Diego Squires

Right now, children in the Al-Mawasi camp - where almost a million displaced refuges in Gaza currently live - do not have access to a formal education. Without classrooms and supplies, they are missing out on something that is every child's right. Duaa Qudaih is a graduate of basic education and wants to work as a teacher for these children. They need a consistent space to learn and the basic tools required for a classroom. Duaa is ready to provide the instruction, but the resources must be secured to make it a reality. This campaign is intended to establish a functional educational space in the camp. The funds raised will be used to buy a large educational tent to serve as a classroom. This tent will protect the students from the elements and from outside distractions while they study. We also need to provide school bags, notebooks, and pens so they can practice their writing and complete daily lessons. Our goal is to give these children a structured environment where they can continue to learn despite the hardships imposed by the occupation and its benefactors. Every donation helps buy these specific classroom materials and supplies. We hope you can contribute and/or share this campaign with others. Thank you for supporting Duaa and her efforts to provide an education to the children of Al-Mawasi. Campaign Managers Note: I am a full-time accounting student in Seattle, Washington. I know Duaa through her husband Mustafa, a friend from Gaza whom I have known for over two years after meeting him through a network of activists and humanitarian volunteers. I will be keeping a full record of all donations and financial transactions to ensure complete transparency. Once GoFundMe transfers the funds to my bank account in the United States, I will send the money to Gaza using PayPal, local transfers, and ultimately through merchants operating money exchange shops in Gaza.

Ever since the occupation destroyed their home, Mohammed Alfajem and his family have been forced to live in a makeshift plastic and canvas dwelling that provides minimal protection from the elements. The summer heat is approaching and creating a new problem: Gaza's makeshift shelters create a dangerously hot environment in the sun. Therefore, Mohammed's need for assistance to protect his family from environmental conditions is more pronounced than ever. Rising temperatures, a blockade designed to cause famine, continued high-tech massacres and a lack of basic sanitation have resulted in an unbearable living situation. This campaign is an ongoing effort to provide Mohammed's family with some amount of financial resources to offset the horrific and inescapable conditions that have been imposed by the occupation. Our support provides a lifeline and some measure of stability during this ordeal. Please donate and/or share to help this family obtain whatever safety and relief that they can. Campaign Organizer's Note: I am a full time student in Seattle, Washington. I know Mohammed through through mutual aid fundraising networks in my own country and through a shared friend in Gaza. I keep a record of all financial transactions that go through my account. Donation funds are sent via a third party through Paypal and reach Mohammed by way of a local money exchange offices.

My name is Yousef Al-Ustaz, I am 28 years old… a father of two children, a boy and a girl. I once lived a simple life, trying my best to provide for my family, but everything suddenly changed… Today, I no longer have a home. I lost my house and now live in a tent, facing the harshness of life every single day, unable to protect my children or provide even their most basic needs. My son, Adam Al-Ustaz… an innocent child who has known nothing but pain. He was attacked by a rodent that severely injured his face, leaving wounds that are beyond words… I watch him suffer every day, and my heart breaks because I am unable to help him or afford the treatment he desperately needs. I am not asking for the impossible… I am only asking kind-hearted people to look at our situation and extend a helping hand to a child whose only fault is being born into such harsh circumstances… Every donation, no matter how small, could be the reason my son survives and finds relief from his pain. Please, do not let these words be in vain. --------------------------------- Campaign Manager's Note: I am a full time student in Seattle, Washington and met Yousef through a mutual friend and through mutual aid fundraising networks in my own country. I keep a record of all financial transactions that go through my account. Donation funds are sent via a third party through Paypal and reach Yousef by way of a local money exchangers.

Hello everyone, my name is Asma and I am a Palestinian living in Gaza. I am a computer engineering student, and pursuing this field has been my dream since I was a child. Engineering is more than just a degree to me—it's a passion for building software solutions and understanding how technology shapes our world. My journey has been especially challenging. I have lost my father, brother, and sister, and despite these unimaginable hardships, I have continued to pursue my education and work towards a brighter future. Recently, I've faced another obstacle: my coursework in subjects like Microprocessors, Operating Systems, and Machine Learning requires a powerful laptop to run demanding simulations and programming assignments. Unfortunately, my current laptop can no longer keep up, and I am also struggling to cover the remaining tuition fees for this semester. This situation threatens my ability to continue my studies and puts me at risk of falling behind my classmates. I am reaching out for your support because I truly believe that education is the key to changing my reality. I want to be part of the next generation of female engineers who contribute to the advancement of technology. Your donation will help me purchase a laptop with the necessary specifications and cover part of my tuition fees, ensuring I can attend classes and excel in my studies. Any amount, no matter how small, will make a meaningful difference. If you are unable to donate, please consider sharing my story with your friends and family. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for being a part of my journey and future success.

Hello, my name is Diego and I am a student living in Seattle, WA who is raising funds for Ola, a 6-month-old infant living in Gaza with her parents, Mehdi and Rawan, and her two older sisters. Ola is currently suffering from malnourishment, and her family is struggling to provide the essentials she needs to recover and grow. Mehdi, Ola’s father, is not only caring for his own three children but also for his sister’s two daughters, after their father was martyred about a year ago. This extended family is doing everything they can to survive and support each other in the midst of an ongoing crisis. The funds raised through this campaign will go directly toward medical care for Ola, as well as food, baby supplies, diapers, clothes, and other essentials for all the children in the household. The cost of living in Gaza is extremely high, making it nearly impossible for families like Mehdi’s to access the care and supplies they desperately need. Even the smallest donations help. This is a time sensitive and ongoing effort. By helping those who are in the greatest need, in one of the most dispossessed places on earth, our own reward is beyond measure. Please share this with others, even if you cannot donate. If you would like to keep up with Mehdi on Instagram, his handle is @ola_mahdi_.2002 Thank you for your kindness and consideration. PS: All donations will go towards the humanitarian needs of Mehdi and his family and are in no way, shape or form connected to any aspect of the armed conflict that has wracked the Gaza Strip and the wider region. The funds will be sent to Mehdi through my own bank account, via Paypal and local money exchange services.

Hello, I am Mustafa Qadih, from the Gaza strip. My family and I have suffered greatly because of the harsh conditions imposed by the genocide against my people. We have lost our home in this and now live among rubble, with meager pieces of cloth covering our bodies, a lack of food, medicine, and even the most basic survival needs. Despite the loss of supporting infrastructure and the breakdown of society, the needs of my family continue. My extended family includes dozens of children. Without any income, there is little hope to significantly improve our situation. We need winter supplies, especially blankets, clothing, tarp, and a gas cylinder (for heating and cooking) which costs up to $300 per item, along with daily food and other necessities. I hope you can help us - even if its just $1, or sharing my campaign. The children are at the most risk and experience the most suffering. Thank you for reading this and for thinking of us. May your days be filled with happiness and health.

Hello, my name is Fanta Sillah and I am from the coast of the Gambia. The Gambia, located in west Africa, is a small country that straddles the river of the same name. Poverty and hunger have long been issues here. I am 18 years old, soon to be 19. My brothers and my sister have been orphans ever since we lost our parents when I was young, and I have had to assume the role of caretaker for them.  Life has been crazy and difficult...and every day is a struggle. I am doing my best to find whatever safe employment is available in my area. In the meantime, I am sorry that I have to ask for donations in order to feed my siblings and myself. We are hungry and do not have any income or any safety net. Until I find work and the means to support myself, you are our lifeline.  Thank you for reading. If you cannot donate, please share this campaign to others. Bless you. --Fanta