Why mutual aid?
Although large-scale aid provided by international NGOs has its place in preserving life in Gaza, we want to encourage each other to practice giving from a place of solidarity, rather than charity. Mutual aid networks empower Palestinians to use the money donated how they see fit, towards achieving their own goals and aspirations. With the israeli occupation still severely limiting the amount of aid that enters Gaza in spite of the recently agreed ‘ceasefire’, direct financial support remains the only lifeline for many families.We also encourage colleagues to donate to non-profits run specifically by/for Palestinians.
Mutual aid initiatives
A student-led initiative which aims to cover tuition fees for Palestinian students attending online courses at Gaza universities. Students For Palestine Fundraiser
Palestinian-led initiative supporting Gazan families in Gaza and Egypt with direct mutual aid. Grassroots Gaza
Gaza’s Roots, a team of Palestinians in and out of Gaza, with teams on the ground have been feeding displaced families in most displacement centers and camps across several areas of Gaza, from North through South. They have been running the Gaza Food Program responsible for providing meals and groceries to thousands of people in the Strip. Gaza's Roots
Pharmacist distributing essential medications, dressings, baby formula and sanitary items. Free prescriptions for those in need. Al-Farra’s Pop-up Pharmacy
Water truck aid project led by a team of Palestinian journalists on the ground in Gaza with Indigenous journalists in Turtle Island. Water is Life Gaza
An ad hoc group with loved ones in Gaza providing aid to those in need, and direct mutual aid to distressed families since November 2023. Gaza Mutual Aid Solidarity
A campaign by Youssef Abu Zurreiq to support the distribution of water to the people in remote camps in the Gaza strip. Flowing Hope: Water for Families in Gaza
A volunteer-run project that amplifies crowdfunding campaigns for individuals and families in Gaza. They run regular Discord calls where Palestinians can speak directly to potential donors - these are facilitated in Arabic, English and French. Radio Watermelon
A volunteer-run project that connects people to survival campaigns for individuals and families in Gaza. Gaza Funds
A collaborative initiative to provide a lifeline to people in Gaza, their website spotlights struggling fundraisers through a custom algorithm. Lifeline4Gaza
A disabled people-run collective raising funds to purchase e-sims for Palestinians in Gaza. Crips for eSims for Gaza
The “Revive Gaza’s Farmland” project aims to rehabilitate Gaza’s agricultural sector and restore local food systems to combat famine, counter the blockade and build food sovereignty. Revive Gaza Farmland
The Sameer Project is a donations based aid initiative for Gaza, led by Palestinians in the diaspora. Inside Gaza, they collaborate with local networks to run the Refaat Al Areer, Batoul and Sawarha camps, which house families at increased risk from the genocide. The team also helps families with the costs of repeated displacement, now fundraising for those wishing to return to the North of Gaza following the fragile ceasefire. The Sameer Project
Non-Profits run by/for Palestinians
The Gaza Municipality provides vital services such as water supply, waste management and sewage treatment, for over 500,000 individuals across the Gaza strip. The Gaza Municipality
Thamra is a Palestinian organisation committed to fostering food sovereignty and self-sufficiency in Gaza. By revitalizing agricultural traditions and empowering communities, they aim to restore Palestinian land and ensure access to nutritious food for all. Thamra
A UK-registered nonprofit founded during the war by medical student Ezz Lulu in honor of his father Samir. The foundation directly supports Gaza’s medical students with education, tuition, and resources because it is led by students and doctors living the crisis themselves. Samir Foundation
A project initiated by Glasgow University rector and surgeon Dr Ghassan Abu Sittah, providing medical attention to children in Gaza and Lebanon. It currently facilitates the transportation of critically ill children from Gaza to Lebanon, where they can receive expert treatment. The Ghassan Abu Sittah Children’s Fund
A solidarity fund established by Healthworkers4Palestine. The aim is to support the families of healthcare workers who have been martyred, and who were either the main bread winners or key financial contributors for the family unit. The Healthworkers4Palestine Solidarity Fund
Established by Palestinian-Canadian psychotherapist Hammam Farah in memory of his aunt, Elham. It is a not-for-profit which distributes the money raised directly to Palestinian families in Gaza in the form of cash, utilising Elham’s extensive networks. Elham Fund
A non-profit launched by Palestinian business leaders and intellectuals in 1983. In partnership with the Bank of Palestine Group, they recently launched Noor’s Program, aiming to support 20,000 children orphaned by the genocide. Taawon
Established by Dr Swee Ang following the deadly Sabra and Shatila massacres in 1982, MAP provides vital medical aid in emergencies, including the past two years of genocide. MAP’s local team are themselves Palestinians from Gaza, and they run projects in partnership with Palestinian organisations, doctors, nurses and other health professionals, which ensure that these are both wanted and needed by the communities they serve. Medical Aid for Palestinians
A non-profit organisation that connects vulnerable people in conflict zones. Has provided e-sims in Gaza since October 2023. Connecting Humanity