Gaza Soup Kitchen fundraiser

We are a group of families who, for 6 months, have been campaigning for a ceasefire and fundraising for aid for Gaza.

We've launched Walk for Aid to give families, children, groups and individuals the opportunity to do something in their own time that raises money for those that desperately need it in Gaza. It is easy to feel helpless in the face of such devastating news, but we can all take small steps that can make a big difference.

Through sponsored walks, runs, and events, we hope to reach a target of 1 million steps. Every step representing a child at risk of starvation in Gaza, every step fundraising for an amazing mutual aid group on the ground...

We will be donating 100% of the money raised to an incredible and inspiring group, Gaza Soup Kitchen @gazasoupkitchen. You can read their story here:

"My name is Hani Almadhoun, and my family and friends live in the North of Gaza, Palestine. Most aid is being blocked at the border, and there isn’t nearly enough to fight back the famine or save my loved ones. So we decided to do something about it.

My brother, Mahmoud Almadhoun, and his friends volunteered to start a soup kitchen in Bait Lahia, to provide hot meals to friends and neighbors. They bought four large pots, purchased wood for the fire, and risked their lives to dig up potatoes. They also purchased tomato paste and cooking oil, and three hours later, 120 families had food for the day. The next day 150 starved families ate from the kitchen.

Word spread rapidly, and the next day, even more neighbors arrived. Mahmoud sprang into action, venturing out to procure ingredients for a fresh meal. He returned with leafy greens, onions, and mushrooms, crafting a new dish that was as delightful as it was nourishing. The kitchen's capacity has now expanded to accommodate meals for up to 3000 people daily, and the numbers continue to grow. For many, this was their first substantial meal in days, and the departure from canned food was a welcomed change that filled hearts with gratitude.

You may wonder why these individuals can accomplish something that few have managed to do in the heart of starvation in Gaza. That would be a fair question.

First, Bait Lahia has some farms where veggies and wild greens are now in season. We made sure they had the money to purchase these hard-to-find items.

Additionally, they are located in the heart of the market, so they can easily spot any of these veggies and cooking essentials arriving at the market.

They have also visited farms close to the Green Line to find veggies and have been lucky a few times. Once, they purchased overgrown zucchinis that should have been picked weeks ago. Mom and my sisters lovingly wake up early to peel and prep the food for the day's meals.

Your assistance can help us bring sustenance to an area with minimal aid, where children face the harsh reality of starvation. This personal initiative, coordinated with our family in North Gaza, ensures transparency. Your contribution, starting at five dollars, can provide a hot meal to desperate families enduring challenging conditions, intentionally isolated from the rest of the world."

We will be transferring the funds to Hani Almadhoun on a regular basis. Thank you for your support and good luck!

If you have any questions please contact us!