and Manal can barely feed her children. Often, they go to bed hungry, or share a single meal that cannot fill their stomachs.

Manal says: “Sometimes, I skip my own meal so I can give my little boy just one more piece of bread.”

Kareem’s Injury… and Medicine Is Out of Reach

Her eldest son Kareem was injured near an aid distribution center during gunfire. He underwent surgery on his leg, but now struggles to walk. He urgently needs physical therapy and regular medical care—but the family cannot afford any of it.

Manal says: “Every painful step he takes breaks me—once because he is hurting, and once because I can’t help him.”

Pictures of my son Karim before

Pictures of my son Karim Lan

Education: A Flicker of Hope in the Dark

Manal’s children—Mai (20), Ezz (14), and Sarah (12)—still dream of returning to school. But how? They have no books, no pens, no classrooms, and no security. The dream of education still lives in their hearts—but it fades every day under the sound of drones and the constant fear of displacement.

The Only Solution: Leaving Gaze

Manal dreams of escaping with her children to a safe place where they can access treatment, education, and a chance at life. But the cost of leaving Gaze is extremely high—about per person. It’s a large number, but it’s nothing compared to the value of a single human life

My daughter Sarah at the Egyptian border before being displaced from Rafah

Manal Is Fighting Alone… But She Can’t Continue Without Help

The family urgently needs:

Real shelter instead of a torn tent

Medical treatment for Kareem and healthcare for Manal

Nutritious food and clean water

Get clean, unworn clothes

Support for safe travel out of Gaze

Access to education for the children

With your donation, we can:

Save Kareem’s leg and help him walk again

Provide three meals a day for Manal’s children Protect the family

Cover the high costs of traveling to safety

Give the children back their right to education

Your Donation Is More Than Just a Number—It’s a Lifeline

€40 = A meal for the entire family

€50 = Medication or one essential therapy session

€800 = A new tent or contribution to temporary housing

Be the Light That Catches Them Before They Fall

Manal’s story is one of deep suffering—but it’s not over yet. Together, we can write a new chapter, one filled with dignity, warmth, and hope.

Share their story. Donate. Be the hand that lifts them in the darkest of times.

From the bottom of our hearts—thank you for every donation, every share, and every act of compassion.

Together, we can bring life back to this family.