Why I am Raising Money for Family in Gaza.

Dear Kind-hearted Souls, My name is Ibrahim Garra. I am a Palestinian American living in the United States, originally from Gaza, a place where the echoes of war have become a relentless part of daily lives. Today, I am not just seeking help, I am pleading for a chance at survival for my family, my fellow brothers and sisters, and anybody with any ounce of empathy and compassion.

I have 25 close family members, as well as their spouses and kids, who are in a continuous fight and struggle just for basic needs. As the entire world knows, this has increased drastically since October 7th. They were forced by the Israeli Army from their homes just to stay alive. When they returned, all that was left was rubble from the homes they once grew up and raised families in. Just to emphasize, when I say rubble, I mean completely destroyed.

They have no access to clean water, food, or shelter. No human should have to endure this battle. Their will to survive is unmatched, but there is only so much they can do and only so much I can do. I have extended myself as far as I can. They have pleaded for more support due to the horrors they experience daily. This is a last resort for the family, just to survive as they are unable to work or earn any income in any fashion.

Summer is starting, the weather is hot and dry. The struggle for food and water becomes increasingly difficult as are the living conditions. Right now, they only have access to plastic tents, which create a greenhouse-like atmosphere inside, which further worsens the struggle for clean water and steady food supply.

I am pleading for any donation, any amount, to help raise funds to purchase better tents to survive from the sun and other elements. Each tent costs approximately $1,000-$1,200. The money will also go to relocating to a safer place and to help provide their basic needs.

The money will be sent via wire transfer.

I greatly appreciate you taking the time to consider my ask for help. I know anybody reading this would do whatever they can for their family. That’s what I am doing and I hope you can find it in your hearts to help.

Thank you very much. I truly appreciate your donation.